Weekly roundup of tech news in kenya, week 3 April

Categorized Summaries

Major News

• Base ecosystem offers funding opportunity for startups of up to $1 million, aimed at supporting innovation and growth in East Africa.

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• Bitcoin Dada successfully concludes its Innovation Summit, marking a significant step forward in the realization of a Pan-African vision for Bitcoin and blockchain technology.

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Notable Events

• The 3rd Annual Nairobi Startup Summit is scheduled to take place on April 29, 2025, at the Sarit Expo Centre, aiming to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to drive growth and innovation in the Kenyan startup ecosystem.

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• Uganda's first AI festival is set to take place on April 26, 2025, at the Main Hall, Ivory Tower – Makerere University, celebrating the power of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on the country's development.

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Upcoming Activities

• The Africa Bitcoin Day conference is scheduled to take place on May 27, 2025, bringing together Bitcoin enthusiasts from across the African continent to discuss the potential impact of Bitcoin on Africa's economic development

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• A masterclass on building AI agents is set to take place on April 26, 2025, at the Virgil Offices, providing a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience in building AI agents.

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The past week has been marked by significant developments in the crypto and web3 space in Kenya and East Africa, with a focus on AI, bitcoin, and blockchain technology. The emergence of new funding opportunities and events aimed at driving innovation and entrepreneurship in the region is a positive sign for the growth of the ecosystem. As the region continues to evolve, it will be essential to monitor these developments and their potential impact on the economy and society.