Wrap-Up: Our pick of main stories, Friday August 7th, 2015

Kenya, Ethiopia sending top ministers to Innovation Africa 2015

Industry and government are looking forward with anticipation to Innovation Africa 2015, which will see the largest number of ministers and government officials at Africa’s leading annual education and ICT forum taking place at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Uganda this 30 Sept to 2 Oct. Attendance from African ministerial delegations are set to smash previous records.

CA to press on with dominance rules despite AG block

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) says it will push through with dominance regulations even after the Attorney General called for them to be withdrawn from parliament for consultation. CA director general Francis Wangusi told the Daily Nation that the authority will now broaden its reach to capture the broadcasting and courier sectors.

Kenya gives CNN a hard tackle after ‘hotbed of terror’ slur

Kenya has cut ties with Cable News Network (CNN) following a slur that aimed to portray the country as one of the most insecure places in the world. The country has suspended a multi-million shilling marketing communication deal with the American media house in the latest sign of an escalating row over a recent terrorism slur.

KOT raise over Kshs 6 million for cancer-stricken university student

Their call to action; 1 million for Jadudi by Saturday. Just two days later, over Kshs 6.1 million has been raised. In addition, Kenya Airways has provided tickets for Jadido’s flight to India. Jadudi on the other hand was overwhelmed by the support and donations sent his way.  He tweeted “#KOT am beyond grateful I’m overwhelmed with joy. From #1milliforjadudi to #renewedhopeforJadudi”.

Samsung launches Galaxy J7 smartphone in Kenya

Samsung has revealed the launch of the Galaxy J7 as well as the Galaxy J5 smartphone in the Kenyan market. Samsung revealed that each device’s display is aimed at minimising battery consumption. The J5 will feature a 5-inch display, while the J7 will come with a 5.5-inch display. Both devices are equipped with increased Octa-Core CPU capacity, which allows for more multi-tasking and faster loading of webpage and games.