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Kenyan Internet Service Provider (ISP) Mawingu Networks has acquired Arusha-based ISP Habari for KSh 1.9 billion. The acquisition, which was largely funded by a KSh 1.4 billion long-term senior debt from the Africa Go Green Fund managed by Cygnum Capital, will enable Mawingu to accelerate its mission of positively impacting 1 million East Africans by […]

Safaricom PLC has launched a nationwide series of upskilling bootcamps known as the Safaricom Hook Circle. These events are strategically designed to empower young individuals across the nation by focusing on three core pillars: technology, careers, and culture. The inaugural bootcamp took place at Chuka University, located in Tharaka Nithi County, attracting over 4,000 participants […]

Airtel Africa is marking Customer Service Week with a renewed commitment to exceptional customer experience. The annual celebration shines a spotlight on Airtel’s dedication to recognizing the pivotal role of its customers, who remain at the centre of the company’s operations. During a groupwide Employee Townhall, Airtel Africa CEO Sunil Taldar emphasized the company’s pledge […]

Safaricom has introduced a new Sh. 20,000 ($155) Wi-Fi package, delivering lightning-fast internet speeds of 1000Mbps (1Gbps). The move is in response to the growing presence of Elon Musk’s Starlink in the broadband market. The local telco aims to meet the rising demand for reliable high-speed internet nationwide. This makes it the first ISP in […]

Mawingu Networks, a prominent rural Internet Service Provider (ISP), has expanded its network to Mandera County, Kenya. The expansion increases the total number of counties connected to Mawingu’s services to 30, underscoring the company’s commitment to providing reliable and affordable internet access to underserved communities across the nation. In a progress update released for the […]

The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has partnered with Syokinet Solutions to activate 1.6Tbps data capacity on its fibre optic cable, connecting Mombasa to Nairobi. The partnership marks a major milestone in the country’s journey towards achieving its digital infrastructure goals and solidifying its position as a leader in East Africa’s tech ecosystem. With the new […]