Kenya is facing a sharp rise in cyberattacks targeting government systems, financial institutions and private firms, resulting in multibillion-shilling losses. Cybercrime units report increasingly sophisticated breaches, including ransomware, phishing and attacks on critical infrastructure. Authorities warn that the escalating threats could undermine trust in Kenya’s digital economy growth. Regulators and security agencies are accelerating deployment of advanced detection tools and cybersecurity frameworks as organizations invest in stronger data-protection and incident-response capabilities.

Samsung Electronics East Africa and JKUAT launched the Samsung Innovation Campus to train students in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and big data technologies. The program, based at JKUAT’s JHUB Africa innovation hub, will train 80 learners each year and includes a faculty upskilling component. Samsung said the initiative will strengthen Kenya’s digital skills pipeline and support tech entrepreneurship. The program also requires that half of all beneficiaries be women to address gender gaps.

Kenya Power has fully digitized its new-connection application system, shifting all requests to an online platform designed to automate workflows, cut processing times and improve data transparency. The utility said the upgrade supports its wider digital-transformation programme and enhances cybersecurity by reducing fraud linked to impersonation. Business Development teams have been deployed to support user adoption. The firm processes more than 269,000 applications annually and aims to build a faster, technology-driven customer-service model.

The Activate Nairobi campaign concluded a week of arts-driven events highlighting gender equality and rising digital violence against women. Led by the Italian Embassy, IIC and AICS, the initiative featured exhibitions, dance performances, film screenings and literary readings. Young artists and refugee youth showcased work addressing abuse, online misogyny and resilience. Officials from the Ministry of Gender and UN Women urged stronger protection systems, noting the social and economic burden of gender-based violence.

The Czech Embassy in Nairobi has launched Shanga Trails, a multi-year cultural initiative celebrating historic and contemporary ties between Czech glassmaking and Kenyan beadwork. The event brought together artisans, designers, and cultural partners, showcasing collaborative fashion, craft demonstrations, and Czech–Kenyan artistic exchanges. Organised with Africa Centric Entertainment and Raj Ushanga, the programme aims to empower artisan communities, expand creative industries, and strengthen cultural diplomacy through exhibitions, product development, and public art installations.

Migori County is preparing to host the Piny Luo Cultural Festival from Dec. 14–16, with organizers expecting thousands of visitors. Local hotels and restaurants reported increased bookings and plan to showcase traditional dishes and lakeside activities. County officials said the event will promote Luo heritage while supporting tourism and small businesses. Stakeholders added that the festival offers a major opportunity for cultural exchange and local enterprise growth as Migori positions itself as a cultural destination.

Kenya faces higher import costs as a global shortage of empty containers coincides with severe congestion at the Port of Mombasa. The Kenya Ship Agents Association said slow operations, limited storage, and delays in berthing have reduced shipping efficiency and increased demurrage charges of $20,000 to $50,000 daily. Mombasa is holding up to 12,000 containers despite an 8,000-TEU capacity. The shortage threatens commodity prices and disrupts regional trade through the Northern Corridor.

Centum Investment reported a 6.1% rise in net profit to KSh 472 million for the half-year ending Sept. 2025, driven by improved real estate performance and lower liabilities. The firm generated KSh 703M in free cash flow, which supported debt repayment and reduced borrowings to KSh 605 million. Centum said its balance sheet strengthened as net asset value per share increased. The company plans to prioritize cash generation, cost control, and selective asset monetization.

Kenya Airways issued a profit warning, saying earnings will fall by at least 25% after three Dreamliners were grounded due to a global spare-parts shortage. The airline said the reduced capacity has lowered passenger numbers and disrupted operations. The warning comes one year after KQ returned to profitability following 11 years of losses. In 2024, the carrier transported 5.2 million passengers and moved more than 70,000 tonnes of cargo.