AI Hackathon Ignites Youth Innovation in Agriculture Across Africa.
Africa’s digital transformation gained fresh momentum this week as Qhala, Huawei, and Konza Technopolis hosted a high-impact, 24-hour AI hackathon during the Africa AI Literacy Week. The event placed agriculture at the center of innovation, bringing together 50 university students from across the continent to craft artificial intelligence solutions for real-world challenges. Held both in-person…
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150 Youth Graduate with Digital Skills in Kisii County through Huawei DigiTruck Program.
More than 150 young people in Kisii County have successfully completed a four-week digital skills training under the Huawei DigiTruck program, a mobile, solar-powered digital classroom initiative that continues to transform lives in underserved communities across Kenya. The program equipped participants with essential digital competencies including basic computer use, internet navigation, digital marketing, online safety,…
Huawei’s New WATCH FIT 4 & Band 10 Hit Kenya.
By Peace Muthoka. NAIROBI, Kenya – 20th June 2025 – Huawei just dropped its hottest wearables in Kenya. the sleek HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 and ultra-light Band 10. Packed with pro fitness tools and AI health tracking, these gadgets are here to revolutionize how Kenyans move, stay healthy, and even dive 40 meters underwater. Right…
Kenya’s Solar Power Now Pays Twice: ARK Turns Sunshine into Cash.
By Peace Muthoka. Nairobi, 16th June 2025 – Kenya’s sunshine isn’t just lighting homes anymore—it’s also filling wallets. Thanks to Africa Renewables Katalyst (ARK), mini-grid operators are now earning extra cash by selling their clean energy credits globally. For years, small solar power producers have struggled with high costs and low profits. Many operate in…
Huawei Kenya, Equity Group Launch ICT Academy at Konza to Boost Digital Skill.
Huawei Kenya, Equity Group Foundation, and the Open University of Kenya (OUK) have launched the Huawei ICT Academy at Konza Technopolis. The initiative aims to equip over 10,000 learners with digital skills in key sectors like health, agriculture, and fintech. Located at Kenya’s premier smart city, the academy will strengthen OUK’s role in future-ready education….
Huawei Unveils Revolutionary Hybrid Cooling Energy Storage System for East Africa.
Huawei Digital Power Eastern Africa has launched the world’s first hybrid cooling Energy Storage System (ESS) tailored for the commercial and industrial sector. The groundbreaking FusionSolar LUNA2000-215 Series ESS was unveiled at the Huawei Eastern Africa Fusion Solar Launch in Nairobi, marking a major leap toward smarter, sustainable energy solutions in the region. This innovative…
Kenyan Students Set to Represent the Country at Global Huawei ICT Competition in China.
Huawei Kenya, in partnership with the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, has officially flagged off 12 outstanding university and TVET students who will represent Kenya at the Huawei ICT Competition Global Final 2024–2025. The event, taking place in Shenzhen, China, from May 20 to…
MICDE Launches Kenya AI & Cloud Pioneer Initiative at Huawei Cloud Summit 2025.
The Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy (MICDE) launched the Kenya AI & Cloud Pioneer Initiative at the Huawei Cloud Kenya Summit 2025. The event, themed “Accelerate Intelligence, Ignite Smart Kenya,” aims to position Kenya as a regional leader in AI and cloud computing. The summit brought together more than 500 leaders from…
Safaricom’s Revenue Tops $3 Billion, Marking a Regional First as Transition to a Purpose-Led Technology Company Pays Off.
Safaricom PLC (NSE: SCOM) has announced an 11.2% growth in total revenue to KES 388.7 billion ($3 billion) for the financial year ended 31st March 2025, with net income rising by 10.8% to KES 69.8 billion. This milestone makes Safaricom the first company in the region to achieve such revenue figures, underscoring the success of…
Behind Closed Doors: The Untold Story of Kenya’s ETA System Switch.
Kenya embarked on a bold digital transformation aimed at revolutionizing the travel experience for visitors. Partnering with Swiss tech firm Travizory Border Security, the government launched the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system—a secure, efficient platform designed to streamline entry, bolster national security, and position Kenya as a tech-driven destination. The move marked a stark departure…