Kenya’s rapid digital transformation has ushered in numerous advantages, but it has also exposed the nation to a growing menace of cyber threats. As mobile banking and e-commerce thrive, so do cyberattacks, including phishing, ransomware, and malware incidents. This article delves into the escalating cyber threats in Kenya, the factors contributing to the surge, and…
The rise of AI, led by remarkable chatbots like ChatGPT, promises extraordinary economic changes. McKinsey predicts a $13 trillion boost to global GDP by 2030, with AI driving labor substitution and innovation. However, this progress raises concerns about job disruption, with Goldman Sachs estimating potential job replacements of 300 million. Yet, AI also offers new…
In the fast-paced digital era, businesses relentlessly pursue innovative technologies to maintain a competitive edge. The emergence of blockchain technology has marked a turning point in this quest. Blockchain Unveiled: Blockchain, a secure and transparent digital ledger, records transactions across multiple computers. Its unique structure—a chain of interconnected blocks—ensures data immutability and security through network…
Detectives from multiple agencies, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Uganda, and Interpol, have recovered 7,420 bags of caustic soda, valued at Ksh.267 million, which had been fraudulently obtained by international scammers. The recovery operation took place in Uganda’s Bweyogere Industrial Area after a complaint by Indian businessman Surya Parkash, who had reported the…
The High Court in Nairobi has postponed the verdict in the murder case involving Joshua Irungu (Jowie) and former TV news anchor Jacqueline Maribe to December 15, 2023, due to the judge’s illness. The two are accused of killing businesswoman Monica Kimani in 2018. The High Court in Nairobi has rescheduled the verdict in the…
The world is on the brink of an autonomous revolution, where technology is reshaping our lives through self-driving vehicles, telemedicine, and drone deliveries. This megatrend is set to redefine industries, boost economic prospects, and usher in a new era of connectivity. The Age of Autonomy Imagine a world where science fiction becomes our reality. This…
Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime supports the government’s suspension of non-essential foreign travel by officials, suggesting that local travel expenses also need regulation. He proposes a decentralized approach to government meetings to reduce costs. In the wake of Monday’s suspension of all non-essential foreign travel by government officials, Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime has joined…
An unidentified illness has struck Eregi Girls High School in Kakamega County, resulting in over 60 students being hospitalized. The students are experiencing difficulty walking, with initial tests suggesting fluid loss. A mysterious illness has swept through Eregi Girls High School in Kakamega County, leaving more than 60 students hospitalized. According to reports, 30 students…
The Kenyan government has dedicated Ksh.741 million and 30 acres of Kenyatta University land to support the establishment of the WHOAFRO Regional Emergency Operations and Logistics (OSL) Hub. This move aims to strengthen responses to public health emergencies in the region. In a significant step towards bolstering responses to public health emergencies, the Kenyan government…
Nairobi Members of County Assembly (MCAs) are initiating an ad hoc committee to investigate suspicions of county revenue diversion via a recently introduced system. The Controller of Budget’s concerns regarding this issue have prompted the MCAs to take action, aiming to uncover potential misappropriation of public funds. The probe, spearheaded by Majority Leader Peter Imwatok,…
