May 13, 2025

    AI Kenya Breakfast Summit 2.0 Ignites Africa’s Conversational AI Revolution

    On the 15th of May will be the meeting of industry leaders, AI innovators, and visionary enterprises at the AI…
    May 13, 2025

    Zoho Launches AI Capabilities in Low-Code Development Platform

    Zoho Corporation has today announced the launch of new services and features within Zoho Creator, the company’s low-code application development…
    May 13, 2025

    The Rise of Female Tech Founders in Africa

    In recent years, Africa has witnessed an encouraging surge in the number of female tech founders who are reshaping the…
    May 13, 2025

    Why Remote Work Is Still Productive, and Here to Stay

    For years, since the pandemic happened, many employers have questioned whether working from home could match the productivity of an…
    May 13, 2025

    High Court Halts Skiza, Hello Tune Payments: A Turning Point for Music Royalties in Kenya

    In a landmark ruling, the High Court has ruled that royalties paid by Skiza and Hello Tune to CMOs should…
    May 13, 2025

    Mobile Internet Gender Gap in Africa Shrinks, But 205 Million Women Still Offline

    According to the new GSMA Mobile Economy Report, published by the global association for mobile operators, in 2024, sub-Saharan Africa…
    May 12, 2025

    Adinkra Fellowship Opens Applications for Africa’s Emerging Leaders

    The Adinkra Fellowship has opened applications for its inaugural 2026 cohort. This leadership initiative invites 20 emerging Black leaders under…
    May 12, 2025

    Kenya’s Finance Bill 2025: Messaging or Meaningful Reform?

    The Kenya Finance Bill 2025 carries a reckonable dark history of perception management attempts of illusions created by William Ruto’s…
    May 12, 2025

    Inside the Ethiopia Mobile Duopoly: What Ethio Telecom and Safaricom’s Next Moves Mean for the Market

    In Ethiopia, the mobile duopoly consists of the state-run Ethio Telecom and privately run Safaricom Ethiopia, and it is evolving…
    May 12, 2025

    Singapore AI Safety Blueprint Seeks to Bridge Global Divides in AI Governance

    During a period that had seen accelerating AI breakthroughs, the Singapore AI Safety Blueprint represents an incursion for international cooperation…

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    INTERVIEWS

      March 3, 2025

      TechTrends Podcast | AI the Samsung Way: Myths, Reality and the Future – ft Ryan Mule

      Join us on The TechTrends Podcast as we sit down with Samsung’s ⁠Ryan Mule⁠ for an exclusive deep dive into…
      February 26, 2025

      TechTrends Podcast | Inside Africa Tech Summit: Growth, Startups & Future Trends with Andrew Fassnidge

      In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with ⁠Andrew Fassnid⁠ge, the Founder & Director of Africa Tech…
      February 21, 2025

      TechTrends Podcast | Raenest’s Victor Alade on Simplifying How Africans Manage Their Money Across Borders

      In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with Victor Alade, CEO and co-founder of Raenest, to explore…
      February 18, 2025

      Yellow Card’s Sharon Tum on the Future of Digital Asset Adoption in Africa | TechTrends Podcast

      In this episode of TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with ⁠Sharon Tum⁠, the Senior Regional Manager- EA at ⁠Yellow Card⁠,…
      February 17, 2025

      TechTrends Podcast | dLocal’s Ed Aitken on Facilitating Seamless Cross-Border Transactions

      In this episode, we sit down with Ed Aitken from dLocal to explore how the company is revolutionizing cross-border transactions.…
      February 6, 2025

      TechTrends Podcast | DeepSeek – The Chinese AI App Shocking the World

      In this episode, we’re talking about DeepSeek—the Chinese AI powerhouse that’s taking the industry by storm. From mind-blowing capabilities to…
      December 31, 2024

      [TechTrends Podcast] Thapelo Motlogeloa on Building Renewable Energy Solutions in South Africa

      In the fifth episode of our podcast series featuring fellows from the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT,…
      December 23, 2024

      [TechTrends Podcast] How INDOS is Transforming Africa’s Industrial Operations with AI

      In this fourth episode, I speak to Ahmed Nounou, an entrepreneur behind INDOS, a company that is revolutionizing industrial operations…
      December 16, 2024

      [TechTrends Podcast] Dupe Killa-Kafidip on her mission to alleviate food poverty in Nigeria

      In this third episode, I speak to Dupe Killa-Kafidipe who is among the 2024-2025 Foundry Fellows from the Legatum Center…
      December 3, 2024

      [TechTrends Podcast] Teniola Stuffman on building a Mobile Virtual Network in Nigeria

      In this episode, I speak to Teniola Stuffman who is among the 2024-2025 Foundry Fellows from the Legatum Center for…

      GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

        May 12, 2025

        How to Spot a Genuine Samsung QLED TV Kenya Model: A Buyer’s Guide

        In a world cluttered with tech buzzwords, QLED TVs now stand out in electronics stores,…
        May 9, 2025

        Samsung QLED TVs Now Certified for Real Quantum Dot Display

        Samsung Electronics today announced that its latest lineup of QLED TVs has received ‘Real Quantum…
        April 17, 2025

        OPPO Kenya Easter Sale 2025: Unmissable Smartphone Deals and Campus Fun

        OPPO has launched its Easter sale offers by offering exclusive discounts on some of its…
        April 16, 2025

        Easter Deal: Grab the HMD Skyline at 50% Off in Kenya

        This Easter season, HMD, the makers of Nokia phones, is giving you the perfect reason…
        April 16, 2025

        vivo V50 With Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, 50-Megapixel Selfie Camera Launches in Kenya

        vivo has officially launched the vivo V50 smartphone in Kenya. The phone succeeds the vivo…
        April 4, 2025

        Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Named Best Upgrade Pick For 2025

        The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has been named the best upgrade pick for 2025 by…
        April 3, 2025

        TECNO Camon 40 Debuts in Kenya: Will It Outshine OPPO and Samsung in the AI Race?

        TECNO Camon 40 Series: The TECNO Camon 20 was the last TECNO phone we reviewed…
        April 2, 2025

        Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 5G Arrive in Kenya with Advanced AI, Enhanced Security, and Long-Lasting Durability

        Samsung has officially launched the much-anticipated Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26…
        April 1, 2025

        Apple vs. Android: How EU’s Digital Markets Act Could Reshape iOS

        Apple’s walled garden has historically characterized the brand — tightly bundled, seamless integration across devices at…
        March 27, 2025

        OPPO A5 Pro Launched in Kenya: The Ultimate Durable and Smart Smartphone!

        OPPO A5 Pro has officially landed in Kenya designed for durability and reliability. Premium, Sleek,…

        THE TECHTRENDS PODCAST

          May 9, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | Freedom vs. Control: The Case for Regulating Social Media in Kenya

          In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that has sparked protests, policy debates, and some pretty…
          April 22, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | Kenya’s Workplaces Are Changing Fast – Thanks to AI!

          How is AI transforming productivity for employees in Kenya? In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we discuss this ahead…
          April 11, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | The State of E-commerce in Africa – A Conversation with Jumia EA Regional CEO , Vinod Goel

          In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with ⁠Vinod Goel⁠, East Africa Regional CEO of ⁠Jumia⁠, Africa’s…
          April 7, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | Lipa Later Goes into Administration – What Happened?

          In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we unpack the surprising news of Kenyan BNPL startup Lipa Later going into…
          March 28, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | The Future of Smart Living: A Deep Dive with LG Electronics EA

          In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with William Kamore, Senior Trainer & Content Manager at LG…
          March 23, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | The Mobile Money Shift – Airtel Money vs. M-PESA

          In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of mobile money in Kenya, focusing on the…

          REVIEWS

            April 28, 2025

            Video: Epson EcoTank L6550 Review

            In this short video, we dive deep into the Epson EcoTank L6550 (Review), a high-performance all-in-one printer built for businesses…
            April 17, 2025

            TOZO Crystal Pods Review: Transparent Design, Powerful ANC, and Exceptional Value

            The Secret of Us and Tortured Poets Department have been on repeat these past few weeks, and my companion has…
            March 27, 2025

            ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA (2025) Review: Dual Screens and Much More

            For someone who is used to a single-screen laptop, testing the ASUS Zenbook Duo UX8406CA (2025) completely changed my perspective…
            March 24, 2025

            Epson EcoTank L6550 Printer: A High-Performance All-in-One for Businesses

            Epson EcoTank L6550 Printer: We have used Epson printers for all our office printing needs for years now, specifically the…
            March 14, 2025

            OPPO Reno13 F 5G Full Review: Style, Stamina and AI Smarts

            OPPO makes incredible midrange smartphones for the Kenyan market, especially with their Reno series. This year, it brought the F…
            March 7, 2025

            OPPO Reno13 F 5G: A Feature-Rich Mid-Range Smartphone

            OPPO Reno13 F 5G is the company’s latest smartphone in the midrange Reno lineup alongside the 4G version. The phone…
            February 13, 2025

            REVIEW: Love and Coffee Serves a Rich Blend of Romance and Revolution

            Set against the backdrop of the powerful coffee industry of Kenya, Love and Coffee is a captivating drama brewing romance,…
            December 27, 2024

            Web3 JamboPhone 1 Review: Should You Buy It?

            JamboPhone 1, developed by the Congo-based crypto startup Jambo, is their first Web3 earn phone, announced early this year. Here’s…
            December 2, 2024

            Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Overview: Perfect Upgrade

            The recently launched Samsung Galaxy S24 FE went against the familiar compromised trend of the Fan Edition lineup. Its upgraded…
            November 12, 2024

            Vivo V40 Lite Full Review: Heavy Hitter

            Vivo V40 Lite Review: Vivo excels at creating beautiful yet affordable smartphones, and the V40 Lite, as their latest midrange…

            CLOUD

              April 4, 2025

              Raxio Secures $100 Million from IFC to Develop Sub-Saharan African Data Center Platform

              Raxio Group, a leading Sub-Saharan African data center platform, has signed an agreement for $100 million in financing from the…
              April 3, 2025

              AWS Expands Cloud Training in Kenya to Close Africa’s Digital Skills Gap

              The Amazon Web Services (AWS) has concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of Nairobi (UoN).…
              March 18, 2025

              Vertiv Partners With Oxigen to Develop Spain’s Largest Data Center

              Vertiv has announced that it is collaborating with Oxigen, a leader in data hosting, processing and distribution services, to design…
              February 27, 2025

              iX Africa Unveils 4.5MW Hyperscale Data Center in Kenya

              iXAfrica Data Centres,  East Africa’s largest hyperscale data centre facility, has unveiled the first phase of its data centre in…
              February 20, 2025

              Westcon-Comstor Expands Cloud Solutions Distribution Across Africa

              Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, today announced that it has become an official distributor of Microsoft cloud solutions across…
              January 27, 2025

              Paix Data Centres Breaks Ground on New Facility in Dakar, Senegal

              PAIX Data Centres has announced the construction of a new data centre in Dakar, Senegal. The company stated in a…
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