As the festive season begins and the countdown to Christmas quickens, many of us are preparing for travel, family gatherings, and the familiar rush of holiday spending. It is precisely in these moments of increased spending and lowered vigilance that fraudulent activity tends to spike. The 2025 Financial Sector Stability Report by the Central Bank of Kenya notes that financial losses from cyber fraud in the banking sector nearly quadrupled in 2024, reaching KES 1.5 billion. With a growing reliance on cards, mobile, and online banking, scammers exploit moments of distraction, using tactics that feel urgent, familiar, or convenient. Protecting…
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Beatrice Elachi, Member of Parliament for Dagoretti North, has led the official launch of the Huawei DigiTruck Digital Literacy Programme at Lavington Girls Secondary School, marking a major boost for youth empowerment in the constituency. She was joined by top Huawei executives Eng. Maureen Mwaniki, Government Relations Director, and Ms. Khadija Mohammed, Director of Communications and Public Affairs who reaffirmed Huawei’s dedication to expanding digital opportunities across Kenya. The programme has attracted 250 registered youth, now undergoing hands-on digital training at Lavington Primary School until December 22nd 2025. Graduates will earn certificates and participate in an exciting innovation challenge, with prizes…
Building on the momentum of Canon’s EMEA launch of World Unseen 2.0, Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) is expanding the initiative into East Africa in collaboration with Kenya’s Oceans Alive Foundation. This regional chapter reflects Canon’s commitment to supporting the protection of coral reefs—one of the most vital ecosystems on Earth, sustaining 25% of marine life, protecting coastlines, and contributing to the food security and wellbeing of millions across coastal communities. Over half of the world’s coral reefs have disappeared in the last three decades as a result of rising sea temperatures, pollution, overfishing, sedimentation and widespread disease. This…
Nutanix has announced that Tsedey Bank has selected the Nutanix Cloud Platform to modernise its banking infrastructure as part of its transformation from a microfinance institution to a fully licensed commercial bank. After 25 years operating as the Amhara Credit and Savings Institute (ACSI), one of Ethiopia’s largest microfinance institutions, Tsedey Bank’s elevation to commercial banking status in 2022 marked a pivotal shift for the country’s financial sector. Free from legacy systems, the bank had a unique opportunity to design a modern digital banking foundation capable of delivering simplicity, scale, and financial inclusion to millions of Ethiopians across both rural and…
Standard Bank has partnered with Safaricom to provide funding of USD138 million (approximately KES 17.94 billion) as part of investment towards Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC, STEP. The bank acted as the sole arranger, lender, and facility agent on the term facility to STEP and played an advisory role. Standard Bank’s financing facilitates Safaricom’s ongoing rollout of digital infrastructure and services in Ethiopia. Dr Joshua Oigara, Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, Standard Bank Group, said, “This partnership reflects our commitment to enabling sustainable growth across the region. By supporting the expansion of digital connectivity in Ethiopia, we are strengthening economic…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has announced the appointment of Neeraj Pradhan as the Chief Executive Officer of Liquid Intelligent Technologies Kenya, effective 1 December, underscoring our commitment to growth and innovation. Neeraj joined Liquid Kenya in 2016 as General Manager of Sales, steadily ascending through key leadership roles. Following his appointment as Acting CEO in March 2025, during which he successfully oversaw the company’s strategic, operational, and commercial direction, he has now been confirmed as CEO. This appointment underscores Liquid’s confidence in his regional expertise and his proven ability to deliver results that build trust with stakeholders. “Neeraj brings exceptional…
By Erkan Satik, Director of Cloud Ecosystem & Alliances at Wingu Africa East Africa has quickly become one of the most dynamic regions for cloud computing. By 2025, around 70–77% of enterprises across the region are using cloud services, placing East Africa among the continent’s leaders in digital adoption1. Unlike Europe or North America, where legacy IT systems slow down transitions, East African firms often build directly on public cloud platforms, which reduces costs and avoids the burden of outdated infrastructure. Globally, cloud spending is expected to exceed $912 billion in 2025, with adoption in the Middle East and Africa…
CaptainsBet: Kenya’s Top Betting Site If you enjoy online casino games or betting on sports in Kenya, you’ve probably heard of CaptainsBet. It has grown significantly over the past few years, and if you give it a try, you’ll see why so many people are moving over to play at CaptainsBet. Expect rapid M-Pesa payments, adequate local league coverage, and profitable bonuses. What Makes the CaptainsBet Sportsbook Stand Out? Football clearly dominates here in Kenya, but CaptainsBet offers great odds for all sports and tournaments. The Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, CAF Champions League, and, of course, the KPL are…
What Are Some of the Best Things CaptainsBet Offers to Casino Players? Over the years, Captains Bet Kenya has built a reputation for being one of the best casino and sports betting sites in the country. It has a lot to offer its loyal player base, and we’ll take a look at some of the things it does right. Let’s get started! Plentiful Casino Bonuses Bonuses are some of the most important tools a casino can employ to bring in more users. They give players a reason to keep coming back. Having something to aim for and work towards is…
In the quiet village of Masare, in Bomet County, 25-year-old Sheila Cheptoo rises early before sunrise. The soft rustling of her 132 chickens is the first thing she hears each morning. It reminds her of how far she has come and how much more she hopes to achieve. Sheila’s life has never been easy. After finishing her secondary education, she began hustling to support her mother, her siblings, and her infant child. With no formal job opportunities in sight, she started selling clothes at local markets in Bomet. But despite her efforts, the business did not survive, leaving her with more…