Two students from Nova Pioneer Boys High School Eldoret, Kon Lual Ajok and Ian Mwadiloh have emerged as the overall winners of the 8th Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) National Science and Technology Exhibition. Their blockchain-powered project, Afronomy Chain, is a web system that enables real-time tracking of public funds from collection to expenditure in a bid to curb corruption. The innovation stood out among 130 student-led STEM projects submitted from across the country, earning the pair a four-year university scholarship from Strathmore, KES 100,000 in cash, mobile phones, and an all-expenses-paid trip to Ireland to represent Kenya at the Young…
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Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has announced the successful completion of its 2024 Fibre TechCelerate Programme in South Africa. The first cohort of 20 SMMEs and 10 female ICT students from Walter Sisulu University received their certifications at a graduation ceremony facilitated in East London. Twenty-five new SMMEs were welcomed into the 2025 programme at the same time. This initiative equips small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) with the technical, business, and digital skills required to actively contribute to projects, including but not limited to the Eastern Cape Provincial Government’s fibre and broadband rollout project. “As we honour the…
By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Clouds are brewing over Kenya, and companies are noticing. Earlier this year, Oracle announced plans to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, making it the company’s second region in Africa after Johannesburg, and highlighting the strength of its business in the country. Oracle’s expansion plans go hand in hand with the overall rate of cloud adoption on the continent, with one survey finding that companies are running around 45% of their workloads on public cloud. While many businesses may face questions about which workloads and applications to…
Absa Bank Kenya has released 2024 Sustainability and Climate Report. The lender introduced Kenya’s first Eco-Home Loan, offering up to 110% financing for homeowners looking to build or retrofit houses with sustainable features. Think solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, energy-efficient lighting, and walls made from materials that don’t make the planet sweat. The extra 10% over typical financing is designed to cover those “green upgrades” that can often be a budget stretch for ordinary buyers. Green building is slowly catching on in Africa, but the high upfront costs can discourage uptake. By essentially funding the full cost (and then some),…
Stanbic Bank has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of KES 6.5 billion for the first half of 2025. The bank delivered a Return on Equity (ROE) of 17.4% even with a dip in net interest income caused by macroeconomic pressures. The bank also saw a 4% balance sheet growth compared to December 2024. Stanbic Bank was also named among the top 5 SME lenders in Kenya by the Kenya Bankers Association and received recognition at the Think Business Awards for mortgage and SME lending excellence. Financial Summary for H1 2025 Dividend Stanbic has declared an interim dividend of KES…
NTT DATA has announced a significant sustainability milestone with the installation of a solar energy system at its newly launched East Africa headquarters at The Cube, Riverside Drive. The system is expected to cut the company’s reliance on grid electricity by over 33%, supporting its broader target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040—a full decade ahead of the Paris Agreement deadline. The investment aligns with growing momentum around green energy across East Africa, as countries ramp up solar, hydro, and carbon market initiatives to meet global climate goals. “Our investment in solar energy is not just about reducing operational…
ViFi Labs has announced the acquisition Uganda’s OneRamp, a stablecoin-powered platform simplifying digital payments through mobile money and banking integrations. This deal gives ViFi Labs immediate market access across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Tanzania where OneRamp serves over 25,000 users with an annual revenue run rate of $1.2 million. If you have a startup you want featured on TechArena, let us know through this contact form here. OneRamp was founded by Elias Hezron Opio and Jovan Mwesigwa offering a practical solution for the use of stablecon in everyday transactions. By linking stablecoin wallets directly with local financial systems, OneRamp eliminates common friction points…
PUBG Mobile, the world-renowned mobile battle royale game, today announced the launch of its electrifying “Afro Frenzy Dance Challenge” on TikTok, inviting players and dance enthusiasts across Africa to showcase their moves and creativity. This exciting initiative aims to blend the thrill of in-game action with the vibrant energy of Afro-inspired dance, fostering community engagement and celebrating local talent. The challenge leverages the exclusive new audio track, “I’m The One,” a collaboration between PUBG Mobile and popular artist Fathermoh. Participants are encouraged to express their unique style while integrating the signature “Afro Frenzy Move” into their videos. Challenge Mechanics and…
This article is extracted from the recent episode of Connecting Africa by CNN’s Eleni Giokos and Victoria Rubadiri Fintech companies in Kenya are expanding their reach and transforming how businesses hire, pay, and grow in the digital economy. A report from McKinsey & Company estimates that Fintech market revenue will increase fivefold by 2028 reaching a value of $47 billion. CNN’s Eleni Giokos sat down with Mayowa Kuyoro, a partner at McKinsey & Company, who leads their Africa financial services group. She spoke about Fintech companies in Africa at present, and in the future, “In 2025, we’re seeing people look beyond what…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid), a business of Cassava Technologies and a global tech leader of African heritage, has introduced Business Internet Access (BIA), a new service to support South African businesses with high-performance, cost-effective internet connectivity. BIA is designed as an alternative to traditional Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) and offers organisations access to an exclusive, dedicated internet line. This ensures consistent speeds for mission-critical tasks. The service is backed by a Service Level Agreement (SLA) that guarantees up to 99% uptime. It aims to eliminate the risks of downtime for SMEs and large enterprises too. “Connectivity is no longer a…