There was an attempt to hack the official website of the President of the Republic of Kenya. The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy on Saturday, July 18 told Kenyans that it was aware of the reports regarding a cybersecurity incident affecting the official website. Cabinet Secretary William...
The promoters of the prestigious Financial Reporting (FiRe) Award have officially launched the 2026 edition, with this year’s theme, “Advancing High-Quality Financial and Sustainability Reporting for Sustainable Growth.” It reflects a growing global shift toward broader corporate accountability beyond traditional financial disclosures. The FiRe Award, widely regarded as the...
Principal Secretary for Trade Regina Ombam has called for closer collaboration between the government and marketing professionals, saying stronger integration of marketing into Kenya’s trade agenda is essential to drive exports, attract investment and improve the country’s competitiveness in regional and global markets. Speaking during the Marketing Society of Kenya...
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge officially opened the 23rd East African Banking School (EABS) Conference in Diani, Kwale County, setting a firm regulatory agenda for the region’s evolving financial ecosystem. Serving as the Chief Guest at the five-day summit running from July 13–17, 2026, Dr. Thugge...
KCB Bank Kenya has unveiled the ‘KCB Partner Kwa Ground Kwa Mtaa’ activation, a nationwide campaign designed to strengthen financial inclusion by taking banking services closer to communities and supporting the growth of small businesses across the country. The initiative seeks to equip entrepreneurs and everyday customers with practical financial...
Glovo has unveiled its new AI-powered Shopping Assistant for ChatGPT and Claude, marking a major step in the evolution of quick commerce by allowing users to discover, compare and order products through natural conversations with generative artificial intelligence. Announced on July 13, 2026, the new feature enables customers to search...
As part of the AI for Good Global Summit hosted in Geneva, TikTok has announced a series of initiatives globally designed to strengthen AI literacy, improve transparency around AI-generated content, and enhance protection against AI-generated spam, reinforcing its commitment to helping people across the region use AI safely, confidently and...
Kenya’s exports to the East African Community (EAC) increased by 9% in 2025, growing from KSh321 billion to KSh351 billion. According to data from the State Department for East African Affairs, 77% of Kenya’s overall exports to Africa were destined for EAC Partner States, with the regional body countries absorbing...
The Hub Karen marked its 10th anniversary on 12 July 2026, launching a month-long programme of activities that celebrate its vibrancy as one of Nairobi’s leading family entertainment and lifestyle destinations. Throughout the month, visitors can enjoy family and community events including wellness and fitness activities, fashion and beauty experiences,...
Kenya’s mining industry has urged the government to accelerate the issuance of mining licences, deepen regulatory reforms and promote investment in modern technology, warning that continued delays risk driving investors to neighbouring countries and slowing the country’s ambitions of becoming a regional mining powerhouse. The concerns were raised during the...
