Rwanda's digital government platform is transforming how citizens access public services, but its effectiveness depends on enhancing citizens' digital skills and improving bureaucratic processes, according to The Chanzo.

ESET Research has published its latest Threat Report, highlighting key cyber risks for Kenya, including deepfake scams and AI co-generated malware. The report summarizes threat trends observed in ESET telemetry and analyzed by the organization.

EdenCare, a digital health insurer based in Rwanda, has secured €250,000 from Proparco, a French development finance institution. This funding is intended to enhance access to affordable, technology-driven healthcare coverage in East Africa, particularly in Rwanda and Kenya, where there are significant gaps in insurance coverage. The investment will facilitate EdenCare's expansion into these markets.

Kenya's insurance industry is increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency, minimize losses, and broaden coverage in a market with low uptake. This trend was highlighted at the InsurTech Forum Nairobi 2026, where industry executives and technology leaders discussed the future of transformation in the sector.

Parliament has approved the establishment of a National Cybersecurity Agency in Kenya, aimed at coordinating the country's response to digital threats. This decision comes as Kenya's digital economy grows and raises questions about how to protect infrastructure that increasingly relies on software and networks. Currently, Kenya has several existing cyber institutions addressing these challenges.

East Africa's largest artificial intelligence summit commenced in Nairobi, bringing together over 400 senior policymakers, technology executives, and international institutions. The event aims to unify fragmented digital initiatives into a cohesive strategy for AI governance and infrastructure development. The Inclusive AI Everything Summit is part of the three-day AI Everything Kenya × GITEX Kenya event held at the Sarit Expo Centre.