The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has taken another significant step in regulating the burgeoning digital credit sector. On June 27, 2024, CBK announced the licensing of seven more digital credit providers (DCPs), pushing the total number to 58. This move underscores CBK’s commitment to creating a well-regulated environment that fosters innovation while protecting consumers….
Amid political unrest in Kenya, the reliability of traditional internet infrastructure has come under scrutiny. On a recent Tuesday evening, internet speeds were throttled during anti-government protests, leading to public outcry. Kenyans turned to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to maintain their online connectivity. The Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) denied any plans for an internet…
Mitsumi Distribution’s Big Move to Boost AI in Kenya’s Healthcare Industry is something to take note of. Mitsumi Distribution is a major player in IT, telecoms, and enterprise distribution across Africa and the Middle East, is leading the charge in making the region fully AI-capable. In a groundbreaking move aimed at expanding AI adoption across…
Next week, data experts from all over Africa will meet in Nairobi to talk about important issues and work together to improve data protection systems for the continent. This gathering, known as the 9th Network Of Africa Data Protection Authorities conference, aims to make more people aware of the importance of data protection and encourage…
Kenya has secured the honor of hosting the 2024 Transform Africa Summit (TAS), organized by the Smart Africa Alliance. Scheduled from August 28-30, this summit is set to become a key event in Africa’s technology landscape. The Transform Africa Summit is an annual gathering convened by the Smart Africa Alliance, bringing together over 5,000 delegates….
