Topic: Safaricom
Safaricom unveils Sh66 billion AI drive to transform East Africa's digital landscape
May 28, 2025 at 03:06 PM
Safaricom has unveiled a Sh66 billion initiative aimed at building artificial intelligence infrastructure across East Africa over the next three years, marking one of the region’...
Safaricom reaffirms support for Africa’s digital future at Connected Summit
May 27, 2025 at 03:53 PM
Safaricom has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Africa’s digital transformation, citing investment in connectivity, innovation, and inclusive technology as central to its...
Local telecom giants challenged on automatic data charges and expiry rules
May 26, 2025 at 02:15 PM
A bold legal petition has placed Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom under scrutiny, challenging long-standing mobile data practices that could soon face sweeping reform....
Why Kenya Government is planning to sell part of 35 per cent stake in Safaricom
May 26, 2025 at 11:33 AM
The National Treasury has confirmed plans to partially offload the government’s 35 per cent stake in Safaricom in an effort to generate Sh149 billion by the end of the 2025/26 fi...
Zuku ordered to pay Sh7.2 million for illegal airing of Kenyan film ‘Pwagu’
May 23, 2025 at 05:02 PM
Zuku, the pay-TV service operated by Wananchi Group Limited, has been ordered to pay Sh7.2 million in damages after it was found guilty of broadcasting the Kenyan film Pwagu withou...
Safaricom rolls out new credit lifeline for MSMEs with quick loans up to Sh400,000
May 21, 2025 at 02:54 PM
Safaricom has rolled out a trio of enhanced digital credit solutions, Fuliza Biashara, Taasi Pochi, and Taasi Till, targeting small and micro-enterprises (MSMEs) seeking quick, fle...
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Safaricom rolls out ambitious campaign to upscale smartphone access in Kenya
May 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Safaricom has launched a new nationwide initiative, ‘Maisha Poa Ni Digital’, as part of its ongoing efforts to accelerate digital inclusion across Kenya....
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Seven organizations challenge internet shutdowns in Kenya in landmark case
May 15, 2025 at 02:06 PM
The High Court in Nairobi has issued orders barring the government from interfering with internet access until a case filed by seven organisations locally is heard and determined....
Safaricom and iXAfrica launch Kenya’s inaugural AI-ready data centre in Nairobi
May 13, 2025 at 03:44 PM
Safaricom has partnered with iXAfrica Data Centre to introduce the first artificial intelligence (AI)-ready data centre services in East Africa, targeting enterprise and cloud clie...
Court stops Skiza and Hello tune payouts to CMOs over revenue-sharing dispute
May 13, 2025 at 09:31 AM
The High Court has stopped Safaricom and Airtel from remitting Skiza and Hello tune revenues to collective management organisations (CMOs) pending the outcome of a case filed by tw...
Safaricom eyes partnerships on satellite internet amid pressure from Starlink
May 12, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Safaricom is laying the groundwork for potential partnerships with satellite internet firms in a bid to extend broadband access to hard-to-reach communities and safeguard its domin...
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Safaricom becomes first listed firm in EA to cross USD3 billion annual revenue mark
May 09, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Safaricom has reported an 11.2 per cent rise in total revenue to Sh388.7 billion for the financial year ending March 31, 2025, making it the first listed company in the region to c...
Safaricom invests Sh40 billion in M-Pesa 2.0 upgrade to enhance mobile banking
Apr 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Safaricom PLC has committed a significant Sh40 billion ($300 million) to transform M-Pesa into an even more powerful and secure platform....
Emerald Platform: Safaricom’s newly launched premium customer service
Mar 31, 2025 at 02:12 PM
Safaricom has unveiled a premium customer engagement platform which has been designed to offer personalized services, exclusive rewards, and elevated care to customers....
Safaricom-backed startups showcase innovations in investor demo day
Mar 21, 2025 at 07:05 PM
On Friday, nine startups participating in the Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program took centre stage during an investor demo day, marking a significant milestone in their journey to...
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Safaricom unveils annual summit to 'decode' digital tech future in East Africa
Mar 18, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Safaricom has launched the third edition of its annual Engineering Summit, a platform designed to bring together engineers, scientists, and tech enthusiasts to discuss the future o...
City mobile dealer battles Stanbic Bank Kenya over Sh7 million a ‘mystery loan’
Mar 10, 2025 at 10:50 AM
A mobile services dealer based in Nairobi has dragged Stanbic Bank Kenya to court, accusing the lender of facilitating a fraudulent Sh7 million loan that has now crippled its busin...
M-Pesa celebrates 18 years of mobile money, revolutionising fintech in Africa
Mar 07, 2025 at 03:14 PM
M-Pesa, the mobile financial service operated by Safaricom, has marked 18 years since its launch in March 2007, solidifying its position as Africa’s leading fintech platform....
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How NCBA's Sh12 million scholarship is unlocking the future for bright students
Feb 28, 2025 at 02:13 PM
On February 25, 2025, at the Railway Museum in Nairobi, a moment of transformation unfolded....
Digital platforms now face new scrutiny as Kenya tightens competition rules
Feb 27, 2025 at 08:58 PM
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) is taking aim at the growing influence of digital platforms in Kenya’s economy with a set of fresh regulations designed to curb monopolis...
