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.
Standard Bank and Safaricom seal $138m deal to expand infrastructure and services in Ethiopia
Executive Vice President for Telecoms, Media and Technology at Stanbic Kenya’s Corporate and Investment Banking Division Anthony Ndegwa said the bank was honoured to partner with Safaricom again to advance digital transformation and inclusion in Ethiopia.
Africa Edge Summit attracts experts to Nairobi to discuss continent’s fast-growing digital economy
Mark Elliott, Division President for Africa, Mastercard, said Africa’s digital economy is scaling fast and Mastercard is keen to be a trusted technology partner powering the growth.
Kenya and United Kingdom team up to reform emerging technology laws, fight cybercrime
Emerging Tech and AI4D Advisor at the British High Commission in Nairobi Wilfred Oluoch said the review followed recommendations of the ICT Sector Working Group report, which identified gaps in existing laws.
Kenya, Tanzania put aside occasional trade and political tiffs to launch terrestrial fibre link
The initiative, implemented through the partnership between Kenya’s ICT Authority (ICTA) and Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTLC) is expected to boost economic integration, e-governance and access to digital services across the East African Community.