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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 […]
The African Union’s 39th Ordinary Session is scheduled to take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on February 14–15. The summit’s theme is “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063,” the African Union’s flagship development blueprint. The African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) asserts that […]
Human rights activists in Kenya have filed a petition with the High Court in Kerugoya seeking to prevent the deployment of artificial intelligence systems. The petition argues that the current, largely unregulated use of AI poses a threat to fundamental rights and constitutional freedoms. The case was initiated by John Wangal, Peter Agoro, and Antony […]
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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 […]
Kenya is planning further reforms within its national identity sector to improve access to services for citizens. These changes follow recent efforts to streamline the issuance of national identification documents and passports. The Cabinet Secretary for Interior, Kipchumba Murkomen, announced the upcoming reforms after a meeting with key stakeholders in the sector. Recent Reforms and […]
Kenya is implementing a visa-free entry policy for many nations, accompanied by the introduction of an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system. The eTA serves as a pre-screening mechanism for travelers before they board flights. Financial Projections for the eTA System The Kenyan government has allocated approximately Sh720 million annually to operate the eTA system. Treasury […]
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