safari Stories

Somali culture, wildlife and hospitality draw tourists to Garissa’s Bulla Adey village
Issa Hussein  |  Jul 27, 2025

The village, previously untouched by tourism, is now beginning to attract travellers seeking authenticity and willing to brave the area’s harsh weathe...

Senators demand audit of Safaricom, Airtel over claims of data sharing with security agencies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 24, 2025

The legislators are calling for a comprehensive audit of all data access requests made to Safaricom and Airtel Kenya since 2020, including details on...

Safaricom enables direct PayPal withdrawals via M-Pesa app for Kenyan users
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 24, 2025

The move is aimed at supporting Kenya’s fast-growing community of freelancers, remote workers, and digital entrepreneurs, many of whom depend on PayPa...

Safaricom ordered to pay Sh55 million to 17 ex-employees for unfair dismissal
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 23, 2025

The judge ruled ruled that the employees, all serving as Area Sales Managers, were wrongfully terminated after being blamed for failures in a flawed e...

Safaricom’s Ndoto Zetu initiative elevates maternal health in Kamukunji's Eastleigh with bed donation
Alfred Onyango  |  Jul 22, 2025

This upgrade at the Eastleigh Health Centre—from fewer than eight outdated beds—represents a major improvement in both comfort and care for expectant...

Airtel subscriber numbers surge by three million in three months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 15, 2025

This places Airtel ahead of Safaricom in terms of growth rate, even as the latter continues to lead in total subscriber numbers.

Court upholds freeze on Safaricom's Bonga points expiry
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 14, 2025

Justice Mwita held that Bonga points once earned by customers become customers' property; thus, Safaricom ceases to have control over them.

Safaricom Ethiopia hits 10 million active users, driving digital growth after Sh281 billion investment
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 01, 2025

According to the company, its 4G network now covers more than half of the population, with 3,141 live sites in more than 150 towns and cities.

CA cracks down on landlords blocking internet providers in estates
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 24, 2025

CAK Director-General David Kemei warned that such conduct is unlawful under the Competition Act (CAP 504), which prohibits any actions that restrict o...

Safaricom, CA deny role in Ojwang’s arrest, reject claims of sharing mobile tracking data
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 11, 2025

The statements from Safaricom and the CA come against a backdrop of growing public outcry and mounting scrutiny over the use of surveillance and data...

Rally driver Assad Khan was unconscious after alleged assault by Maxine Wahome, court told
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 04, 2025

The doctor said several tests were performed before treatment began to determine the cause of Khan’s recurring loss of consciousness.

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...

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...

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