The Kenyan government is taking steps to regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in order to balance the technology's vast potential with the need to mitigate risks associated with its malicious use. This initiative is part of the draft Kenya National AI Strategy for 2025-2030, which aims to harness
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Harambee Stars drawn into “group of death” for CHAN 2024
Harambee Stars have found themselves in a challenging "group of death" for the delayed 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), set to take place in August 2025. The draw, held on Wednesday evening at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, placed Kenya in Group A alongside powerhouse teams Morocco
Biden warns of concentration of power in final address
In his farewell address delivered from the Oval Office, U.S. President Joe Biden reflected on his decades-long political career while issuing a warning about the growing concentration of power in America. Speaking to the nation, Biden expressed concern over the emergence of an oligarchy characterized by extreme wealth and influence,
Israel and Hamas agree on ceasefire and hostage release
Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, announced a significant ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas on Wednesday, aimed at pausing the devastating 15-month war in Gaza and facilitating the return of dozens of Israeli hostages. The agreement, negotiated over several weeks in Doha, is set to take effect
Mark Zuckerberg predicts smart glasses will replace mobile phones
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has suggested that mobile phones may soon become obsolete, making way for smart glasses as the new primary technology for daily communication and information access. With significant investments from major tech companies like Meta and Apple, the future of connectivity appears to be shifting dramatically. For nearly
Police detain impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
In a historic move, suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been detained by law enforcement officials, marking the first time a sitting president in the country has faced such action. The detention follows criminal investigations into Yoon’s declaration of martial law last December, as reported by the nation’s
Kalonzo Musyoka unleashes Lethal Dogs to protect himself from Abductors
Business Summit equips young entrepreneurs with digital marketing skills
The Global Peace Foundation Kenya Country Director, Mr. Daniel Juma, has urged entrepreneurs and business owners to harness technology and artificial intelligence to amplify their business impact. Speaking on January 11, 2025, Mr. Juma, who is also the founder of the digital platform BuyKenya.org, emphasized that the youth have a
US Congress passes Bill restricting transgender athletes
In a significant move, the Republican-led US House of Representatives has passed a bill that restricts transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's sports. The legislation, which targets transgender students, would prevent them from joining female teams at any educational institution receiving federal funding. However, its future in the
Lebanon elects President after years of deadlock
Lebanon's parliament has elected the country's army chief as president, ending a power vacuum that has lasted more than two years.Joseph Aoun's candidacy for the mainly ceremonial role - which is reserved for a Maronite Christian under a sectarian power-sharing system - was backed by several key political parties, as