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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...

Kenya Railways announces 14-day suspension of Nairobi commuter trains
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

Notably, the suspension will not affect the weekly Safari trains to Nanyuki and Kisumu, which will run as scheduled.

Kenyans ditch bank cards in favour of cash and mobile payments - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 19, 2024

The CBK has supported this shift by granting approvals to Safaricom, Telkom Kenya, and Airtel Kenya to raise daily transaction and account limits.

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