Safaricom, iXAfrica launch Kenya’s first AI-ready Data Centre
Safaricom has partnered with iXAfrica to launch Kenya’s first AI-ready data centre, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation. The facility will provide advanced data storage and computing solutions for businesses and government institutions, helping them scale cost-effectively while keeping data secure and local. Speaking during the announcement, Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa said […]
Mombasa business community urges gov’t to review ‘punitive’ tax policies
The business community in Mombasa County is calling on the national government to review what it terms as punitive tax laws that are stifling economic activity. Salim Karama of the Fast Action Business Community said the harsh tax regime has led to the closure of many businesses in the region. “We have no business left […]
Young people urged to join SACCOs early for a secure financial future
Young people have been encouraged to join SACCOs early to secure their financial future through a culture of saving and responsible borrowing. Harambee SACCO’s Chief Operating Officer, Renson Mwaliko Mwandoe, emphasized the importance of early membership, noting that many young people are hesitant to join. “Looking at the demographics, we see that young people are […]
Suspect in the murder of Kasipul MP says he was paid sh50,000 to trail the MP
Detectives have apprehended Amos Barasa Kasili at Kibera Darajani area, linking him to the tragic shooting of the late Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Ong’ondo Were, which occurred on April 30th, 2025. “This arrest follows a thorough investigation that forensically connected Barasa to the main suspects and placed him at the crime scene on that […]
Kwale FKF Chair Mwakoja eyes FKF top seat in 2028
Kwale Football Kenya Federation Chairman Khamis Mwakoja has expressed his ambitions to vie for either the FKF presidency or a National Executive Committee (NEC) position in the upcoming elections. Mwakoja, who is serving as FKF boss in Kwale County for the second term, said that it’s time for the Coast region to be recognized and […]
Mombasa County extends penalty waiver on sh8.5 billion land rate arrears
The County Government of Mombasa has extended its interest and penalty waiver on sh8.5 billion in outstanding land rate arrears owed to the county. Speaking to the media on Tuesday at the Mombasa Water and Sewerage Company (MOWASCO) offices, Governor Abdullswamad Sheriff Nassir announced that the waiver, which was set to expire, has been extended […]