Huawei has donated Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to the new Mukuru Primary School as part of its commitment to digital inclusion in Kenya.

• The donation includes Safaricom-enabled broadband equipment, Wi-Fi access points, CCTV cameras, and a smart screen to enhance connectivity, safety, and digital learning for over 500 learners.
• Key organization involved: Huawei, with a pledge to connect 170 million people globally by 2030.
• Notable detail: This initiative supports the Mukuru Affordable Housing Project, aiming to integrate digital infrastructure as a basic utility, aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Safaricom is actively seeking user feedback on its new My OneApp following a problematic launch marked by widespread user complaints.

• Users have reported login failures, broken mini apps, lag, and missing features since the app's unification of M-PESA and MySafaricom.
• Safaricom is now sending out SMS messages with a link to a feedback form to gather direct input from customers.
• The app's transition has been described as "messy," with early issues significantly impacting core services, particularly financial transactions.

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has launched DTB Wearables, a new contactless payment solution in partnership with Mastercard and Tappy Pay. This innovative offering allows customers to make payments using NFC-enabled wristbands and rings.

• DTB is the first Tier One bank in Kenya to roll out wearable-based contactless payments.
• Key figures involved include Murali Natarajan, Managing Director & CEO of Diamond Trust Bank, Kenya, and Shehryar Ali, Senior Vice President and Country Manager for East Africa at Mastercard.
• The wearables, available in wristbands and rings, are powered by Near Field Communication (NFC) and are compatible with contactless-enabled terminals globally.