Airtel Africa partners with Spacex’s Starlink to deliver high-speed satellite internet across Africa, enhancing connectivity for enterprises, schools, health centres, and rural communities. The collaboration explores rural cellular backhaul and infrastructure sharing to boost digital inclusion. Starlink’s rollout with Airtel Africa will start in nine countries—Nigeria, Chad, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo—focusing on areas with significant connectivity gaps. According to Statista, about 600 million Africans, roughly 50% of the continent’s population, lack internet access as of 2025. Airtel Africa’s CEO, Sunil Taldar, emphasised the partnership’s role in advancing Africa’s digital economy with reliable,…
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On Tuesday, Kenya’s Cabinet approved the Finance Bill, 2025, and announced plans to reduce the proposed Sh4.3 trillion 2025/26 budget to enhance fiscal discipline and economic stability. Chaired by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, the Cabinet endorsed measures to lower the fiscal deficit to 4.5% of GDP in 2025/26, down from 5.3% in 2023/24 and 5.1% in 2024/25, targeting 2.7% in the medium term. Ministries, in collaboration with the National Treasury, will implement austerity measures to prioritise essential services while addressing public debt pressures. Finance Bill 2025 The Bill focuses on improving tax efficiency by closing loopholes, streamlining…
The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has suspended all gambling advertisements for 30 days, effective April 29, 2025. “Pursuant to its statutory mandate under the Betting, Lotteries and Gaming Act (Chapter 131, Laws of Kenya), the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) hereby ORDERS the immediate suspension of all gambling advertisements and testimonials across all media platforms for a period of thirty (30) days with effect from the date of this statement,” the statement read. During the suspension, operators must submit all advertisements to the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) for approval under the Film and Stage Plays Act…
Kenya Airways (KQ) and Safarilink Aviation have introduced a one-way codeshare partnership, expanding their network to nine new safari destinations. This collaboration allows travellers to book international and domestic flights on a single ticket, streamlining access to Kenya’s premier safari locations. Kenya Airways’ global customers can now seamlessly connect to two daily flights serving key airstrips in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Nanyuki, and Samburu. The partnership eliminates separate bookings, enhancing convenience for tourists seeking wildlife adventures. According to KQ, this initiative supports its growth strategy by offering a competitive, integrated travel solution. “It strengthens our market position and partnerships with…
Somalia has launched a National Monitoring Committee (NMC) on the Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) to “unlock regional trade opportunities.” Somalia has also “established technical committees to fast-track the implementation of the East Africa Community’s Customs Union and Common Market protocols, as well as other ongoing bilateral trade engagements, particularly with Kenya.” 🇸🇴 Somalia officially launches its National Monitoring Committee (NMC) on Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs). The NMC will lead the identification, reporting & resolution of NTBs through regional mechanisms such as the EAC NTB App & Tripartite Online Reporting Platform pic.twitter.com/f5lGo1NeuG — East African Community (@jumuiya) April 17,…
The second season of ‘Shanga’ premieres on Wednesday on Maisha Magic Plus (DStv), resuming after a suspenseful finale with heightened stakes. The narrative once again centres on Ledama (Brahim Ouma), Soila (Foi Wambui), and Kari (Zazira Kariuki), as perilous secrets surface between the remote settings of Lemurat and the vibrant chaos of Nairobi. Shanga intertwines the lives of these three characters against a backdrop of tradition and modernity, exploring themes of romance, ambition, cultural heritage, love, and self-discovery. New threats emerge as Naibei (Sam Psenjen) initiates a significant power move, challenging established loyalties and sparking emotional conflict. The show’s producers…