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  Kenya is embracing satellite communications technology to strengthen agricultural resilience, boost food security, and help farmers adapt to the growing challenges of climate change. With erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and shifting weather patterns increasingly threatening livelihoods, satellite connectivity is emerging as a powerful tool to support smarter farming practices and safeguard the country’s agricultural sector. The government, in collaboration with international partners and technology firms, has begun expanding satellite-based communication systems to reach rural and underserved areas where traditional internet and mobile connectivity are limited. This initiative is expected to provide farmers with real-time access to weather forecasts, market information, and agricultural advisory services, enabling them to make informed decisions on crop management, irrigation, and resource use. Agriculture remains the backbone of Kenya ’s economy, employing more than 7...

  Kenya is on the cusp of a historic economic milestone as it prepares to make its debut in the global oil market with the export of its first crude shipments. This move signals a turning point for the East African nation, which has long relied on agriculture, tourism, and services as its main economic drivers. By positioning itself within the global oil trade, Kenya is looking to diversify its revenue streams, strengthen its balance of payments, and assert a new role in the regional energy landscape. The foundation for this development was laid more than a decade ago when commercially viable oil reserves were discovered in Turkana County , in Kenya ’s northwest. The discoveries sparked widespread optimism about the potential of oil to transform Kenya ’s economy, generate jobs, and reduce its reliance on imports. After years of exploration, regulatory adjustments, and infrastructure development, the country now stands ready to make its initial push into exports. At the heart...

  Kenya ’s journey toward universal energy access has received a significant boost following Sun King’s successful $156 million capital raise aimed at expanding off-grid solar solutions in the country. The funding is expected to accelerate the deployment of solar home systems and related products, particularly in rural and underserved areas where grid connectivity remains limited or non-existent. Sun King, one of the leading providers of solar energy products in Africa and Asia , has been instrumental in addressing energy poverty through innovative, affordable, and reliable solar technologies. The newly secured funds will enable the company to enhance its distribution network, introduce new product lines, and expand financing options that make solar solutions more accessible to low-income households. This move is in line with Kenya ’s broader renewable energy agenda, which seeks to increase clean energy penetration and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. According to the World B...

Kenya is turning to satellite communications (satcoms) as a critical tool in its strategy to strengthen agricultural resilience in the face of climate change and food insecurity. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Agriculture in partnership with local and international tech and space agencies, aims to provide farmers with real-time data on weather patterns, soil health, crop monitoring, and pest outbreaks — all through accessible, satellite-based platforms. The move comes as Kenyan farmers, particularly smallholders who make up over 70% of the country’s agricultural workforce, grapple with increasing unpredictability caused by climate-related challenges. These include prolonged droughts, erratic rainfall, desert locust invasions, and extreme temperatures — all of which threaten food security and livelihoods. Bridging the Information Gap One of the core goals of the satcom initiative is to bridge the information gap between farmers and the data they need to make informed decisions. ...