Author: Kaluka wanjala

The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and Linux Foundation has partnered with Andela to train 20,000 to 30,000 African technologists in cloud native basics to enable them to excel in jobs globally as cloud native development grows. The training—done at no cost to the participants—will begin next year and unfold over two to three years. Participants will have the opportunity to train for the Kubernetes and Cloud Native associate (KCNA) certification, which demonstrates a user’s foundational knowledge and skills in Kubernetes and the wider cloud native ecosystem, and the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), which certifies that users can design, build, configure, and expose cloud…

NTT DATA has unveiled groundbreaking research that signals a significant shift in the application of Generative AI (GenAI) technology.  According to the report, titled Global GenAI Report: How organizations are mastering their GenAI destiny in 2025, the experimental phase of GenAI is rapidly giving way to strategic investments aimed at driving business performance, transforming workplace culture, and enhancing compliance, safety, and sustainability. The study surveyed over 2,300 IT and business leaders from 12 industries and 34 countries, revealing that nearly all organizations have already invested in GenAI, with 83% establishing “expert” or “robust” GenAI teams. The report further shows that organizations…

Equity Bank has announce the reduction in interest rates on all new and existing Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities, following the recent decision by the Central Bank of Kenya’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to cut the Central Bank Rate (CBR) from 12.75% to 12.0%. The reduction, effective 18th November 2024, reflects Equity Bank’s proactive commitment to making credit more affordable and accessible to a wider range of customers, furthering financial inclusion and stimulating economic activity across Kenya. This is the 2nd time that Equity has reduced its lending rate within the last six months. It had reduced its rate in September 2024.…

By Alex Reiniger, RHEL Business Development Manager at Red Hat Africa is set to benefit greatly from adopting AI-driven and enabled technologies. Already, CEOs across Sub-Saharan Africa are already recognising the potential of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to accelerate growth and competitiveness, with many anticipating that it will enhance the quality of their businesses’ products and services.  For Africa to contribute to and participate in the global AI revolution, we must take a pragmatic approach. For businesses to build their own applications and solutions, they need access to the tools and systems that enable them to do so. That approach…

The home internet market in Kenya was shaken with the entry of Starlink earlier this year. With that, we have seen some existing home internet service providers adjusting their packages increasing speeds to keep users from leaving. Safaricom has already done this and JTL is doing the same with its Faiba Home Plus plans. All this competition benefits the end users as they get faster speeds than they were getting before. With more and more people demanding faster home internet speeds, there will be more to choose from on the market. Out of all the home internet providers in Kenya,…

AirAsia X (AAX) had its first flight to Kenya touch down at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) last week. The flight from Kuala Lumpur landed on Friday evening with 377 travellers signifying s a significant milestone in Kenya’s quest to diversify its tourist source markets. This development is also expected to strengthen ties between the two countries, boost cultural exchange, and enhance economic collaboration through increased tourism and trade. While receiving the flight, Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, said that the direct air link is an affirmation of Kenya’s growing significance in the global tourism and travel…

A new toolkit, developed in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, eMobilis Technology Institute, and Africa Practice, offers a comprehensive roadmap to reform Kenya’s gig economy and create a more equitable and sustainable sector for over one million workers and businesses alike. The new toolkit, titled “A Policy Guide for Digital Economy Progress,” is the culmination of extensive research and engagement with key stakeholders in the gig and digital economy. It offers a detailed policy proposal to address the pressing challenges faced by digitally delivering gig workers and promote the sector’s growth and development. Formally recognized in 2007 under Kenya Vision 2030, Kenya’s gig…

Bolt Food has launched its Black Friday campaign, offering consumers discounts ranging from 25% to 50%. The campaign is ongoing till 30th November 2024. It will spans over 250 restaurants. Bolt Food recently celebrated its third anniversary in Kenya revealing that it has partnered with over 2000 restaurants nationwide. The discounts, which will be available via the Bolt Food app, are expected to drive significant customer engagement. The company anticipates an uptick in daily orders across the month-long campaign. Bolt Food aims to capitalise on the rising demand for food delivery services across Nairobi as part of its strategy to…

Jiji has kicked off Black Friday with discounts of up to 85% across all categories. The deals promise an unmatched shopping experience for buyers. Jiji has teamed up with verified sellers to bring shoppers the best prices of the season. The platform promises unbeatable deals on consumers’ favourite items from electronics to fashion, phones to tablets, and more. A recent consumer insights article highlights how consumers are increasingly motivated to buy online, drawn to the convenience and competitive online deals available. This preference for online shopping was evident in the fact that 68% of shoppers globally planned to grab Black…

The Women in Technology Huawei Kenya team (WITH) hosted the first Girls in Tech Career Fair at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. The career fair was exclusively tailored for young women studying STEM-related courses at the university level, under the theme: Empowering women leaders through access to new career paths, growth opportunities, and contributions to tech innovation to drive innovation and social impact.  Women in Technology Huawei, is an initiative launched by the company around the world in support of gender equality and inclusion – “Tech for Her, Tech by Her, Tech with Her” – as well as the…