Kenya is on the brink of a Generative AI (GenAI) transformation, with business leaders expressing optimism about the technology’s potential to reshape industries and drive innovation. At the NTT DATA Clients Innovation Day in Nairobi, Chris Wiggett, Head of Artificial Intelligence, Data, and Analytics at NTT DATA in the Middle East and Africa, emphasized the importance of a holistic approach to realizing GenAI’s potential in Kenya and the East African region. However, to fully capitalize on this groundbreaking technology, Kenya must address challenges such as legacy infrastructure, skills shortages, and regulatory gaps.
Kenya’s digital economy is on a transformative trajectory, with recent findings from The Digital Opportunity of Kenya report highlighting the nation’s progress as a digital leader in Africa. Conducted by Public First and supported by the Ministry of ICT, Google, and other key stakeholders, the report underscores how technology is driving economic value and shaping the future of the nation.
Kenya is positioning itself as a significant player in Africa’s burgeoning smartphone manufacturing industry, having already produced over 2.5 million smartphones domestically. This milestone highlights the country's growing capabilities in local smartphone assembly and its crucial role in advancing Africa’s digital economy. At the recent Smartphone for Africa Summit in Nairobi, Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the Kenya ICT Authority, shared insights into the country's achievements and its pivotal role in the continent’s digital transformation.
Safaricom has launched an innovative tech re-skilling program aimed at empowering young Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) by equipping them with valuable digital skills. This initiative underscores Safaricom’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and supporting individuals with disabilities as they navigate the digital landscape. The program is designed to enhance employability and create pathways for PWDs to thrive in the tech industry.
Geoffrey Gitagia, Group IT Manager at Avenue Healthcare, has been named CIO of the Year 2024 at the 16th Annual CIO100 Symposium and Awards. Surpassing 17 other contenders, Gitagia was recognized for leading a groundbreaking project that integrated emerging technologies to deliver exceptional outcomes. His achievement reflects the critical role of IT leadership in driving innovation, business success, and digital transformation across Africa.
Mastercard and Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) have entered into a groundbreaking 10-year partnership aimed at transforming the digital payments landscape across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the banking and digital payment experience for individuals and businesses in the region by introducing secure, innovative, and convenient payment solutions. The initiative’s centerpiece is the launch of Kenya’s first tokenization-based payment wearables, developed in partnership with Tappy Technologies, which brings state-of-the-art contactless payment technology to consumers nationwide
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has successfully transitioned the Kenya Electronic Payment and Settlement System (KEPSS) to the ISO20022 Global Messaging Standard. This...
M-KOPA, an emerging markets fintech company, has appointed Rajeev Suri as the new chairman of its board, effective December 1, 2024. Suri takes over...
