M-KOPA has financed more than 10,000 electric motorcycles in Kenya, securing a sizeable position in the country's electric mobility market and extending financing to electric tuk-tuks, according to TechTrends KE. The outlet reports the milestone matters because M-KOPA's model ties the purchase of a commercial vehicle to the daily cash flow of the person using it, reshaping the economics of boda boda transport.

According to TechTrends KE, Kenya’s e-commerce market is projected to expand from about Sh336.7 billion today to roughly Sh496 billion by 2029, from an estimated base of $2.6 billion. The report describes the market as already among Africa’s largest, supported by internet access, mobile payments and growing online adoption, while cautioning that realizing the forecast will depend on faster improvements to digital-trade rules and surrounding systems.

Kenyan billionaire Joshua Chepkwony's company, EADAK Limited, has successfully assembled 700,000 smartphones in its first year of operations. This achievement was made possible through a partnership with Safaricom.

In Kenya, sports betting has rapidly evolved from a niche activity into a multi-billion-shilling industry, largely fueled by mobile technology and increased internet access. This growth has made betting platforms accessible to millions, especially among the youth. While the sector presents economic opportunities, it also raises concerns about potential negative impacts, leading to debates on whether it is ultimately beneficial or detrimental to society.

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has launched the Affordable Boda Boda Programme, which allows riders to acquire motorbikes with initial deposits starting at KSh 10,000. The program is set to begin in September, aiming to support boda boda riders in accessing affordable transportation options.

The Kenyan Parliament is evaluating new legislation to regulate the gig economy, which includes recognizing delivery riders as employees. This initiative aims to provide worker protections while maintaining the flexibility that riders and digital platform workers require. Discussions on the proposed regulations took place between the National Assembly’s Committee on Communication, Information, and Innovation and representatives from Glovo Kenya.