Savanna Fibre is set to launch aggressive new home fiber internet packages in Kenya on May 1, 2026, potentially disrupting the current market dominated by Safaricom, Zuku, and Airtel.

• Offers 100 Mbps for KES 2,000 and 1 Gbps for KES 10,000.
• The new internet provider is a sister company to Savanna Fibre Uganda and Tanzania.
• Initial coverage is limited to affluent Nairobi neighborhoods, with expansion plans underway.

Many Kenyan users are reporting unexpected deductions from their M-PESA balances, which Safaricom states are to settle previously unbilled Fuliza loans due to a system error.

• Affected users have seen deductions ranging from KES 60 to KES 300.
• The deductions are reportedly occurring without prior notice or clear transaction breakdowns.
• Safaricom attributes the issue to a system error that led to inaccurate billing for Fuliza loans taken between February 26, 2026, and March 20, 2026.

Samsung has officially launched its latest mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, in Kenya, starting at KES 49,000.

• The Galaxy A57 5G starts at KES 60,900 for the 8GB + 128GB model, while the Galaxy A37 5G is available from KES 49,000 for the 6GB + 128GB variant.
• Both devices feature AI-powered "Awesome Intelligence" features, 120Hz displays, and are promised six years of OS upgrades and security patches.
• These new models boast significant NPU performance improvements, 5,000mAh batteries with 45W fast charging, and IP68 water and dust resistance.

Savanna Fibre has launched aggressive new pricing for its home fibre internet packages in Kenya, aiming to disrupt the market dominated by major players.

• Savanna Fibre is offering a 1 Gbps plan for KES 10,000, significantly undercutting competitors.
• The new pricing, effective May 1, 2026, positions Savanna Fibre as a direct challenger to Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku, and Faiba.
• The company is introducing four speed tiers, bundled with WiFi routers and unlimited device support, with initial coverage focused on specific Nairobi areas.

Safaricom's engineering summit, Decode 4.0, has launched in Nairobi, focusing on Kenya's embrace of Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation under the theme "Made for Kenya."

• The three-day event aims to engage over 100,000 participants, both physically and virtually.
• Key players include Safaricom, with CEO Peter Ndegwa and Executive Dilip Pal highlighting AI's future role.
• The summit emphasizes the shift from AI experimentation to real-world deployment, noting the need for robust infrastructure and skilled talent.