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The Kenyan government has introduced a digital system for obtaining birth certificates, enabling citizens to download and print the documents online. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced this change on June 22, stating that it eliminates the need for visits to Huduma centres or civil registry offices. This decision followed a consultative meeting at Nyayo House in Nairobi, where officials reviewed the progress of the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services.

Interswitch has formed a strategic partnership with Tropical Bank Limited to enhance access to banking services in Uganda. This collaboration is designed to transform the way Ugandans engage with formal banking by providing essential services through a wide network of agents. The integration of Tropical Bank's services with Interswitch's digital infrastructure aims to improve customer access across the country.

MTN Uganda is playing a crucial role in the country's preparation for its first oil production by providing essential networks and digital services. This involvement goes beyond traditional oil drilling and infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of modern technology and reliable internet connectivity for the efficiency and safety of the oil industry, according to TechJaja.