Nixon Kanali

Africa, Kenya

EA Tech Editor at Africa Business Communities

Tracking & Reporting on #Tech, #Business & #Startups in #Africa @TechTrendsKE. EA Tech Editor @africabizz .#Reviews #Podcasts #DigitalMedia #DigitalPR

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Articles

Infrastructure Sharing Could Boost Africa’s Connectivity, Safaricom

1 week ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

According to the latest data from GSMA, Sub-Saharan Africa remains the least connected region globally. While mobile internet access is expanding, a significant usage gap persists. In 2024, GSMA notes that 27% of the population in the region was using mobile internet services, leaving a 13% coverage gap and a 60% usage gap.
[Column] Caroline Mbugua: Driving digital inclusion across Africa requires political wil

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

An African proverb says, "He who does not seize opportunity today will be unable to seize tomorrow’s opportunity." This means the time to act and close the digital divide is now. Universal Service Funds have the potential to drive digital inclusion in Africa, but this will not be achieved without the necessary reforms to improve their effectiveness. Political goodwill is essential to facilitate these reforms, ensuring we can unlock this potential.
Safaricom to Invests over $500m in AI infrastructure across East Africa

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Safaricom is making a bold move into artificial intelligence (AI), with Chief Enterprise Business Officer (CEBO) Cynthia Kropac announcing that the telco is making an approximately $500 million investment in AI infrastructure across East Africa over the next three years.
Kenya ramps up digital infrastructure to boost regional trade

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Digital trade is rapidly emerging as a strong pillar for Africa’s economic transformation, with Kenya positioning itself as a key player. Speaking at the Connected Africa Summit 2025, Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the ICT Authority, outlined Kenya's bold plans to enhance cross-border data flows, expand broadband infrastructure, and unlock new opportunities through digital trade. “Digital trade is here to stay,” Kamanguya noted.
Three-quarters of banks are exploring GenAI deployment, Temenos survey

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Three-quarters (75%) of banks are exploring Gen AI deployment with 36% having already deployed or in the process of deploying it, while another 39% are considering opportunities for deployment. This is according to a new report released by Temenos, a banking technology provider.
[South Africa] Check Point to acquire cybersecurity firm Veriti

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Check Point Software Technologies has revealed plans to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, the first fully automated, multi-vendor pre-emptive threat exposure and mitigation platform. The company says the acquisition is in response to increased AI-fueled attacks and hyperconnected IT environments that have made threat exposure one of the most urgent cybersecurity challenges facing enterprises.
Infobip partners with Oracle to launch Omnichannel Messaging Integration

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Global cloud communications platform Infobip has partnered with Oracle to bring conversational experiences to businesses and brands globally. The new integration enables Infobip and Oracle customers and partners to access Infobip's omnichannel services through Oracle Integration. Customers increasingly expect omnichannel communications, but integrating and managing new channels can be time-consuming, requiring complex development, deployment, and organisational processes.
IT distributor Mindware expands into East Africa, opens Nairobi office

1 week ago | africabusinesscommunities.com | Nixon Kanali

Mindware, a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, has launched its East Africa operations with a new office in Nairobi, Kenya. The Nairobi office, now fully operational, will serve as the company’s strategic hub for East Africa, covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. "This launch is not just about opening doors, it’s about opening possibilities," said Spiros Rafailovits, Territory Manager, East Africa at Mindware.
Safaricom pledges $500m to develop AI infrastructure in East Africa

1 week ago | itweb.africa | Nixon Kanali

Safaricom is taking a huge step into artificial intelligence (AI), with chief enterprise business officer, Cynthia Kropac, announcing yesterday that the telco will invest $500 million in AI infrastructure across East Africa over the next three years.
Leaders to Push for Unified ICT Policies, Digital Inclusion

1 week ago | techtrendske.co.ke | Nixon Kanali

The Connected Africa Summit 2025 will put a strong emphasis on policy dialogue and strategic frameworks aimed at advancing Africa’s digital transformation. This is according to Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the ICT Authority of Kenya. Speaking during a media briefing on day one of the event on Monday, Kamanguya said the summit is designed to yield actionable policy outcomes, including recommendations on alternative financing models to fast-track digital infrastructure development.