Kenya’s President Ruto Rolls out Plans to Curb AI-Driven Misinformation
Kenya's President Ruto rolls out plans to clamp down on AI-driven misinformation to safeguard the nation's democracy. The move occurs at a time when global concerns are growing surrounding AI-driven disinformation concerns.
African Marketers Prepare for AMC’s 3rd Annual Awards in Kenya
The African Marketing Confederation (AMC) is gearing up to recognize the region’s leading marketers who have created and implemented groundbreaking and successful campaigns for their clients at the AMC’s third annual conference in Kenya, from September 25 to 27, 2024.
Elon Musk’s Starlink Jolts Kenyan Internet Market with Aggressive Pricing
Starlink might be the latest kid on the block in Kenya’s Internet Service provision industry after less than two years since entering the space. But its recent aggressive pricing strategy has jolted the market as the Musk-owned company woos with cheaper bargains and better speeds.
Kenya to Host Continental Digital Media Conference
The event will feature practical case studies and discussions surrounding evolving digital innovations, boosting revenue generation, and enhancing audience trust.
SAP Experts, Business Leaders Meet to Discuss Innovation Potential for East Africa
SAP Experts, business leaders, and technology partners met to discuss the role and potential of innovation in powering East Africa’s economic development and growth.
AI-Related Searches Surge in Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa
AI-related inquiries surged 150% in Kenya, 130% in Nigeria, and 120% in South Africa. New Google report shows a significantly growing curiosity about AI assistance and AI jobs in the three countries.
AMC to Hold Annual Marketing Conference in Mombasa
The annual marketing conference of the African Marketing Confederation holds next month. The conference, themed “Brand Resilience Amidst Economic Uncertainty”, will host multidisciplinary conversations from experts across Africa.
IXAfrica Unveils Kenya’s First Hyperscale Data Centre in Digital Savannah
Discover how IXAfrica and Schneider Electric have launched Kenya’s first hyperscale data centre, NBOX1, driving innovation and sustainability in East Africa’s ‘Digital Savannah’. IXAfrica has launched East Africa’s first hyperscale data centre, NBOX1, in Nairobi, partnering with Schneider Electric to enhance the region’s digital landscape. This new Tier 3+ facility,
Kenya Media Sector Demands Reversal of Government Advertising Directive
Media practitioners in Kenya are poised to take legal action if the government does not revoke its recent directive mandating all ministries, state agencies, independent commissions, and public universities to exclusively air their TV and radio advertisements on the national broadcaster, KBC. Media Practitioners Push Back The Kenya Media Sector
Television Advertising Dominates in Kenya Amidst Growing Digital Competition
In the rapidly evolving media landscape of Kenya, television advertising remains a dominant force despite the increasing adoption of digital channels. According to the latest data from the Communications Authority, the overall media industry ad expenditure for the three months ending September 2023 stood at KES 16 billion, with television