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Safaricom is investing $500 million to transform itself from a telecom provider into a tech leader by 2030. The company is focusing on AI, fintech, and infrastructure upgrades to support Kenya’s businesses, farmers, and entrepreneurs. M-PESA Fintech 2.0: Africa’s Next-Gen Mobile Money Revolution Safaricom is taking M-Pesa to the next level by embedding AI into […]
Kenya’s cheque issuance value has plateaued in recent years, currently standing at approximately 200 million shillings monthly. This contrasts with the significant volume of M-Pesa transactions, which are rapidly eclipsing cheque usage. Payment Trends in Kenya M-Pesa transactions, excluding those processed through the RTGS and Pesalink platforms, average 2,600 transactions per second. These transactions represent […]
A humorous anecdote about a man and a bus conductor in Dar es Salaam serves as an analogy for a broader economic issue facing Kenya. The story highlights how value can disappear unexpectedly if underlying problems are ignored. Economic Leakage in Kenya Kenya’s economic challenges are not solely due to a lack of resources, but […]
Western Kenya is expected to be a significant area of focus as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. The region’s large number of registered voters gives it considerable influence in a presidential election. Voter Numbers and Regional Composition Western Kenya encompasses Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Vihiga, and Trans Nzoia counties, totaling over 2.6 million registered […]
Kenya’s business environment faces a complex situation, characterized by both excessive and insufficient regulation, according to Pheres Kariuki, CEO of Pure Infrastructure Ltd. The challenges faced by businesses are likened to the situation in Colombia, where an uncontrolled population of hippos is negatively impacting the ecosystem. The Analogy of Escobar’s Cocaine Hippos In 1978, Pablo […]
Kenya faces a widening trade imbalance, presenting a challenge to policymakers aiming to stabilize the external account through export growth. The latest data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) indicates this ongoing issue. Trade Deficit Expansion Kenya’s trade deficit expanded to Sh435.6 billion in the three months ending September 2025. This represents a […]
Kenya’s runners are preparing to compete in the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida, this Saturday. The event will see Kenya, the defending overall champions, aiming to reclaim the individual gold medal. The Kenyan team will face a strong challenge from Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo, the defending champion seeking a third consecutive title. Key Competitors […]
Kenya’s tech sector is undergoing a significant shift away from the traditional concentration in Nairobi, often referred to as the “Silicon Savannah.” This redistribution is fueled by infrastructure improvements, expanding universities, and sector-specific needs, leading to the emergence of distinct innovation centers in other regions. The evolution of Kenya’s tech economy could determine whether it […]
Kenya’s economy grew by 4.9 percent in the third quarter of 2025, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). This represents an improvement over the 4.2 percent growth recorded during the same period in 2024. The KNBS attributes the increased growth to improved output in key sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, and transport, demonstrating […]
Globally, 2025 was a significant year for the film and TV industry, marked by major deals like the Paramount-Skydance merger and the Warner Bros-Netflix-Paramount negotiations, Ryan Coogler’s unique deal for Sinners, rapid advancements in AI, unexpected box office results, and a steady stream of remakes and sequels. For Africa, the industry continued to make a […]