Pure Digital Passion with Moses Kemibaro

In this episode, I share my first experiment using NotebookLM, Google’s AI-powered research and note-taking tool, to create a Kiswahili audio overview of my blog post, 30 Key Takeaways from Kenya’s Just Released National AI Strategy 2025-2030. This podcast explores the key takeaways from the Kenyan government’s ambitious AI strategy, including its KES 152 billion investment plan, and why this matt...

On the sidelines of the Zaumu launch yesterday, I finally met Anne Muhia in person — someone I had been introduced to virtually through a mutual friend a year or two ago. Life and packed schedules meant we never got to collaborate but meeting Anne was everything I expected — and more! For context, Zaumu is a newly launched Pan-African, creator-first digital marketplace designed to transform how br...

Yesterday, I attended the launch of Zaumu — a digital platform designed to reshape how content creators and brands collaborate, starting from Kenya but built for a Pan-African future. The event, hosted in Nairobi, featured a keynote by Cedric Nzomo, Zaumu’s Co-Founder, that felt more like an open letter to creators — a powerful and candid reflection on the challenges creators face and why Zaumu co...

On Friday, 11th April 2025, I had the privilege of moderating a high-impact panel at the RIANA Group Security Executives Forum at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi. Themed “Integrating Security from the Ground Up” , the discussion explored the vital collaboration between architects, engineers, surveyors, and security professionals in designing and delivering safer, smarter buildings. We’re in an era where...

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of participating in a compelling and deeply insightful panel at Strathmore University’s School of Tourism and Hospitality, focused on how AI and Digital Marketing are transforming Kenya’s hospitality and tourism sectors. The event—hosted at the Microsoft Auditorium—was themed “Optimizing MarTech as a Strategic Tool for Business Success.” I joined a dynamic panel along...

Last week, I had the pleasure of sitting down at the Visa Innovation Studio in Nairobi 🇰🇪 with three exceptional leaders—Olivia Etyang’ from Visa 💳, Evans Toroitich from Citi 🏦, and Catherine Wangechi from Cellulant 🔗—to unpack one of the most exciting fintech collaborations I’ve come across in a long time. Together, these three premier organizations have launched Citi Optimized Pay 🚀—a bold a...

🎙️ In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast , I sat down with Michael Nyaga , Regional Consultant for East and Southern Africa at Creditinfo Kenya , to explore how Creditinfo is transforming the onboarding journey in digital lending — starting with the launch of its next-generation eKYC platform in Nairobi. 🇰🇪 Kenya is the first global market to experience this intelligent, modular Iden...

🎙️ In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast, I sat down with Rob Meakin, Director of Fraud & Identity at Creditinfo Group, during the official launch of Creditinfo’s new Identity | KYC | Fraud platform in Nairobi. 🇰🇪 Kenya is the first global market to roll out this next-gen eKYC solution — designed to help digital lenders, banks, and fintechs verify identities, prevent fraud, and b...

🎙️ In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast , I sat down with Kamau Kunyiha , the Regional CEO for East & Southern Africa and CEO of Creditinfo CRB Kenya , during the official launch of Creditinfo’s new Identity | KYC | Fraud platform in Nairobi. 🇰🇪 Kenya is the first global market to roll out this next-gen eKYC solution — a modular, intelligent platform designed to tackle the bigge...

In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast , I had the pleasure of sitting down with John Cannon , the Group Chief Commercial Officer at Creditinfo Global (Creditinfo) , during his most recent visit to Kenya. We spoke at a pivotal moment — just as Creditinfo was officially launching its next-generation eKYC and fraud prevention platform right here in Nairobi. Kenya, as it turns out, is th...

Just over a week ago, I sat down with Mark Kaigwa – someone I’ve known, admired, and watched help shape Kenya’s digital ecosystem – for what turned out to be my longest podcast episode ever on Pure Digital Passion. We went deep — 1 hour and 40 minutes deep — exploring what we often get wrong, and what we’re finally beginning to get right, in Kenya’s fast-changing digital landscape. 🎬 Mark Kaigwa’...

In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Sheila Kimani, Chief Commercial Officer at Loop, a digital-first financial services platform from NCBA Bank Group. We unpacked Loop’s journey from a youth-targeted banking product when it launched in Kenya back in 2017 to what it has now become—a lifestyle-driven, embedded finance platform that's rapidly scaling acr...

On the morning of March 27th, 2025 , I had the pleasure of joining fellow industry leaders at the Syntura Kenya CXO Breakfast held at the Capital Club, Nairobi, Kenya. Themed around AI, cybersecurity, and the future of the digital workplace , this private gathering brought together top executives and technology practitioners for a high-impact exchange of ideas and insights. I was honored to be par...

In the latest episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Njeri Jomo, the CEO and Principal Officer of Jubilee Health Insurance (JHI). Our conversation was not only inspiring but also a deep dive into how JHI is leading Kenya’s insurance sector in digital transformation—with a particular focus on their latest innovation, J-Force. A Leader Who’s Walked the Insurance J...

In my latest episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast, I had an insightful conversation with George Makori, the Head of Digital Innovation at Jubilee Insurance. Our discussion focused on Jubilee's ambitious digital transformation journey and how their latest innovation, J-Force, is set to revolutionize insurance distribution in Kenya. The Digital Transformation of Jubilee InsuranceFew playe...

Over the years, I've had the privilege of interacting with some of Kenya's most passionate sales professionals. However, few embody the art and science of selling quite like John Kageche, the Founder and CEO of Lend Me Your Ears, a leading sales training and consultancy firm. John and I go way back - almost 30 years to our days in Mombasa - when the Internet was still a novelty and email addresses...

In this episode of Pure Digital Passion, I spoke with Nurani Nimpuno, Head of Global Engagement at LINX (London Internet Exchange), during the launch of LINX Mombasa at Bahari Beach Hotel on February 13, 2025. This conversation explores why LINX chose Mombasa as its next expansion after Nairobi, and what this means for peering, interconnection, and digital infrastructure in Kenya and East Africa....

Last Friday, March 14, 2025, I had the privilege of moderating a panel discussion at the MySalary Launch & Experience Event at JW Marriott Nairobi. MySalary, a new fintech app developed by Little, is changing the way employees access their earnings by offering on-demand salary advances. Instead of waiting for payday, employees can now access a portion of their earned wages anytime, reducing re...

In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Cornelis Ouwehand, Africa Sales Director at Eskimi, to discuss how digital advertising is evolving across the continent. Eskimi's transformation from a programmatic advertising platform into a comprehensive end-to-end digital advertising platform is redefining the industry. Their bold 'Don't Be...

At InsurTech Forum Nairobi 2025, I had the privilege of moderating a highly engaging panel discussion on AI & Workforce Empowerment alongside industry leaders: Charles Washika – Director, ICT & Innovation, Co-operative Bank of Kenya Gicheha Gitau – Talent Acquisition & People Analytics Expert George Hapisu – Partner, Deloitte East AfricaHere are the key insights and takeaways from our...

In this episode of Pure Digital Passion, I had an engaging conversation with Betty Njiraini, Regional Manager for Eskimi in East Africa, about the company’s game-changing approach to digital advertising. Eskimi is not just another DSP (Demand-Side Platform)—it is leading a creative-first revolution in programmatic advertising, blending data with innovation to create campaigns that don’t just sell...

In this latest episode of Pure Digital Passion, I sat down with Paul Thompson, Chief Commercial Officer at Eskimi, to dive deep into the company’s groundbreaking transformation in digital advertising. Eskimi is moving beyond being just a DSP—it’s now a full-stack creative and media tech platform that places creativity at the core of digital advertising. Why Creative Comes FirstPaul emphasized a cr...

Eskimi's story is one of bold pivots, relentless innovation, and a drive to redefine digital advertising. In an exclusive episode of the Pure Digital Passion Podcast, I sat down with Vytas Paukštys, Founder & CEO of Eskimi, to unpack the company's journey - from its early days as a mobile social network from Lithuania to becoming one of the most influential full-stack creative and digi...

In this episode of NTV Kenya’s Business Redefined, I sit down with Julians Amboko to discuss the Samsung Galaxy S25 Series and its transformative Agentic AI capabilities. We explore how Samsung’s AI-powered Companion AI is redefining mobile productivity and autonomy, and what this means for businesses and individuals in Kenya. 💡 Key Discussion Points: 1/ The evolution from Generative AI to Agenti...

In this episode of the Pure Digital Passion podcast, I had an in-depth conversation with Evelyne Munene, Product and Marketing Lead at Samsung East Africa, and Sheila Kimani, Chief Commercial Officer at Loop, to explore the revolutionary Samsung Galaxy S25 Series and how Loop’s device financing is making premium smartphones more accessible across Kenya. We discussed the following: 1/ The transitio...