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Three suspects detained in Sh10.4 million Safaricom Sacco fraud case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 30, 2025

Kaburu was arrested in May 2025 at a mall parking lot in Nairobi, while Ombogo and Mugambi were arrested in a lodge at the Namanga border.

Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa appointed chairman of Ethiopian division amid strong growth
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 30, 2025

The telco's customer base has also grown to 8.8 million, including 7.1 million active data users, according to the company.

Millions affected as poor mobile phone network quality persists in over 30 counties, CA report reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

Section 23 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, requires the CA to ensure that licensed telecom operators and service providers deli...

Telkom on regulator’s red list after failing quality test, Airtel improves service score
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

This comes as Airtel Kenya, which was previously flagged alongside Telkom, improved its score from 79 per cent in the previous year to 83.3 per cent,...

Boost for small businesses as Safaricom revamps ‘Fuliza’ and ‘Pochi’ with credit offer
Alfred Onyango  |  May 21, 2025

Safaricom announced it has enhanced the products to integrate a credit facility under a new offering dubbed Taasi.

Lobby group sues Safaricom, Airtel over unauthorised deductions and subscriptions
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 20, 2025

The lobby group, through student leader Anthony Manyara and John Mwangi, has also sought court orders compelling the Communications Authority of Kenya...

Safari Rally legend Mike Doughty dies at 88
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 20, 2025

Doughty passed away at the Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi on Monday, bringing an end to a decorated career in rallying that spanned over a decade.

Safaricom’s role in SHA limited to tech support - CEO Peter Ndegwa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 14, 2025

According to Ndegwa, the project is designed to run over 10 years, with payment only coming after the completion of their assigned tasks.

800,000 more Kenyans turn to Fuliza in 2024 as economic pressure bites
Alfred Onyango  |  May 09, 2025

Data from the country’s largest telecommunications provider shows that the number of active users rose to 7.9 million—an increase of 12 per cent from...

Record crowd turns up for 2025 WRC Safari Rally as focus shifts to 2026 edition
Erick Kariuki  |  May 03, 2025

The 2025 WRC Safari Rally recorded its highest attendance since Kenya’s return to the world stage, drawing over 400,000 fans. Attention now shifts to...

Bien and Suldaan wow fans with 'Safari', a powerful blend of Swahili and Somali sounds
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 26, 2025

As the song continues to dominate streaming platforms, “Safari” is more than just a hit; it is a movement, symbolising the power of African unity and...

Over 10 million Ethiopians face hunger as WFP warns of aid cuts amid funding crisis
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 22, 2025

WFP has warned that its life-saving operations are severely hampered by significant funding shortfalls, with 3.6 million of the most vulnerable indivi...

Forgot your Safaricom number? Here is a simple way to get it
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 09, 2025

The quickest way to check your Safaricom number is by using a USSD code.

Kenyans spent over 27 billion minutes on phone calls in three months - CA report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 03, 2025

Airtel Kenya subscribers accounted for the highest call durations, speaking nearly twice as long as Safaricom users.

Katiba Institute defends journalist against Safaricom's lawsuit
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The research and litigation institution said it is concerned that the journalist faces the risk of being ordered to pay heavy costs that follow the la...

Elfyn Evans claims victory at the 2025 WRC Safari Rally
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2025

Two-time WRC champion Kalle Rovanpera was forced to retire on Sunday morning due to an electrical issue with his Toyota, putting a dent in his champio...

Elfyn Evans extends lead as Safari Rally heads into final day
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 22, 2025

Elfyn Evans took a commanding lead in the 2025 Safari Rally after a dominant performance in Saturday’s stages in Naivasha. The Toyota Gazoo Racing dri...

CS Mvurya confirms push to renew WRC Safari Rally past 2026 is underway
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 22, 2025

The country's initial five-year agreement with the WRC Promoter concludes this year, but an extension was secured for an additional year until 2026.

State cuts costs for 2025 WRC Safari Rally, aims for full private sector funding
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 20, 2025

The government has brought the costs down from Sh2.1 billion in 2023 to Sh980 million this year.

Police caution road users, spectators to observe safety during WRC Safari Rally
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 19, 2025

Bus and lorry drivers have been directed to refrain from obstructing traffic along the Naivasha-Nakuru Road to ensure smooth movement and avoid conges...

Rovanpera sets the pace in Safari Rally Kenya shakedown
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 19, 2025

Rovanpera’s initial run through the rough and rocky 5.16km warm-up stage saw his Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 lead the pack, clocking 1.6 seconds ahead of T...

Panic and destruction as powerful earthquake hits Ethiopia’s Afar region
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 17, 2025

This geological setting makes the region prone to occasional seismic activity, though large, destructive earthquakes remain relatively rare.

Neuville lands in Kenya, targets Safari Rally glory in 2025 WRC defence
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 17, 2025

Reigning World Rally Champion Thierry Neuville has arrived in Kenya ahead of the third round of the 2025 WRC season, the iconic Safari Rally Kenya. Wi...

Motorists advised to plan ahead as City Hall Way closes for WRC event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 15, 2025

The affected section stretches from City Hall Way Roundabout to Parliament Roundabout.

Cabinet approves hosting of 2025 WRC Safari Rally in Kenya
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 11, 2025

The event is expected to attract both local and international spectators, providing a significant boost to tourism and the economy.

Airtime and data purchases push Safaricom Ethiopia's M-Pesa users to 10.8m
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

Safaricom Ethiopia, which commenced commercial operations in October 2022, has seen substantial investment from its shareholders.

Naivasha to host 2025 WRC Safari Rally with new features and global stars
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 29, 2025

Kenya is gearing up to host the 2025 WRC Safari Rally from March 20-23, with the government reaffirming its commitment to delivering a world-class eve...

Kabogo slams unfair data pricing, pledges policy changes to protect Kenyans
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 14, 2025

He expressed his frustration with the practice, stating that he had voiced his concerns on social media, even suggesting at the time that he would sto...

Kabogo vows to strengthen data protection laws amid concerns over privacy breaches
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 14, 2025

If appointed, he promised to lead efforts to protect citizens' data from misuse and ensure that Kenya remains compliant with international data protec...

Human rights groups slam telcos over alleged data sharing with security agencies
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 02, 2025

The human rights lobby has accused Safaricom and other telcos of giving out contacts and locations of persons who are a target of harassment, abductio...

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