itel has launched the CITY 100 smartphone in Kenya, introducing advanced AI capabilities to the budget market at a price of KES 11,200.

• First device in the new CITY Series, aimed at budget-conscious consumers.
• Features include a 6.75-inch display with a **90Hz refresh rate** and **700 nits peak brightness**.
• Integrates DeepSeek R1 AI technology, offering unique features like AI image enhancement and real-time translation.

The Africa AI Week 2025 initiative kicked off on June 21, aiming to empower 700 educators in Kenya, Zambia, Togo, and Senegal with AI skills under the theme "AI in My Language, My Classroom, My Future".

• 700 educators across multiple African countries are being trained through this program.
• Led by Qhala, with Dr. Shikoh Gitau as CEO emphasizing AI education's critical role.
• Addressing a digital skills gap affecting over 70% of Kenyan youth missing necessary competencies for the tech-driven economy.