Slack has announced a major expansion of its platform to enable developers and enterprises to build secure, context-aware AI applications directly on its collaboration network, positioning itself at the center of the “agentic era” of work. The new tools — a real-time search (RTS) API and a Model Context Protocol […]
Year: 2025
Airtel Kenya has unveiled a first-of-its-kind experiential customer care hub at Sarit Centre in Nairobi, designed to transform customers’ retail experience by allowing them to explore the future of digital connectivity firsthand. The Sarit Centre hub aims at bringing digital services closer to customers and enabling them to engage with the latest innovations in connectivity. […]
One hundred and twelve (112) women, aged 18-35, have been shortlisted to take part in the 30-hour hackathon themed “Future-Proofing Africa: Innovation at the Intersection of FinTech, Cybersecurity, and AI” that will challenge the participants to design digital solutions that foster a resilient, inclusive and secure digital future for Africa. The pan-African hackathon will be happening simultaneously across seven […]
enya Revenue Authority (KRA) is in the process of introducing Stationless Personal Identification Number (PIN) Service Delivery in a bid to enhance access to taxpayer services across the country, regardless of where one registers or operates as a taxpayer. Stationless PIN Service Delivery will decouple taxpayer services from physical stations, […]
In Kenya, breast cancer remains the most common malignancy among women. According to the National Cancer Registry (NaCaRe-KE), breast cancer accounts for more than 15 per cent of all cancers, with nearly 6,800 new cases recorded in 2020 alone. Yet over two-thirds of these are detected in advanced stages, when […]
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 […]
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 […]
