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SpaceX’s Starlink Faces Major International Outage: What You Need to Know

SpaceX’s renowned satellite internet service, Starlink, experienced a substantial international outage that left tens of thousands of users offline. This unexpected downtime prompted quick responses from SpaceX’s leadership, including an official apology from founder Elon Musk. Let’s take a closer look at what happened, why it matters, and what it means for Starlink users around […]

Kenyan Rights Groups File Landmark Case Over Internet Shutdowns

Seven civil society organizations in Kenya have jointly filed a landmark public interest case challenging the government’s actions in restricting internet access during key events in 2023 and 2024. The case, filed in the High Court of Kenya, seeks to hold the government and major telecom operators accountable for what the groups describe as unconstitutional […]

21/11/2024
By Editorial Desk
Internet

Top Internet Service Providers In Kenya 2025

The demand for home internet solutions in Kenya has surged, with a growing number of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) entering the market. While established players like Safaricom, Zuku, and Jamii Telecom dominate, smaller providers are increasingly capturing market share, particularly in satellite towns such as Kajiado, Kiambu, and parts of Nairobi. These smaller ISPs are targeting areas overlooked by […]

17/10/2024
By Editorial Desk
Internet

The World’s Most Internet-Addicted Nations

A recent study by ZeroBounce has painted a vivid picture of global internet addiction. The analysis, which examined data from various countries, reveals fascinating insights into how much time people spend online, the types of activities they engage in, and which nations lead in the realm of digital dependency. Methodology of the Study ZeroBounce employed […]

16/09/2024
By Editorial Desk
Internet, Telco

Kenya Invests Kshs 5 Billion in Rural Fiber Optic Internet

The Communications Authority of Kenya is laying 2,500 kilometers of fiber optic cables in 19 counties at a tune of Kshs 5 billion to improve internet access in rural areas. The ambitious project is currently at the halfway mark, with 1,300 kilometers of fiber already installed. During the ITW Africa 2024 conference held at a […]