Kenya and Ethiopia have agreed to support closer cooperation between their national telecommunications companies, placing the telecom sector at the centre of efforts to deepen economic integration and accelerate digital growth in the region.
Starting in January 2026, buying shares on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) will work the same way you pay for electricity or send money to a friend – straight from your M-Pesa wallet.
Connecting the Unconnected In a bold effort to bridge Kenya’s digital divide, Chinese tech giant Huawei, in partnership with local telco Safaricom, unveiled a landmark program to deliver low‑cost internet to residents enrolled in Kenya’s Affordable Housing Program.
Airtel Africa Announces Partnership With Starlink’s Direct To Cell Service in 2026
Safaricom on Tuesday marked a significant milestone with the successful listing of the first tranche of its Domestic Medium-Term Note (DMTN) at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), underscoring strong investor confidence in the company’s long-term strategy and sustainability agenda.
Halal is no longer confined to the margins of religious observance, it’s a global standard for purity, ethics, and conscious consumption. As halal markets worldwide stretch toward the USD 7 trillion mark, Africa finds itself at the cusp of a transformative economic era.
When Beyoncé stepped out in a flowing printed suit by the Senegalese label Tongoro, the world noticed. The ensemble was bold, unapologetically African, and a declaration of creative excellence.
From tech to agribusiness, Kenya’s entrepreneurs are drawing global investors and redefining African excellence.
The word “halal” is probably the most common concept associated with Muslims. It is the “social face” of their religious beliefs and practices, which have enriched Australian multiculturalism.
Anok Yai has once again made fashion history. The Sudanese-American supermodel was crowned Model of the Year at the 2025 Fashion Awards, cementing her place as one of the most powerful and influential figures of her generation.
Kenya Airways (KQ) has appointed Captain George Kamal as its Acting Group Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the exit of Allan Kilavuka at the end of his tenure.
A Landmark Visit The Indian Prime Minister’s recent visit to Ethiopia marked a pivotal moment in India’s engagement with Africa. Following extensive discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, the two countries agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship to a Strategic Partnership, signaling a deeper and more structured collaboration across development, technology, and people-to-people ties.
The East Africa Halal Expo & Forum, organized by the Future Growth Forum in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, has received strong endorsement from Arab and Muslim embassies, reinforcing East Africa’s emergence as a high-potential destination within the rapidly expanding global halal economy.
By ORO Africa Magazine Staff Based on reporting from The Citizen (Tanzania) Tanzania is stepping up efforts to position maritime and inland water transport as a key driver of economic growth, unveiling plans to revive idle vessels and construct two large cargo ships under its expanding blue economy strategy.
