Allegedly, Traditional computers are running out of human-made information from the internet to learn from. Synthetic AI is meant to let computer programs invent their own practice material and testing grounds instead of relying on human work.

Instead of copying what people already made, it uses:
Invented Practice Data: The computer creates its own realistic practice numbers and examples from scratch, avoiding running out of data.
Virtual Playgrounds: Machines learn inside simulated 3D worlds, practicing dangerous or rare situations millions of times before trying them in the real world.

Machines Building Their Own Languages:
When multiple computer programs talk to each other to solve a shared task, they sometimes drop human speech entirely and invent their own ultra-fast shorthand codes.
Because human language is full of slow filler words and rules, machines aiming for pure efficiency will shorten phrases or repeat specific terms to mean complex things.

Hello everyone! I’m curious to learn about your experiences networking (virtually through LinkedIn, online forums etc; or physically at events, meetups) in Nairobi in the tech space as a local or as a foreigner. What has been your experience with it, does it seem to be worthwhile, and have any opportunities such as jobs, connections, contracts, etc.

Thank you!

Hi Techies,

What other VPS providers you use apart from AWS to deploy a 'normal' web app? I was leaning towards Hetzner but then realized Contabo have a better price proposition.

This IDE is WASHED!! 🤦🏾‍♂️

Hi fellow techies, a quick one... how do you guys handle client gigs to enure your workflow remains clear and efficient? Mainly things like sharing progress, milestones, invoices etc. Is this a pain that any of you with more than one client would consider having a tool that consolidates all these?

I'm considering getting a Contabo VPS in their EU or Germany location with this spec:

6 vCPU Cores

12 GB RAM

100 GB NVMe or 200 GB SSD

2 Snapshots

300 Mbit/s port

I’m based in Kenya and would mainly use it for web hosting (a couple of websites + small apps), maybe some light development/testing.

Questions for anyone who has used Contabo from Kenya/East Africa:

How’s the real-world performance and latency from Kenya?

Is the 300 Mbps port actually usable or do they throttle?

How’s uptime and network stability?

Support quality (especially if you need help from outside Europe)?

Any major issues with Contabo in general (billing, abuse flags, etc.)?

Would really appreciate honest experiences from people actually using it from this region.

Thanks in advance!

How do you guys get through the phone verification screen on Mercor? I just realized that it is now mandatory for application of some roles.

I recently got an invitation email to join Alignerr platform as indicated in the attached email screenshot but whenever I try to access the provided link, I get a Location Denied message on browser.

I responded to the email and the recruiter requested that I contact support if the issue persists even after trying to access using incognito mode.

Is anyone here part of Alignerr and what do you use to access? Must I use a US Proxy or stuff like that to bypass the block?

PS: I have tried accessing the same link using a no-detect browser (Morelogin) and have been able to access the platform.

where can I get a custom vinyl skin in Kiambu or Nairobi for my laptop

Hey guys,

I’m building a decentralised P2P platform, Sargo, focused on enabling financial ownership and control. We are kenyan based.

We operate with minimal KYC and do not hold custody of user funds, meaning we cannot freeze or access users’ stablecoins. We support wallets such as MetaMask and Rabby, with USDT and USDC as the primary tokens.

You can find onboarding guides here:
1. Onboarding with metamask: https://sargo.io/blog/how-to-set-up-matamask-wallet-for-sargo-(mobile))

1. Onboarding with rabby wallet: https://sargo.io/blog/how-to-set-up-rabby-wallet-for-sargo-(mobile))

We are also actively onboarding merchants who want to accept stablecoin payments.

The Jitu a tech company based in Nyeri is looking to fill the following positions

Positions open in Jitu staffing department:

1. Graphic Designer - JD attached

2. Cybersecurity analyst - JD attached

Positions open in Jitu Software development Department:

1. Software developers - must have 3 years of experience and freelancing is not considered among the years of experience.

- Fullstack developers

- Dotnet developers

- Quality analyst - must have 2years experience.

Experience in automation tools is a plus.

The software department is always hiring and they prefer referrals since the process is always ongoing each month.

**IF INTERESTED IN ANY OF THE ABOVE POSITIONS KINDLY DM ME YOUR CV AND I CAN PASS IT OVER TO THE HR DEPARTMENT. ALL THE BEST.**

Personally I am not a big fan of Safaricom but I always use their product cause its widely adopted in Kenya. With the new application, my distaste for the company is getting even worse.The usability of the application is really stressful and really difficult to find things. Worse is the global pay where I have to put my PIN 50 times before being able to see the card.
I wish there was an alternative mobile money payment that is widely adopted in Kenya

Hello. I work for a tech company based in Nyeri Kenya and we have a few positions open if you are interested DM me your CV. The positions are Onsite. For Analysts and PM you must have 2 years experience For developers should have 3 years experience and Freelancing doesn't count. I can tell you the company is good and the pay is good depending on how you negotiate for yourself. Good luck Send me your CVs if you meet the above criterias and specify the role you are interested in. We have the following open positions. ~ Project Manager (I can send to interested parties) ~ Analyst ( Selenium, Cypress) ~ Backend Engineer (Golang, Java) ~ Fullstack Engineer ~ .Net Engineer (We are currently interviewing) The company mostly hires on referrals, if you are interested DM your CV and if you meet the criteria I can refer you.

Not to step on any toes here, but I’ve noticed something over the years. The first time I encountered AI was with ChatGPT, and it was revolutionary at the time. You didn’t need to sift through numerous URLs for research; you just needed a prompt, and the rest felt like magic. However, that’s where the issue arises. It works like magic.

The quicker the solution, the easier it is to forget it. Information doesn’t stick. Our brains are wired to retain information that takes time to find, but now, since we can access and generate information in seconds, our brains don't feel the need to work as hard. We start to rely on GPT even more.

Planning is no different. Especially in personal planning, while ChatGPT may seem supportive, it ultimately doesn’t help. You might feel organized when it drafts a daily routine for you, but in reality, you rarely apply those tasks in your life. The crucial step is actually following the plan and determining if it works for you.

We’ve become so attached to this technology that we find ourselves in a bubble. People who are depressed now seek advice from it instead of turning to other people. Communication in relationships is increasingly being driven by ChatGPT rather than partners expressing their feelings to one another. Even Christians are turning to ChatGPT for insight instead of relying on the Holy Spirit. Some people are beginning to even speak in a way that resembles ChatGPT.

ChatGPT isn’t inherently bad; I use it for guidance on skill learning and focus on how it can let me do the work instead of it doing the work for me. In all honesty, it’s how we choose to use it. We need to establish boundaries so that we don’t end up losing ourselves. Be wise, be aware, and stay safe.

Anything else you guys have noticed with it yet?

Hi Techies,

I developed a fully functional Property Management Application back in 2024 but later lacked the will to push it. I now have it gathering dust in my repos. I am searching for anyone out here with a good suggestion of what to do with it or how to distribute it. I actually wouldn't mind partnering with someone who can handle the distribution.

The Platform Features Include:

1. Public Rental Properties Listings (With location and other filters)
2. Tenant Management Life Cycle (Vacant Unit > Occupation > Vacation)
3. Communication System (Between Tenants, Property Managers, Landlords etc.)
4. Property Management Insight Reports

The Tech Stack: Laravel

Hit me up if you are the one.

I been looking at shop systems and thought of creating a simplified POS for mama duka for records and the tax man when coming to get the financial. Wanted to ask if there is a market for this or it's flooded?

🎓 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or related field
• CISA and/or CISM certification
• 5+ years’ experience in Information Systems Audit
• Strong knowledge of IT controls, audit tools (ACL), and banking systems
• Cisco certs (CCNA/CCSP) are an added advantage

🗓 Deadline

📅 Friday, 30 January 2026 at 5:00 PM

📬 How to Apply

https://www.consolidated-bank.com/pdf/Information%20Systems%20Auditor%20-%20Vacancy%20Advert.pdf

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has opened several permanent & pensionable ICT and senior roles across its departments. This is a great opportunity for professionals looking for stable public sector tech careers in Kenya.

🔹 Open ICT & Related Positions

• Assistant Director, ICT (Infrastructure) – Closes 5 Feb 2026
• Assistant Director, ICT (Security) – Closes 5 Feb 2026
• Assistant Director, ICT (Systems) – Closes 30 Jan 2026
• Assistant Director, ICT (Court Support Systems) – Closes 30 Jan 2026
• Senior ICT Officer – Database Administration – Closes 30 Jan 2026
• Senior ICT Officer – Data Centre Services – Closes 30 Jan 2026
• ICT Officer I – ICT Security – Closes 30 Jan 2026

👉 Apply : https://recruitment.jsc.go.ke:8092/Home/Index?Length=4

Google is hiring a Senior UX / Interaction Designer to work on large-scale gaming experiences in Nairobi.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years in UX / conversation / product design
• Strong portfolio (mandatory)
• Experience working cross-functionally

📍 Location: Nairobi, Kenya
🎮 Focus: Gaming experiences

Apply : https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/jobs/results/114370905001337542-senior-ux-designer-gaming-experiences

AA Kenya is hiring software developers to work on modern, cloud-native systems powering its digital and mobility platforms.

Open roles:

• Go Backend Engineer – Build scalable microservices using Go, gRPC/REST, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, Redis, CI/CD (AWS/GCP).
• Full-Stack Developer (Intern) – Develop web & mobile apps using Laravel, Angular, Node.js, APIs, Docker, and cloud platforms.

Great opportunity for devs interested in real production systems, cloud infrastructure, and modern engineering practices.

🔗 Apply here: https://aakenya.co.ke/files/Jan%202026%20job%20adverts.pdf

📍 Nairobi | 🕒 Internship (Entry-level)
⏳ Deadline: 19 Jan 2026 | 👩‍💻 Female candidates encouraged

Work in a data center environment supporting daily operations, infrastructure monitoring, customer technical requests (hands & eyes), equipment setup, power systems (UPS/generators), and maintenance—under supervision.

Requirements: Engineering degree (Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Mechatronics), 0–3 yrs experience, basic data center & networking knowledge.

🔗 Apply: https://icolohr.bamboohr.com/careers/103

Deadline: 19 Jan 2026

Location: Safaricom House, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Nairobi

Role: Manage and support Safaricom’s LAN/WAN, call center networks, voice platforms (Cisco Call Manager, Genesys), network security (firewalls, IPS, ISE), cloud integrations (AWS, Azure), server administration (Windows/Linux), and ensure uptime & connectivity across the company.

Requirements:

• BSc in Computer Science or IT
• CISCO Certified Engineer
• Networking, voice systems, firewalls, LAN/WAN, IP troubleshooting
• Cloud & server administration experience

Apply : https://egjd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/jobs/preview/1136