Kenya stands out as a major geothermal electricity producer, accounting for approximately 43 per cent of total geothermal electricity generation in the selected countries.

This cutting-edge approach is designed to provide vital data for conservation efforts, ensuring better management of the marine reserve and improved sustainability of the biodiversity it hosts.

According to a new report by South Korean publication Sisa Journal, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to measure just 6.25mm in thickness.

Competition has intensified among service providers seeking to capture Kenya’s rapidly expanding internet market.

The Unified Licensing Framework, last updated in 2014, has served as the foundation for regulating telecommunications, e-commerce, cyber security, broadcasting, and postal services in Kenya.

The National KE-CIRT/CC detected over 650 million cyber threat events over the period July - September 2024.

IG Kanja said embracing technology would enhance professionalism and transform police stations into centres of excellence.

It notes that soft skills, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, creativity and problem-solving, will become increasingly vital in navigating this transformation.

The report also noted the widespread issue of insufficient cybersecurity awareness among the public, which makes citizens vulnerable to risks such as attacks on mobile devices and banking fraud.

The hub aims to harness technology to combat climate change, create jobs, and promote sustainable development across Africa.

Ruto outlined how AI could transform platforms like e-Citizen by providing instant solutions, reducing wait times, and minimising opportunities for fraud.

The digitisation initiative is part of the government's broader strategy to enhance transparency and curb corruption.

As of last week, the office had successfully addressed 5,822 out of 6,592 complaints related to potential data breaches.

The app, which is compatible with all mobile wallets and banks in Kenya, already has at least 5,000 users and facilitated more than 21,000 successful transactions.

Suspected digital fraud attempts coming from the retail sector were the highest among the industries analysed.

Starlink, which entered the Kenyan market in July 2023, offers internet at a significantly lower cost compared to traditional broadband providers, disrupting the telecom sector.

Cyber Security Director Yunis Omar emphasised the government’s commitment to nationwide digital transformation despite the escalating cybersecurity threats.

KRA has announced that each mobile device intended for use in the country must be listed, along with its IMEI number, on the F88 passenger declaration form.

The report notes that internet users in Kenya spend an average of 3 hours and 43 minutes each day on social platforms.

With advancements in biotechnology, we’re also able to modify and edit genes to fortify plants or enable them to resist pests.

He pointed out that disinformation actors can be external, internal, or a combination of both.

Despite efforts to counter external threats, insider threats and online fraud have emerged as the leading dangers.

By 2015, Kenya had already developed a 15-year strategic plan for Kenya's nuclear power programme.

CA says the increased digitisation is proportionately increasing the incidence of cyber attacks in the country.

Managed by Italian space agency ASI, the Luigi Broglio space centre is 30 kilometres (19 miles) north of Malindi and started its operations in the 1960s.

SpaceX is targeting Sunday for the launch and said a 30-minute launch window opens at 7:00 a.m. CT (1200 GMT)

The National Assembly Committee on Public Petitions dismissed the petition arguing that such an action would infringe on the rights to freedom of expression and freedom of media.

The report, however, notes that although people are aware they are interacting with AI, they still want to retain the sense of speaking with a human.

As AI technology evolves, the playbook will remain a living document, continuously updated with new practices and lessons learned

During that first summit, around 60 nations, including China, endorsed a more modest "call to action" without any legal commitments.