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Philip Mwaniki

Philip Mwaniki

64 Articles
Akili AI: Kenyan AI company seeks to disrupt, transform Kenyan banking sector
September 09, 2025 09:20 (EAT) • 6 months ago

Akili AI: Kenyan AI company seeks to disrupt, transform Kenyan banking sector

Simon Bransfield-Garth, the CEO of Akili AI, a company driving the adoption of artificial intelligence in the African banking and finance sector, says that even the CEOs of Kenyan banks agree that AI will transform the sector.

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Kenya plays lead role in landmark UN deal on AI governance
August 28, 2025 09:35 (EAT) • 7 months ago

Kenya plays lead role in landmark UN deal on AI governance

Representing the Group of 77 and China, Kenya played a pivotal role in negotiating the creation of the Independent Scientific Panel on AI and a Global Dialogue on AI Governance, both designed to guide international efforts on the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence....

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Artificial Intelligence readiness: Kenya ranked 8th in Africa as AI set to create jobs, boost continent's economy
August 14, 2025 02:30 (EAT) • 7 months ago

Artificial Intelligence readiness: Kenya ranked 8th in Africa as AI set to create jobs, boost continent's economy

The ranking is based on a country's ability to adopt and benefit from AI and considers factors such as national AI strategies, the maturity of the tech sector, and the availability of digital infrastructure.

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Nothing beats a Jet2 Holiday? Try being in the stadium when Kenya beat Morocco...
August 11, 2025 01:17 (EAT) • 7 months ago

Nothing beats a Jet2 Holiday? Try being in the stadium when Kenya beat Morocco...

When Ryan Ogam pulled the trigger with his left leg and sent that ball into the back of the net, you just had to be there, you had to be at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.It was a moment in lore. Kenya’s lore. CHAN lore. Soccer lore. It was the kind of moment that minstrels from days...

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NBA Africa to build 100 basketball courts in Kenya as it seeks to grow the game
October 08, 2024 04:46 (EAT) • 1 year ago

NBA Africa to build 100 basketball courts in Kenya as it seeks to grow the game

NBA Africa will partner with Opportunity International, a global nonprofit organization to build the courts as well as hold a development program for coaches and teachers in Nairobi, Kenya and Kigali, Rwanda.

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Finance Bill protests: America, United Kingdom condemn abductions, killing of protesters
June 25, 2024 07:01 (EAT) • 1 year ago

Finance Bill protests: America, United Kingdom condemn abductions, killing of protesters

In a joint statement, Ambassadors & High Commissioners from 13 countries expressed concern over the violence witnessed across the country and the resultant deaths.

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'Go ahead, demonstrate but...' Govt allows tomorrow's planned nation-wide anti-Finance Bill protests
June 24, 2024 05:57 (EAT) • 1 year ago

'Go ahead, demonstrate but...' Govt allows tomorrow's planned nation-wide anti-Finance Bill protests

Those who wish to exercise their constitutional right can do so today, tomorrow, and every day because it is their right to do so. But must adhere to the rule of law.

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Keyboard warriors are the new ‘ground’: Why #HashtagActivism can no longer be ignored
June 18, 2024 03:02 (EAT) • 1 year ago

Keyboard warriors are the new ‘ground’: Why #HashtagActivism can no longer be ignored

Ever since Peter Kenneth was assured of winning the presidency because he was a big deal on Facebook, the term keyboard warriors is largely a slur to show that once influence ends when they log off.

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Jokes galore, a bottle of White Cap... Inside comedy legend Dave Chappelle's Kenya show
May 31, 2024 10:38 (EAT) • 1 year ago

Jokes galore, a bottle of White Cap... Inside comedy legend Dave Chappelle's Kenya show

Dave Chappelle was happy to be in Kenya and on stage, he was in high spirits and the jokes were rolling out seamlessly.He did not have a rehearsed set and he seemed like he was testing out some of his jokes for his next mega show that will probably end up on Netflix.

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Military parade, 19-gun salute: KDF to honour General Francis Ogolla in Nairobi on Saturday
April 19, 2024 03:52 (EAT) • 1 year ago

Military parade, 19-gun salute: KDF to honour General Francis Ogolla in Nairobi on Saturday

According to a statement from Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, the Military Honours ceremony will be held at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang'ata from 1 pm.

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