East Africa to get faster internet after Wananchi Group’s integration with Axian Telecom

Mbadi flags Sh80b monthly wage bill, warns it threatens economy

National Treasury CS John Mbadi has warned that Kenya's rising monthly wage bill, now at Sh80 billion, poses a significant threat to the economy by crowding out development projects. He emphasized the need for fiscal discipline despite pressures to increase salaries, including those for university staff.

China’s economic growth slows as trade tensions with US flare up

China's economic growth slowed to 4.8% in the third quarter of 2025, its weakest pace in a year, amid escalating trade tensions with the US. This slowdown follows China's imposition of controls on rare earth exports, prompting a swift response from US President Donald Trump.

Advans eyes East Africa in new SME growth strategy

Global microfinance group Advans is expanding into East Africa, targeting Kenya, to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with data-driven and technology-enabled lending solutions. This move aims to bridge the significant financing gap faced by millions of small businesses across Africa.

Manufacturers warn high taxes and inconsistent standards threaten Kenya’s industrial growth

Microsoft Warns of AI-Driven Cyber Threat Surge in Africa in Latest Digital Defense Report

Microsoft's 2025 Digital Defense Report reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly escalating cybercrime in Africa, making the continent a proving ground for new attack methods. Attackers are leveraging AI to craft sophisticated phishing messages and deploy autonomous malware, leading to a significant surge in cyber incidents and financial losses.