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SpaceX is planning a move into consumer mobile services in the United States through its Starlink satellite business, according to a report by the Financial Times, potentially expanding the company’s communications operations beyond broadband internet and into the wireless market. The report said SpaceX has informed investors of plans involving a Starlink-branded mobile service aimed […] The post SpaceX Plans Starlink Mobile Push for U.S. Consumers appeared first on TechMoran.

Kenya has called for stronger safeguards around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as policymakers, researchers and technology experts gathered in Nairobi to discuss how emerging technologies can transform access to information while protecting cultural identity. The call was made during the Connecting Codes Conference 2026 held at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) headquarters, which brought together government officials, scholars, researchers and international partners to explore

Police in Migori County have arrested two men suspected of trafficking narcotics after they were found ferrying cannabis sativa in Suna West Sub-County. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspects, identified as Luke Okello, 35, and Steve Odero, 28, were arrested following a tip-off that led officers to launch an operation in Namba area. The officers intercepted the two along Migori Road while they were allegedly transporting the narcotics on a motorcycle. According to the

Two illegal firearms and ammunition have been voluntarily surrendered by members of the public in Angata Barrikoi, Narok County. According to the National Police Service (NPS), the firearms were handed over on Sunday as part of ongoing multi-agency security operations in the county. The NPS said the move reflects growing cooperation between security agencies and members of the public in the fight against crime and insecurity in the region. “The surrender marks another significant milestone in on

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has secured a 70-year cumulative prison sentence against two men convicted of robbery with violence, gang rape and sexual assault in a case the court described as particularly grave. In a judgment delivered at the Kibera Law Courts on Monday, Senior Principal Magistrate Irene Kahuya convicted Cleff Juma Mbaka and Mursal Kafe alias Muu Nasur after the prosecution proved the charges beyond reasonable doubt. The prosecution, led by Principal Prosecution Cou

President William Ruto on Monday commissioned the Ksh3.8 billion Ngong Road-Naivasha Road Flyover. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, the President said the 800-metre elevated dual carriageway will significantly reduce traffic congestion along one of the city’s busiest transport corridors. The infrastructure will also ease movement for thousands of motorists travelling between Ngong Road, Naivasha Road and the Central Business District. “This Ksh3.8 billion Ngong Road-Naivas

President William Ruto has signed into law the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, paving the way for the disbursement of Ksh428 billion as the equitable share of nationally raised revenue to the 47 county governments. The President assented to the legislation during a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening devolution and enhancing service delivery at the county level. The allocation represents 20.9 per cent of the most recently

Stabyl, an Africa-focused financial infrastructure startup, has raised $2.7 million in pre-seed funding to build a foreign-exchange liquidity platform aimed at banks, payment firms and institutional clients seeking faster cross-border settlement. The funding round was led by , which will also serve as Stabyl’s first commercial deployment partner through its payments unit, KongaPay, providing naira […] The post Stabyl Raises $2.7 Million to Build FX Liquidity Infrastructure for African Payments a

Canada’s World Cup journey continues after an agonising finish against South Africa in Los Angeles on Sunday. The match went down to the wire, with midfielder Stephen Eustáquio delivering a moment of brilliance in the 92nd minute to secure a 1-0 victory and a place in the Round of 16. The contest was a tightly contested affair that lacked clear-cut opportunities for much of the afternoon. South Africa controlled the tempo and kept the ball for extended periods, but they struggled to conve

The recurring fuel crises experienced across many developing countries should serve as a wake-up call for policymakers. Rising oil prices, supply disruptions, continue to expose the vulnerability of economies that rely heavily on imported fossil fuels. In Africa, where transport costs directly affect the prices of food and essential services, every fuel shock quickly becomes a cost-of-living crisis. For Kenya and the wider Global South, the solution is increasingly clear: accelerating the transi

One of South Africa’s most senior police officers has survived an attempted assassination in Johannesburg, police say. Deputy crime intelligence boss Maj-Gen Feroz Khan was shot on Sunday evening as he was driving home and has since been rushed to hospital for emergency surgery, local media say. The shooting comes just days before Khan was due to appear before a public inquiry set up to investigate criminality in South Africa’s police force. South African police spokesperson Brig Ath

Kenyan comedian and content creator Mulamwah has joined a growing list of celebrities criticising media personality Andrew Kibe after his controversial remarks about musician Stevo Simple Boy and his newborn son. The controversy began during an episode of ‘Lessons at 30’, hosted by Dr Ofweneke, where Kibe argued that people like Stevo should not have children. He said: “Hatuezi kuwa na watu kama Stevo Simple Boy wanapata watoto,” before adding that Stevo should have been subjected to

For years, Africa’s digital transformation story has largely centered on cities, where infrastructure investment, technology adoption, and innovation ecosystems have grown rapidly. Yet beyond these urban centers, millions of people across rural and peri-urban communities still remain under-connected, limiting access to education, healthcare, entrepreneurship opportunities, and economic participation. At Mawingu Group, that gap became an […] The post CEO Weekends: Inside Mawingu’s Mission to Conn

Stanbic Foundation and Microsoft are deepening their collaboration on digital workforce development through the rollout of the Microsoft Elevate AI National Skilling Initiative, an effort aimed at expanding access to practical artificial intelligence skills and strengthening digital readiness among communities and institutions. The initiative, launched in partnership with Pathways Technologies and Konza Technopolis, has already […] The post Stanbic Foundation, Microsoft Expand AI Skills Partners

For Emmanuel Uduebholo, CEO and founder of Thankeeu, workplace milestones often pass too quietly. Birthdays become rushed messages in group chats, work anniversaries become generic emails, and years of contribution can sometimes go unnoticed. That disconnect felt bigger than it appeared. To Emmanuel, it represented a deeper problem: people investing time, energy, and commitment into […] The post CEO Weekends: Emmanuel Uduebholo on Building Meaning at Scale, The Story Behind Thankeeu appeared fir

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) hold valuable data, serve as entry points into larger supply chains and often lack the cybersecurity defences of enterprise organisations. These facts alone make SMBs an attractive target for cyberattacks. Some of their top challenges includes the rise of commoditised ransomware, phishing attacks, and staff shortages. Each of these issues […] The post Finding Focus: A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity for Small and Medium Companies appeared first on Tec

CedaPay, a payments orchestration startup targeting merchants in underserved markets, has joined FasterCapital’s EquityPilot support program as the company seeks to expand integrations and strengthen operational infrastructure ahead of broader commercial activity. The Kenya- and Dubai-focused initiative will initially concentrate on product integrations, partner-led growth strategies, and compliance capabilities, according to a statement released Thursday. […] The post CedaPay Joins FasterCapita

Paystack is betting that the next evolution of digital payments in Africa may involve artificial intelligence agents completing transactions on behalf of users with the launch of Paystack Index, an early-access product designed to let consumers in Nigeria carry out routine transactions through supported AI assistants. The product, developed by Paystack with support from its […] The post Paystack Rolls Out Paystack Index, an AI Checkout Tool in Nigeria appeared first on TechMoran.

Tunisian agritech startup RoboCare has secured a six-figure investment from venture capital firm 216 Capital, adding fresh momentum to a growing wave of African startups using artificial intelligence to tackle food production and climate challenges. The funding will support the company’s expansion across Africa and the Middle East, strengthen its commercial operations, and enhance machine-learning […] The post Tunisia’s RoboCare Raises Fresh Capital to Scale AI Farming Platform Across Africa & M

Halo, a tech startup focused on products for textured hair, has raised $7 million in seed funding to commercialize HaloBraid, a device designed to help professional stylists complete braids faster and with less physical strain. The Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company said Monday that the financing round was led by venture capital firm Seven Seven Six, founded […] The post HaloBraid Raises $7 Million to Bring AI-Assisted Braiding Device to Professional Salons appeared first on TechMoran.