Technology
Kenya, Uganda lawmakers seek new approach to regulating AI
Kenya’s experience with M-Pesa was cited as another example of the difficulty of regulating new technologies using existing legal categories.
digital infrastructure
Technology
Kenya records 11.1 billion cyber threats in one year, Communications Authority of Kenya says
The Communications Authority of Kenya recorded 72,164,664 DDoS attacks, up 114.3 per cent from the 33,680,462 incidents reported in the 2024/2025 financial year.
Global Affairs
Kenya, Mauritius seek stronger economic links to unlock opportunities
The two countries already have established commercial links, although merchandise trade remains relatively modest compared with the broader investment relationship
Technology
Communication Authority proposes new licence for data centres in Kenya
The regulator has proposed a standalone licence for data centre operators, replacing the current arrangement where co-location data centres are regulated under the Network Facilities Provider-Tier 2 (NFP-T2) li...
Africa
Rwanda confirms June 2027 shutdown of 3G mobile network
Rwanda's Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT) said the transition will release radio spectrum and network capacity currently occupied by legacy technologies, allowing mobile operators to strengthen investmen...
News
Kindiki calls for investment in better data systems for Kenya and Africa development
The Deputy President said data is an integral part of the socio-economic transformation agenda which makes the core of the government’s development objectives.
News
France calls for joint Africa–Europe push to build digital and AI systems
Speaking at the University of Nairobi on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron stressed that building real independence in technology will require heavy investment in infrastructure, especially in energy pro...
News
Kenya lands Sh258 billion boost as AFC opens regional office in Nairobi
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has opened its first regional office in Nairobi after signing a Host Country Agreement with Kenya. The deal, witnessed by President William Ruto, targets infrastructure investme...
Business
Standard Bank signs Sh17.8bn deal with Safaricom to boost Ethiopia’s digital infrastructure
The bank served as the sole arranger, lender, and facility agent for the term facility, also providing advisory services to ensure the funding meets Safaricom’s specific operational and market needs.