Why Does M-Pesa Still Display Your PIN? A Small Design Choice with Big Privacy Implications
There are moments when your professional background quietly changes the way you see everyday life. Working as a Systems Librarian and studying Information Science has changed the way I interact…
Installing DSpace 9.2 on Ubuntu 22.04/24.04: Full Guide
DSpace is a free, open-source repository software platform that enables universities, research institutions, and libraries to capture, preserve, and share their digital scholarly output with the world. First launched in…
What does a systems libarian actually do?
If you ask most people what a systems librarian does, you’ll probably get a confident but wildly incomplete answer: “They fix the library computer.” It’s like saying a pilot just…
Why Libraries Around the World Chose Koha Over Proprietary Systems
Information systems sit at the heart of modern organizations. They store data, connect people, and support decisions. In libraries, however, information systems go further. They organize knowledge, preserve culture, and…
Tech Trends in 2025: How AI and Emerging Technologies Are Shaping the Future
The new year always brings new predictions. I like to think less about predictions and more about bets. These are the shifts I believe will truly make a difference. Not…
How to Improve Your Website’s Google Ranking
Launching a new website is exciting, but hitting the “publish” button is only the beginning. Many business owners assume that once a site goes live, customers will automatically start flowing…
How to Design inclusive Public Services Platforms
Knowledge from the GovStack Women training workshop in Nairobi, facilitated by Michelle Sahal Estimé Public services touch people’s lives daily, whether they are accessing healthcare, applying for documents, seeking support,…
Do you need a landing page or a multi-page website?
If you’re building an online presence for your business or project, you’ve probably faced this classic dilemma: “Do I need a full-blown website, or will a single landing page do…
Why you should be shameless to be successfull?
This only made sense when I heard someone talk about it, and it made so much sense to me. I mean in the current atmosphere, you cannot be camera shy,…
Best fintech companies to use for e-commerce payment integration.
An e-commerce website or platform is a digital space where clients can browse, compare prices, and purchase products. Well, the platform can allow for payment on delivery; however, a fully…