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Kenya’s Internet market defined by mobile dominance and OTT boom, PwC Report
Kenya’s internet landscape is overwhelmingly mobile-first, with data consumption expected to grow significantly between 2024 and 2029, according to a new report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Akua Owusu-Nartey to lead WPP Scangroup, Ogilvy Africa
Owusu-Nartey succeeds Patricia Ithau, who stepped down from the position in July 2025 after announcing plans to pursue the next chapter of her career.
[Kenya] SemaBOX Africa launches YEBO, a secure file-sharing tool for creators
SemaBOX Africa has launched YEBO, a new encrypted file-sharing platform designed to meet the needs of African creators, filmmakers, and businesses seeking secure and reliable ways to exchange digital content.
[Column] Alex Mabunda: Africa’s gaming sector can drive development
Africa’s gaming sector is expanding rapidly, drawing attention not only for its entertainment value but for its potential to drive social and economic development.
GfK wins BRC bid to modernize South Africa’s media measurement
The appointment marks a significant step for South Africa’s media and advertising sectors, with the goal of delivering consistent, actionable insights into audience behaviour across platforms.
Five Carrefour shoppers win Ksh 100k each in Blue Band brand festival promotion
Five lucky Carrefour shoppers have each won Ksh 100,000 in school fees in the recently concluded Carrefour Brand Festival Promotion, a partnership between Blue Band and Carrefour designed to reward loyal customers and promote family nutrition.
[Interview] Harry Clynch, Founder, Leopard PR
Leopard PR, founded by former journalist Harry Clynch, helps African entrepreneurs and businesses gain global recognition.
itel SUPER 26 Ultra wins top award at TechTrends AI Forum
The itel SUPER 26 Ultra has been named the No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum, recognizing its blend of premium design, cutting-edge features, and affordability.
George Mudhune on B2C and B2B market dynamics in Africa
Both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) segments present distinct opportunities that shape how businesses compete, operate, and grow across the continent
Angel Leads Program releases blueprint for corporate venture capital in Kenya
The study examines how Kenyan corporations can become significant investors and partners in scaling the country’s innovation economy.
Havas appoints Alberto Canteli as Executive Chairman Africa
Havas has named Alberto Canteli as Executive Chairman Africa. He will take on this new role in addition to his responsibilities as Chairman and CEO of Havas Nordics, Benelux, Central and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
[Interview] Marc Stubbé, Partner, Africa Business Panel
Africa Business Panel has launched the Africa AI Barometer, presenting the first results of a landmark 2025 baseline study on how businesses across the continent are experiencing artificial intelligence in their operations.
[Interview] Ronelle Bester, Founder, Red Ribbon Communications
This commitment was recently formalized when Red Ribbon signed the Clean Creatives pledge, vowing to refuse any future work with fossil fuel organizations.
Africa MICE Summit highlights events as catalyst for investment
The Africa MICE Summit 2025 has begun in Nairobi, bringing together leaders from across the meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions sector to position business events as a driver of trade and investment across the continent.
Nairobi accounts for 93% of podcast streams in Kenya, Spotify report shows
Nairobi continues to dominate podcast listening habits, accounting for over 93% of all Spotify streams in Kenya. Here's more
[Column] Jacqui Mills: PR is the new SEO in South Africa’s AI era
Artificial intelligence is now disrupting that model, reshaping how people search, evaluate, and trust information.
Sports piracy: The human cost of free content streaming
The Big Game is imminent. You were planning to watch it at your local restaurant, but you’ve left the planning too late. Now, kick-off approaches, and you don’t want to miss the match.
African Angel Academy alumni unlock $53.6M for African startups, 216 deals facilitated
Over the past five years, AAA has directly addressed this challenge by building a pan-African platform that equips new and active angel investors with the skills, tools, and networks needed to fund early-stage innovation.
The hidden cost of shrinking your marketing investment
In tough economic times, marketing is often the first budget to get scaled back. But in complex industries, it’s often the glue holding everything together, including the customer experience!
New podcast amplifies the voices of African youth re-shaping our world
Through a mix of personal storytelling and policy dialogue, the podcast tackles issues ranging from climate justice and financing for development to trust in democratic institutions and the future of education.
Kenyan public schools renovated in ‘spread the love’ campaign
Thirty public schools are getting a facelift of their facilities as Spread the Love Campaign improves the infrastructure in Kenya’s public primary schools during the August school holiday break.




