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Fintech for all: Accessibility and inclusion

This article highlights the crucial role fintech platforms play in promoting financial inclusivity, particularly for persons with disabilities. By examining various solutions—from AI-driven accessibility features to P2P lending—it showcases how fintech is transforming finance, empowering individuals, and creating a more accessible and inclusive financial landscape.

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FinTech Revolution

Traditional meets Digital: The Role of Fintech in Preserving Kenya’s Financial Traditions.

This article delves into the symbiotic relationship between fintech platforms and Kenya’s financial traditions. From Chamas to loans and payments, fintech innovations seamlessly integrate with and respect established practices. Discover how platforms like M-pesa, Thunes, and Flutterwave digitize financial processes without compromising the essence of Kenya’s financial beliefs, offering a bright future while preserving tradition.

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Fintech News & Updates

Space Intelligence to Map Kenya and Tanzania for Carbon Markets

Space Intelligence, in partnership with Verra, is set to map Kenya and Tanzania for Verified Carbon Standard projects, revolutionizing the approach to baseline deforestation estimates. This innovative initiative utilizes AI technology and the consolidated REDD methodology to create precise maps of forest change. By centralizing the baseline creation process, Verra aims to bolster the integrity and transparency of carbon markets, redirecting climate finance to at-risk forests.

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Fintech News & Updates

Why are Kenya’s financial institutions reluctant to embrace Cloud Computing?

Uncover the evolution of cloud computing from its early concepts to its current forms, emphasizing its benefits for financial institutions. Despite the advantages, challenges such as security, compliance, and data sovereignty persist. The article delves into the unique landscape of cloud computing in Kenya and South Africa, spotlighting key players and identifying factors influencing adoption. Discover the strategies cloud service providers can employ to encourage increased adoption in the evolving African tech landscape.

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Banking News

State agencies must embrace Sharia-compliant loans

Kenya’s diverse landscape encompasses a vibrant Muslim community, constituting a significant portion of the population. This article advocates for the introduction of Sharia-compliant Islamic finance loan facilities within government lending agencies to cater to the unique financial needs of this community. Embracing diversity and ethical financial principles, Kenya can set a progressive example for inclusive financial empowerment.

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Banking News

Rising Interest Rates Reignite Calls for Interest Rate Controls

Baringo North MP Joseph Makilap’s Bill seeks to reintroduce interest rate controls amid soaring rates. The proposal advocates for multiple rate corridors based on risk profiles to avoid the pitfalls of past attempts. Find out how this regulatory tool aims to foster economic stability.

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FinTech Revolution

What is Blockchain?

Unhackable, transparent, and distributed – blockchain is not just for cryptocurrency anymore. Discover how this game-changing technology is building trust and efficiency across healthcare, supply chains, voting systems, and more.

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FinTech Revolution

The future of agriculture in Kenya

Ditch the guesswork, ditch the “Rejected” stamp! Agritech and fintech are changing the game for African farmers. Learn how they’re tackling limited access to finance, insurance, and digital services with mobile platforms, big data, and even blockchain.

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