Kenya Engineer

Safaricom and Mastercard have signed a partnership to accelerate the adoption of payment acceptance and cross-border remittance services in Kenya. This collaboration is set to benefit over 636,000 merchants using M-PESA, Safaricom’s leading mobile money service. Kenya’s payment acceptance market continues to grow, with mobile wallet payments driven by M-PESA showing a 12.7% CAGR between 2020 and 2024. Leveraging M-PESA’s...

The Institution of Engineers of Kenya, IEK, is set to host the 31st IEK International Convention at the Prideinn paradise Beach Resort in Mombasa, Kenya starting from the 29th of October to 1st november of 2024. The convention will feature exhibitors and delegates from all over the world with 25PDUs approved for attending delegates. This year's theme is "Industrialization for Economic...

Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) is not new, however the recent boom in AI tools available to anyone such as image-generation tools and AI-driven applications, while offering new opportunities, can also place small business owners in new and unfamiliar territory. GoDaddy shares some ways in which generative AI can help small business owners and entrepreneurs enhance creativity, streamline operations and support...

FSD Africa’s Early-Stage Finance Pillar is investing US$150,000 in Holocene Ventures Fund (HVF), a climate tech start-up venture capital provider that seeks to raise an initial US$2 million to invest in 12 high impact climate businesses. HVF I will provide the track record and pipeline to raise a $30M pre-seed to series A climate tech fund in 2025. The...

In its eighth annual Goalkeepers report released today, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation urged world leaders to increase global health spending where it is needed most in order to boost children’s health and nutrition, especially in the face of the global climate crisis. The Goalkeepers report, “A Race to Nourish a Warming World,” projects that without immediate global action,...

Leading the dialogue on Africa's energy sector opportunities, Amena Bakr, Senior Research Analyst at Energy Intelligence, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference – the official meeting place for Africa's energy sector. As a global information provider, Energy Intelligence provides research, data and analysis covering the...

The Kenya Urban Roads Authority, KURA, has announced the commencement of works to construct the Ngong Road - Naivasha road flyover. In a 16th September 2024 press release, KURA says this flyover will enhance efficiency of Ngong Road through grade separation. The project completion time is set for July 2027 and will cost an estimated Ksh 3.58 Billion. The project...

In today’s tech-savvy world, electronic devices play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency, comfort, and entertainment of a modern household. The rapid advancement in technology has provided a wide array of devices that cater to everyday needs, offering convenience, security, connectivity, and enjoyment. Whether it’s for home automation, entertainment, or personal use, these must-have electronic devices are becoming...

Kenya, a country renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is undergoing a transformation in its tourism sector, driven by advancements in engineering and technology. As the world becomes increasingly eco-conscious and technologically advanced, Kenya is at the forefront of integrating these innovations to offer sustainable and immersive travel experiences. 1. Electric Safari Vehicles: A Quiet Revolution One of...

Africa’s population is estimated at 1,373,486,472. Generation Z is currently the largest generation in Africa with 428,514,686 inhabitants making up 31.20%. Kenya's population is estimated at 54,985,702. Generation Z is the most populous with 18,378,493 inhabitants representing 33.42%. Millennials are 12,123,453 representing 22.05%. Both generations make up 55.47%. At KEPSA, we recognise that the emergence of Generation Z in...