A landmark ruling has dismantled two of Kenya’s most weaponised digital speech laws, with the Court of Appeal declaring Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act (2018) unconstitutional, a decision that reverses part of the 2020 High Court judgment and reshapes the boundaries of online free expression in Kenya. A three-judge bench — Justice Patrick O. Kiage, Justice Aggrey Muchelule, and Justice Weldon Kipyegon Korir — found that the provisions governing “false information” failed the constitutional test of clarity and violated the freedom of expression and media rights guaranteed under Articles 33 and 34 of the…
Author: David Indeje
David Indeje
David Indeje is the Community Engagement Editor at Khusoko, East Africa’s leading digital business news platform. He shapes editorial content, drives audience engagement, and amplifies diverse voices. Beyond journalism, he consults on digital strategy across agriculture, governance, technology, and health, while examining AI’s role in the future of media. He also serves as Communications Officer at KICTANet, advancing digital inclusion and policy dialogue.
East African importers and exporters trading with Gulf countries are bracing for sharply higher shipping costs as global carriers impose emergency surcharges and reroute vessels in response to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The disruption strikes East Africa at a moment when the region’s three leading logistics operators, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, and FedEx, have been deepening their footprint across the continent. Carriers move to Protect Crews and Cargo CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd have introduced war risk surcharges on cargo moving to and from Gulf states, citing heightened security risks. MSC has gone further, suspending all bookings to the Middle…
Canal+, fresh from its $2 billion takeover of MultiChoice, has confirmed it will discontinue Showmax, the pan‑African streaming service once hailed as a homegrown rival to Netflix. The decision follows a comprehensive review of operations and reflects Canal+’s aggressive cost‑cutting strategy. Showmax’s End After 11 Years Launched in August 2015, Showmax was MultiChoice’s answer to global streamers like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video. Despite a relaunch in February 2024 with NBCUniversal’s Peacock technology and a $309 million equity injection, the platform failed to meet growth targets. Losses mounted, trading losses worsened by 88% in the last financial year before…
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group invested €3.1 billion in Africa in 2025, backing projects aligned with national priorities and the EU Global Gateway initiative. The funding—representing a third of EIB Global’s total €9 billion international financing—aims to accelerate sustainable development, strengthen stability, and create jobs through strategic partnerships. Climate and Sustainability at the Core The EIB prioritises sustainable development in Africa through financing climate action, clean energy, quality infrastructure, digital inclusion, and private sector growth. Nearly 46% of EIB Global’s activity in 2025 focused on climate and environmental sustainability. The Bank is also focused on financial inclusion, particularly with…
Kenya’s retirees continue to face a financial squeeze. The Retirement Benefits Authority’s (RBA) 9th Pensioner Survey (2024) shows that the average income replacement rate stands at 34.3%, below the ILO’s recommended minimum of 40%. This shortfall leaves many pensioners unable to sustain their pre‑retirement lifestyle. “The greatest challenge facing retirees is whether their retirement savings are sufficient to maintain and sustain a decent standard of living,” the report concludes. Dependency Burden: Adult Children and Grandchildren Dependency remains the defining challenge of retirement in Kenya. The survey found that 83.2% of retirees support dependants, often children, grandchildren, or extended family. New…
Sanlam Kenya Plc, listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange as SLAM, formally rebranded to Sanlam Allianz Holdings Kenya PLC in October 2025. The transition followed the joint venture between Sanlam and Allianz, creating SanlamAllianz, now Africa’s largest non-banking financial services provider. Backed by more than two centuries of combined experience, the rebrand signaled a new identity and a bold repositioning of financial services in Kenya. “The rebrand signified a new phase, a new identity and an opportunity to reposition financial services in Kenya,” said Jacqueline Karasha, CEO and Principal Officer of Sanlam Allianz Life Insurance Kenya. Global Expertise, Local Solutions…