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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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Technology

Kenya Fortifies Cybersecurity Defenses Through Coordinated National Strategy and Industry Collaboration

With its deepening digital reliance, Kenya is prioritizing cybersecurity through a coordinated national strategy. The ICT Authority Bill 2024 aims to harmonize efforts, while the National AI Strategy underscores cybersecurity's role. Key events like the Africa CISO Summit 2025 and the upcoming Connected Africa Summit further highlight this focus, signaling a move towards a robust, centralized defense against evolving cyber threats.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Business

Kenya's Fintech Sector Drives Innovation in Digital Payments Amid Funding Challenges

Kenya's pioneering fintech sector continues to innovate in digital payments, with platforms like DahabPlus gaining recognition and Safaricom's Lipa Mdogo Mdogo program boosting smartphone access for financial inclusion. Despite strong growth and constituting most African unicorns, Kenyan fintechs face a critical "Series A crunch" in funding, a key challenge for scaling operations and realizing their full potential.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Environment & Climate Change

Green Technology Gains Momentum in Kenya's ICT Development and Sustainability Drive

Kenya is increasingly integrating green technology into its ICT strategy, with sustainability becoming a core principle. Initiatives include Huawei's focus on clean energy solutions, the 4th ICT & Data Centers Conference in May 2025 emphasizing renewable energy for data centers (using REF & CUE metrics), and the "green corridor" design for the Usahihi Expressway. "Green Tech and Sustainability" is also a key theme for the Connected Africa Summit 2025, signaling a national push to leverage renewable resources for a responsible digital future.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Technology

Global Tech Giants Confirm Participation in Connected Africa Summit 2025, Signaling Strong Interest in Region

The Connected Africa Summit 2025 (May 26-29, Diani) has secured participation from global tech leaders like AWS, Google, Cisco, and HPE. This strong international presence highlights robust global interest in Africa's digital future, with Kenya positioned as a key hub for fostering partnerships, investment, and knowledge transfer across the continent.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Technology

Kenya Ramps Up Support for Tech Startups Through Government and Private Sector Initiatives

Kenya is bolstering its tech startup ecosystem through a combination of government and private sector initiatives. Key efforts include the ICT Authority's Strategic Plan (2024-2027) with programs like Whitebox incubation, the World Bank-funded KDEAP, and high-level forums like the Connected Africa Summit. Discussions are also active on creating dedicated funding mechanisms, like a Fintech Growth Fund, and improving access to capital markets to address the "Series A crunch" and support startup scaling.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Technology

Kenya Forges Ahead with Ambitious Digital Infrastructure Rollout Under National Masterplan

Kenya is advancing its National Digital Masterplan with significant investments in digital infrastructure, including a 100,000km fibre network, 25,000 public Wi-Fi hotspots, and nationwide smart hubs. Key projects like the Digital Superhighway and the "digital and green" Usahihi Expressway, alongside targeted connectivity for sectors like the judiciary, underscore a comprehensive strategy to bridge the digital divide and modernize the nation.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Technology

African VC Landscape Shows Signs of Recovery Amidst Challenges and Shifting Focus

Africa's venture capital scene, including Kenya, is recalibrating after a global downturn (52% drop in Africa's deal volume 2022-24). While a funding surge in April 2025 signals recovery, investors are more selective, focusing on developed ecosystems and profitable ventures. Fintech dominates, but faces a Series A crunch and gender disparity in funding, with Kenyan fintechs seeing a reduced share of investment in 2024.

SOStreamline Official

May 16, 2025

Technology

Huawei Kenya Cloud Summit 2025 Underscores Commitment to AI and Digital Advancement

The Huawei Kenya Cloud Summit 2025, held on May 16, showcased Huawei's latest cloud and AI solutions tailored for the Kenyan market. The event emphasized Huawei Cloud's role in driving Kenya's digital innovation and AI ambitions, reinforcing its commitment as a strategic technology partner for the nation.

SOStreamline Official

May 16, 2025

Technology

Kenyan Government Agencies KEBS and KRA Embrace AI for Enhanced Efficiency and Security

Kenyan government agencies are increasingly adopting AI, with the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) announcing plans on May 16, 2025, to use AI for efficiency and surveillance. Similarly, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is integrating AI to manage scanners and improve border control security, as reported on May 9, 2025.

SOStreamline Official

May 16, 2025

Politics

Ex-governor Waititu jailed for graft

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by a Nairobi court after being found guilty of awarding fraudulent road contracts. He must also pay a KSh53 million fine and is barred from public office for 10 years, marking a significant step in Kenya's anti-graft war.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Sports

False start for City Thunder in inaugural BAL campaign in Rwanda

Nairobi City Thunder lost their first-ever BAL game, going down 99-49 to SLAC Conakry in Kigali

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

Technology

Amazon Unveils "Alexa+": A Next-Generation AI Voice Assistant with Agentic Capabilities

Amazon has introduced Alexa+, a new version of its Alexa voice assistant powered by generative AI. This upgraded assistant can remember user preferences and autonomously carry out tasks, such as booking services online by navigating the web, marking a significant enhancement to its capabilities.

SDShiftpulse Digital

May 16, 2025