Tech firm Zoho has entered into a strategic partnership with the Kenya Network Information Centre (KeNIC), the registry managing Kenya’s .ke domains, to offer enhanced value to local businesses.

Under the agreement, Zoho will provide wallet credits worth KSh 50,000 to individuals or organizations owning or purchasing a .ke domain, whether directly from KeNIC or through its registrars.

The partnership also includes training programs to help .ke domain users leverage cloud technology for accelerated growth.

Zoho Kenya Country Head Veerakumar Natarajan said the initiative supports Kenya’s push towards a digital-first economy by empowering local businesses to embrace digital transformation and e-commerce.

“This initiative aligns with Zoho’s commitment to serve local communities as part of its transnational localism strategy of being locally rooted while staying globally connected,” he said.

Andrew Lewela Mwanyota, CEO of KeNIC, emphasized that Zoho’s comprehensive portfolio will enable businesses to kickstart their digital journeys, harness automation, and gain real-time access to critical business data.

"Through our partnership with Zoho, we provide access to over 55 products designed to meet virtually every business need, streamlining processes across departments on a unified platform,” Mwanyota said.

Users of .ke domains will be able to utilize Zoho Wallet Credits to purchase Zoho’s suite of products, including Zoho One, an integrated platform of over 50 apps, and Zoho Workplace, a collaboration and productivity platform.

Built on a unified technology stack, Zoho applications ensure seamless integration and data flow between tools, enhancing operational efficiency.

Zoho also owns and operates its own data centers, ensuring robust customer data privacy and security, with all products offered at locally adapted pricing. This collaboration aims to bolster Kenyan businesses in their digital transformation journeys, driving growth and competitiveness.