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President William Ruto addressed the recent missile strikes in the Gulf region in a statement released on March 2. The statement condemned the attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. Regional Response to Missile Strikes Ruto’s statement focused on the countries impacted by the missile strikes. It […]
M-Pesa, launched in 2007, has evolved from a simple mobile money transfer tool into a core component of Kenya’s digital economy. The platform, operated by Safaricom, currently serves 40 million monthly active users, integrating payments, savings, credit, and investment tools into daily financial life. Early Years and Expansion of Services M-Pesa initially focused on enabling […]
President William Ruto has announced the government’s intention to issue a charter to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. This development signals a shift in focus for the Konza Technopolis project, moving beyond infrastructure development toward attracting institutions of intellectual significance. A University Designed for Research Rather Than Scale The Kenya Advanced Institute […]
Spotify data indicates a rising prominence of Kenyan artists among young listeners, alongside continued popularity of international musicians. Since entering the Kenyan market in 2021, Spotify has become a leading platform for digital music consumption, particularly among Gen Z audiences. Popular International Artists Kenyan users have consistently streamed global superstars over the past five years. […]
Kiambu County Governor Kimani Wamatangi received a unanimous vote of confidence from the Senate’s Public Accounts Committee, according to recent reports. The committee acknowledged a significant increase in the county’s own-source revenue, doubling from Sh2.79 billion to Sh5.45 billion. Own-Source Revenue and County Governance Counties rely on own-source revenue (OSR) to supplement funding allocated by […]
Kenya’s efforts to develop a sustainable and resource-efficient economy are encountering challenges due to a reduction in funding from global development partners. This shift impacts grants and concessional financing previously used to support climate and waste management initiatives. Venkat Kotamaraju, Partner & Director (Circular Economy and Climate Solutions) at Intellecap Advisory Services, has cautioned that […]
Huduma Kenya recently addressed inquiries regarding filming within government offices. The clarification followed a social media question about recording educational video clips in a Huduma Centre using a mobile phone. Filming Regulations in Government Offices Huduma Kenya stated that filming inside government offices and installations is a regulated activity requiring specific permits and clearances. Authorization […]
Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology, Ambassador Philip Thigo, recently emphasized the need for actionable, measurable impact in the development of Artificial Intelligence. His advocacy at the India AI Action Summit in New Delhi underscores Kenya’s commitment to shaping the future of AI, particularly for the Global South. As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms global economies, Ambassador […]
Kenya’s startup ecosystem saw a significant increase in venture capital funding in 2025, but the distribution of that funding was highly concentrated. While the overall numbers appear strong, a closer look reveals a more complex picture. Funding Concentration in Clean Energy Kenya-based startups raised Sh141 billion last year, with Sh98.5 billion flowing to just four […]
Siaya Governor James Orengo appeared before the Senate Committee on Public Accounts and Investments (CPIC) on June 9, 2025. The appearance was regarding reports from the Auditor General concerning financial statements. Audit Report Review The Senate CPIC Committee was reviewing the reports of the Auditor General pertaining to the financial statements of Siaya County. Governor […]