By Rakesh Kashyap Kenya’s middle class is facing one of the toughest financial squeezes in recent memory. Rising taxes, spiraling living costs, and mandatory deductions are shrinking disposable income at alarming rates. By the time statutory deductions like NSSF, NHIF, and AHL are factored in—before even considering PAYE—salaried Kenyans are […]
Year: 2025
PUBG MOBILE has launched its latest Version 4.0 Update across Africa, introducing a mix of Halloween-themed adventures, improved gameplay, and locally inspired content. The update not only enhances the gaming experience but also creates new opportunities for young creators and university students across the continent. At the centre of the […]
The itel S26 Ultra has been recognized as the No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum, held in Nairobi. The award highlights the growing demand for affordable smartphones that deliver premium design and practical features without a heavy price tag. The itel S26 […]
The successful rollout of artificial intelligence (AI) in Kenya and across Africa will hinge on the credibility of data used to train systems, technology experts have cautioned. Speaking during the TechTrends AI Breakfast Forum held in Nairobi, industry leaders stressed that while AI offers transformative opportunities for businesses and governments, […]
Shri Krishana Overseas (SKL) Ltd, a leading provider of packaging solutions, has reported a profit of KES 2.03 million for the period ended June 30, 2025, compared to a profit of KES 6.85 million recorded over the same period last year. Revenue for the period totalled KES 158.6 million, representing […]
N Women Kenya, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the African Union Commission (AUC) invest in girls’ digital education and leadership to transform communities through African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI). The African African Girls Can Code initiative is equipping Kenyan girls and young women aged 14 – 25 with coding, ICT, digital innovation and entrepreneurship, equitable access to digital education, gender-inclusive digital transformation, safe and meaningful participation of young women in digital spaces and leadership skills. In Africa, […]
Eastrise Group, a strategy and insights firm connecting business and capital across Europe and Africa, today announced the launch of the Eastrise Advisory Board. The Board unites seasoned entrepreneurs and experts in artificial intelligence, sustainability, impact investment, development finance, communications, and policy reform to strengthen cross-regional business between Africa and […]
Nairobi played host to a Women in Tech and Innovation Media Breakfast that convened women leaders in technology, youth innovators and journalists to spotlight gender-sensitive reporting in STEM and innovation. The event, organised by UN Women, DigiKen, and the Youth JP programmes, provided a platform to discuss the role of […]
By Ursula Fear, Senior Talent Program Manager at Salesforce The pace of change in the workplace is faster than ever, reshaping the skills required to thrive. This shift demands a new approach to learning – one that moves beyond passive online course completion to agile, integrated experiences that empower individuals […]
By Rakesh Kashyap Kenya’s middle class is facing one of the toughest financial squeezes in recent memory. Rising taxes, spiraling living costs, and mandatory deductions are shrinking disposable income at alarming rates. By the time statutory deductions like NSSF, NHIF, and AHL are factored in—before even considering PAYE—salaried Kenyans are […]
