New report ranks Kenya first in East Africa, sixth in Africa’s digital rights and inclusion index

New report ranks Kenya first in East Africa, sixth in Africa’s digital rights and inclusion index

From the press statement, Kenya and Rwanda are the only countries featured among the top 10 in East Africa. The country’s score is 37 out of 60, which is a three-point improvement on last year’s performance, placing it as moderately compliant

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How Kenyans are turning to the internet to earn a living as digital economy becomes integral to national GDP  

How Kenyans are turning to the internet to earn a living as digital economy becomes integral to national GDP  

The use of TikTok in particular has proven effective due to its fast-paced visual format, allowing thrift businesses to reach younger audiences who are highly responsive to fashion trends and online content.

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Satellite operators turn to Africa as governments, businesses and citizens seek digital connectivity

Satellite operators turn to Africa as governments, businesses and citizens seek digital connectivity

Jean-François argues that connectivity brings people together by expanding access to knowledge, enabling business, and supporting development.

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New study finds social media fuels smoking and vaping among children, girls top list of young puffers

New study finds social media fuels smoking and vaping among children, girls top list of young puffers

Evidence has shown that tobacco companies aggressively use social media, which itself has addictive elements. For instance, researchers reported last year that tobacco giant Philip Morris International systematically promotes its leading heated tobacco product worldwide through social media.

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