Branislav Opudo

CA Invites Innovators to Test Emerging Technologies Through Regulatory Sandbox

The Communications Authority of Kenya has opened applications for its Emerging Technologies Regulatory Sandbox. The initiative gives innovators a controlled…

2 weeks ago

New Law Gives CBK Powers to Rescue Systemically Important Banks During Financial Crises

Kenya has enacted a new law strengthening the Central Bank of Kenya's crisis response powers. The legislation allows the regulator…

2 weeks ago

Vodacom Takes Control of Safaricom After Government Cuts Its Shareholding

Vodacom has become the majority owner of Safaricom following the Kenyan government's sale of a 15 percent stake. The transaction…

2 weeks ago

KRA Intensifies Crackdown on Tax Evasion with Destruction of Sh218 Million Worth of Illegal Goods

The Kenya Revenue Authority has destroyed contraband goods valued at Sh218 million. The move is part of a wider campaign…

2 weeks ago

Absa Kenya and Unilever Roll Out KES 4 billion SME Financing Programme to Boost Supply Chains and Inclusive Economic Growth

Nairobi, Kenya – 3 July 2026: Absa Bank Kenya and Unilever Kenya have signed an agreement for a KES 4…

3 weeks ago

Google Surpasses $1 Billion Africa Investment Goal, Unveils New AI and Digital Infrastructure Projects

Google has exceeded its five-year investment target for Africa. The tech giant is now rolling out new infrastructure and artificial…

3 weeks ago

Sanara Deploys 1.2 Billion to Empower Youth with Business and Technical skills across 6 counties in Kenya

Sanara has expanded access to finance for over 330 creative enterprises, strengthened market access, supported more than 3,000 startups through…

3 weeks ago

Telkom Kenya Rolls Out Low-Cost Unlimited Data Plans to Win Heavy Internet Users

Telkom Kenya has introduced new unlimited internet packages for prepaid customers. The move is aimed at making affordable data more…

3 weeks ago

World Bank Approves $750 Million to Support Kenya’s Governance and Reform Agenda

The World Bank has approved fresh funding to support Kenya's reform programme. The financing is expected to strengthen governance, improve…

3 weeks ago

WhatsApp Bets on Payments Growth with Appointment of Fintech Executive as CEO

WhatsApp has named a new chief executive as it sharpens its focus on digital payments and business services. The appointment…

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