East Africa’s digital health shift puts AI and hospital tech on procurement agenda at WHX in Nairobi
East Africa’s healthcare sector is moving from digital health pilots to everyday implementation, with providers adopting AI-supported diagnostics, telemedicine, hospital management systems and connected devices to improve access, efficiency and…
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Kenya’s New University Funding Bill Proposes Merger of HELB, KUCCPS Into Single Authority
The Kenyan government has proposed sweeping reforms to the country’s higher education system through the Tertiary Education Placement and Funding Bill, legislation that would merge the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), the Kenya Universities and…
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TECNO expands Ella AI with education tools aimed at African learners
TECNO is expanding the role of its Ella artificial intelligence assistant beyond productivity, positioning the platform as a digital learning companion designed to help students, parents and educators across Africa access education support directly from…
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Liberty Kenya upgrades LifeVest with built-in critical illness, disability cover
Nairobi, Kenya – Liberty Kenya has enhanced its investment-linked life insurance plan, LifeVest, by introducing built-in Critical Illness and Permanent Total Disability benefits at no additional premium, in a move aimed at strengthening financial…
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TECNO positions Ella AI as a digital health tool for Kenyan users
The rise of artificial intelligence is extending beyond productivity tools, with TECNO positioning its built-in Ella AI assistant as a digital health companion designed to improve access to basic health support for smartphone users in Kenya and across…
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TECNO launches POVA Curve 2 5G in Kenya with 8,000mAh battery and slim 7.42mm design
Nairobi,Kenya – TECNO has unveiled the POVA Curve 2 5G in Kenya, introducing what it describes as the world’s slimmest smartphone to feature an 8,000mAh battery, as the company targets young professionals, entrepreneurs, content creators and…
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EACC, ODPP strengthen partnership to boost corruption and money laundering prosecutions
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) have renewed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in the investigation and prosecution of corruption and money laundering cases. The…
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Amnesty International Kenya Appoints George Morara as its Executive Director
NAIROBI, Kenya – Amnesty International Kenya has announced appointment of George Morara as new Executive effective June 2, 2026, following an open competitive process announced in February. George Morara brings a distinguished record of three…
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IEBC Condemns Remarks on Alleged 2027 Election Manipulation
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has condemned recent statements made by pro-government leaders that suggest possible interference in the 2027 General Election. In a press statement issued on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the…
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Tessie Musalia Flags Off Wema Centre Wemathon in Support of Vulnerable Children
Tessie Musalia Mudavadi, spouse to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and patron of Ushiriki Wema Foundation, together with Lucy Yinda, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 flagged off cyclists during this year’s Wemathon Fun Day organised by Wema Centre in…
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