Roam, a leading Kenyan electric mobility company, is making strides in sustainable transportation with funding from ENERGICA, an EU-supported initiative under Horizon 2020. The funding will enable Roam to expand its solar-powered Roam Hubs across Nairobi, creating an affordable and accessible network for electric motorcycle riders. This move represents a significant step toward clean and resilient urban mobility.
Andela and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) have unveiled a transformative partnership to train over 20,000 African tech professionals in cloud-native technologies by 2025. This initiative promises to empower underrepresented groups in tech by offering free training that leads to globally recognized certifications in Kubernetes and cloud-native development, enabling participants to compete for remote job opportunities on a global scale.
Tala, a global financial platform, has reached a major milestone by serving 10 million customers across East Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. This achievement, which coincides with the company’s tenth anniversary, highlights its significant impact on providing financial services to underserved populations. With nearly $6 billion in credit disbursed globally, Tala is empowering individuals in regions where traditional banking systems have long been out of reach due to the lack of credit scores.
Kaspersky and AFRIPOL have strengthened their partnership with the signing of a new cooperation agreement aimed at combating cybercrime in Africa. The agreement, which spans five years, focuses on enhancing the exchange of data on cyberthreats and cybercrime trends between the global cybersecurity company and the African Union’s law enforcement agency. This initiative will help improve criminal intelligence analysis and bolster the fight against cybercriminal activities across the continent.
VistaJet, a leading global business aviation company, is expanding into East and Southern Africa, following the success of its West Africa roadshow earlier this year. The company has been showcasing its exclusive private aviation services in key cities including Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Cape Town. This strategic expansion aims to provide clients in the region with direct and uninterrupted flight options to and from major business hubs, making travel more efficient for both corporate and individual clients.
Kenya and Malaysia are set to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating digital transformation in Kenya and across the African continent. This landmark agreement will be a key highlight of the Malaysia-Kenya Tech event, which kicked off today. The collaboration between the two countries signals a new phase in fostering bilateral trade and strengthening ties in the digital and technology sectors.
JADA, a data and analytics talent hub focused on staff augmentation, is working to reshape the AI talent landscape in Africa. Founded in 2024 by Massimiliano Spalazzi, former Jumia Nigeria CEO, and Olumide Soyombo, co-founder of Bluechip Technologies and Voltron Capital, JADA is on a mission to unlock Africa’s full potential in producing top-tier AI professionals. The startup has successfully raised $1 million from its founders and other investors, fueling its ambitious goals.
Kenya’s tourism sector has received a significant boost with the arrival of AirAsia X’s inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to attract tourists from Malaysia and the wider Asian market. The flight, D7 101, landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on November 15, carrying over 270 passengers. This direct connection between Southeast Asia and East Africa is expected to foster greater cultural exchange, bolster tourism, and provide vital links for business and trade between the two regions.
