Mogo, ZTE and RSC Partner to Expand Affordable Smartphone Access in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 – Mogo, East Africa’s leading motorcycle and smartphone financier, has partnered with technology company ZTE Corporation and RSC, ZTE’s phone distributor in Kenya, to expand access to quality, affordable handsets in Kenya, targeting consumers and small businesses seeking to participate in the country’s growing digital economy. Customers can now acquire ZTE…

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AU Deputy Chairperson Calls for Trust as ‘Essential Infrastructure’ at Nairobi Summit

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 22 – Emerging global crises and fragile international relations demand a fundamental shift in how nations cooperate, the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Selma Malika Haddadi, told leaders gathered in Nairobi today.​ Opening The Trust Summit on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Ms. Haddadi called on governments, institutions, businesses and…

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The Trust Summit: Kenyan Leaders and Global Experts Demand Action at Nairobi Trust Summit​

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 21 – As Kenya hosts the inaugural Global Trust Summit in Nairobi, national leaders, public officials, and civil society representatives are issuing a unified call for immediate institutional accountability, meaningful public participation, and measurable results.​ Running from October 21 to 23, 2026, under the theme “Weaving Trust: Binding Strands for a Stronger…

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Are Kenyan Parents Preparing Children for Exams or Teaching Them to Fear Failure?​

As the national examination season approaches across Kenya, parents face a critical question: Are we helping our children prepare for academic success, or are we unknowingly teaching them to fear falling short? ​In many Kenyan households, the arrival of exam season requires no calendar check. The television goes off earlier, revision textbooks conquer the dining…

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African Podcasts Beat Global Engagement Benchmarks but Suffer $1.4M ‘Geography Discount’, SemaBOX Report Reveals

​NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – African podcast content outperforms global competitors in audience engagement and commitment, yet remains severely undervalued due to a widening monetization gap, according to a landmark report released today.​ Published in Nairobi in partnership with Baraza Media Lab, the Creative Africa Intelligence Report 2026: Podcasting 2025/26, titled “Value created. Value returned.”,…

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Africa Public Interest AI Council Formed to Ensure African Voices Shape AI Norms and Governance

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 – Africa is home to roughly 18 percent of the world’s population, yet data from the Africa Data Centres Association and the World Economic Forum indicate it holds an estimated 0.6 percent of global data centre capacity compared to nearly 45 percent in the United States, A 2026 industry study reveals…

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DP Kindiki Opens 4th Correctional Service Week, Urges Adoption of AI and Clean Energy in Prisons

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 13 – The 4th Correctional Service Week 2026, hosted by the State Department for Correctional Services, has officially kicked off in Nairobi convening justice sector leaders, policymakers, and international partners to map out a tech-driven and eco-friendly future for the nation’s penal system.​ The three-day national conference, running from October 13 to…

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Lukenya Schools Commissions 40 kW Solar Project to Cut Energy Costs and End Power Outages​

PHOTO: From L-R Lukenya Academy Primary and Junior School Principal Alfred Ngayai and two grade 8 learners Nicole Nyawira and Henry Musyoki join former school’s parent Patrick Musau (3rd left), Lukenya Schools Founder Mrs Kasanga Mulwa (2nd right) and Safer Power Group CEO Eng. Dalmus Mbai (right) in cutting a tape to commission a 40.92…

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Cyber Resilience Critical to Safeguarding Africa’s $1.5 Trillion Digital Future

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Oct 12 – As Africa’s digital economy expands at unprecedented speed, unlocking new opportunities for businesses, citizens, and governments, securing this rapid growth has become an urgent priority. According to Africa’s Digital Defense Race, a new whitepaper commissioned by Mastercard, building robust cyber resilience will be essential to safeguarding the continent’s economic…

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Sun King Unveils Expanded PowerHub Solar Inverter Lineup for Large Homes and Businesses in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 8 – Global off-grid solar leader Sun King has formally introduced the latest expansion of its PowerHub solar inverter series, Unveiled during an industry event at the Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club in Nairobi, the launch brought together partners, clients, and government stakeholders to address Kenya’s rising demand for decentralized, high-capacity…

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