Creative Economy Bill: Mombasa residents seek safeguards

Residents want clearer rules on content regulation and licensing Creatives have raised concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on their work Stakeholders are seeking a greater role in decisions affecting the creative sector Mombasa residents have called for greater safeguards for creatives and clarity on proposed rules under the Creative Economy Bill, 2026. Residents…

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Batram Muthoka CEO at Kenya Agricultural Society of Kenya Speaking During The Harvest Festival at ACK All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi. PHOTO| courtesy

AI to headline Nairobi International Trade Fair, says ASK

AI and precision agriculture to feature prominently at Nairobi International Trade Fair Farmers set to explore technologies for productivity and climate-smart farming More than 500 exhibitors expected at Jamhuri Park Showground Artificial intelligence (AI), precision agriculture and data-driven farming will take centre stage at this year’s Nairobi International Trade Fair as farmers are set to…

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Dr Kamau Thugge, the 10th Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) (white shirt), cuts a cake with other CBK officials during celebrations to mark the institution’s 60th anniversary in Nairobi. PHOTO| courtesy

CBK marks 60 years with AI conference, AACB meetings

CBK is bringing African financial leaders together for its 60th anniversary Experts will examine how AI is changing central banking and finance Governors are set to explore Africa’s push for greater monetary independence The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has marked 60 years since its establishment, opening a week of high-level engagements that bring African…

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Kenya National Association of Architects President George Ndege

Architects urged to embrace AI in construction designs

Architects urged to use AI for safer, climate resilient designs Traditional Kisii housing principles offer lessons for modern construction Kenya faces a shortage of architects and engineers as professionals age Kenya National Association of Architects President George Ndege has urged members to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) in construction designs. Ndege was speaking during the association’s…

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Zoho partners with KNCCI to boost digital transformation for Kenyan SMEs

Zoho has partnered with KNCCI to help Kenyan SMEs adopt digital tools, offering eligible members Ksh65,000 in software credits, training and onboarding support to boost productivity and business growth. The technology firm reported 55 per cent revenue growth in Kenya, citing rising demand for AI enabled business solutions and increased adoption across the IT, financial…

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KEPSA Chief Executive Officer Carole Kariuki speaking at the Third Annual SME Conference, Awards and Exhibition on Thursday, June 23. Photo/courtesy

KEPSA calls for market diversification to strengthen SMEs

KEPSA urged SMEs to diversify markets and supply chains to reduce risks from global disruptions. CEO Carole Kariuki encouraged businesses to embrace AI and digital tools to improve competitiveness. She called for stronger public and private sector collaboration to address finance, taxation and market access challenges. Kenya’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been urged…

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I&M Bank partners with Google to train Kenyan SMEs in AI and digital skills

Kenyan small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) are set to benefit from free Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital skills training through a new partnership between I&M Bank and Google, aimed at boosting competitiveness in an increasingly digital economy. The initiative will equip entrepreneurs with practical knowledge in AI tools, digital marketing, business strategy and leadership development,…

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Gideon Kipyakwai, Chief Executive Officer of CRB, speaking during the forum-Photo|Courtesy

Kenya’s financial sector urged to embrace AI and modern credit scoring to expand access to credit

Kenya’s financial institutions have been urged to adopt emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and modern credit scoring systems to strengthen lending processes and widen access to credit as the country’s financial sector undergoes rapid transformation. The call was made during a financial sector engagement forum held in the North Rift region on May…

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