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IEBC Adopts Iris Scan Technology for Enhanced Voter Verification

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has introduced iris recognition technology in its ongoing voter registration drive, aiming to bolster accuracy and combat electoral fraud ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Oct 15, 2025

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Unfinished Power Projects Drive Up Electricity Bills, Says Kenya Power MD

Kenyans are paying higher electricity tariffs partly due to the incomplete status of several critical power infrastructure projects, leading to increased power loss and distribution costs.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 15, 2025

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Kenya's Cyberattacks Surge by 146% Annually Amid Digitalisation Drive

Kenya faces an escalating cyber threat landscape, with detected attacks more than doubling in the past year, prompting urgent calls for enhanced national cybersecurity preparedness across all sectors.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 14, 2025

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Kenya Power Announces Tuesday Blackouts Across 14 Counties

Thousands of homes and businesses across Kenya will experience power interruptions on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, as Kenya Power undertakes scheduled maintenance, impacting daily operations and economic activities.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 13, 2025

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Google Silent on Lobbying Trump Amidst Australia's Under-16 YouTube Ban

Google has expressed strong reservations about Australia's new law banning social media for under-16s, particularly its inclusion of YouTube, citing enforcement difficulties and potential unintended consequences for child safety.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 13, 2025

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AI Bubble Fears Mount Amidst Billions in Unproven Investments

Concerns are growing in Silicon Valley and globally that the rapid influx of capital into Artificial Intelligence (AI) companies may be creating a speculative bubble, reminiscent of the dot-com era, with potential implications for Kenya's burgeoning digital economy.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 11, 2025

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PAVRISK Endorsed as Kenya's Sole Royalties Collector Amidst Industry Shifts

The Performing and Audio-Visual Rights Society of Kenya (PAVRISK) has garnered significant endorsement from creators, solidifying its position as the primary body for collecting and distributing royalties in Kenya.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 9, 2025

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Europe Grapples with Drone Incursions Amidst 'Hybrid War' Concerns

Recent drone sightings across European airports, including Munich, have heightened fears of a 'hybrid war' orchestrated by Russia, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures and a re-evaluation of defence strategies across the continent.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 8, 2025

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Global Tech Firms Vie for Kenya's Embedded Insurance Market

International technology and insurtech companies are intensifying their focus on Kenya's embedded insurance sector, aiming to boost the nation's low insurance penetration by integrating coverage directly into everyday transactions.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 8, 2025

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Outdated Windows 10 Poses Cyber Risk to Kenyans as Support Ends

Millions of computer users in Kenya face heightened cybersecurity risks as Microsoft discontinues free updates for Windows 10 next week, leaving systems vulnerable to malware and viruses.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 8, 2025

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Starlets Call-Ups: Ilavonga, Muteshi Join Squad for WAFCON Qualifiers

Two promising Kenyan talents, Lorine Ilavonga and Elizabeth Muteshi, have earned their maiden call-ups to the Harambee Starlets, bolstering the national women's football team ahead of crucial 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers against The Gambia.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 8, 2025

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Denmark Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-15s Amid Childhood Concerns

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced plans to ban social media for children under 15, citing concerns over mental health and the 'theft of childhood.' This move mirrors growing global discussions, including in Kenya, about safeguarding minors in the digital age.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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