October 9, 2026

    Airtel Money’s London debut puts a $7 billion price tag on Africa’s mobile money opportunity

    Airtel Money began conditional trading on the London Stock Exchange on Friday, 9 October, with an implied valuation of £5.3…
    October 9, 2026

    Four Kenyan women turn a public transport challenge into a winning digital fare platform

    Four young Kenyan women won the third edition of the GirlCode Kenya Hackathon after creating an AI-powered platform to improve…

    STARTUPS

      October 8, 2026

      Ugandan fintech MAM Telecom lands $250,000 grant

      Ugandan payments infrastructure startup MAM Telecom Ltd has secured a $250,000 (about Sh32 million) grant from a South African businessman…
      September 24, 2026

      Latitude59 opens Nairobi pitch contest for African startups

      Estonian startup event Latitude59 has opened applications for its 2026 Kenya pitch competition, offering early-stage African founders a shot at…
      September 15, 2026

      Twiga Foods placed under administration

      Templar Field Limited, formerly known as Twiga Foods Limited, and GT Flow Limited, formerly Twiga Foods One Limited, have been…
      September 7, 2026

      Kenya’s startup ecosystem remains one of Africa’s strongest, but Mombasa’s rise highlights the gap beyond Nairobi

      Mombasa has climbed 22 places in the global startup rankings, offering a rare bright spot for Kenya’s startup ecosystem at…
      August 28, 2026

      OPay weighs NGX listing as its $4 billion IPO plans draw closer

      OPay’s planned IPO could be heading in a more complicated direction than a straightforward US listing. The Nigerian fintech, which…
      August 27, 2026

      Ventures Platform closes $84m Pan-African Fund II

      Africa’s leading seed-stage fund, Ventures Platform, has closed its second institutional fund at $84 million (Sh1.3 billion), beating its original…
      August 26, 2026

      Moniepoint shuts down MonieWorld after 14 months of UK remittances to focus on Africa

      Moniepoint is shutting down its UK-focused remittance service, MonieWorld, just 14 months after entering the UK-Africa money transfer market, as…
      August 25, 2026

      TechMoran launches StartupEast Conference & Awards

      TechMoran, a pioneer African technology and startup media company, has launched the StartupEast Conference & Awards, a new platform designed…
      August 17, 2026

      New platform maps Kenya’s startup, investment and policy ecosystem

      An independent digital intelligence platform has launched to give a single, continuously updated view of Kenya’s innovation ecosystem, bringing together…
      August 13, 2026

      Kenya’s crypto rules put homegrown startups under pressure

      Kenya’s new crypto rules are creating a difficult calculation for local startups: raise substantial capital before the November 4 compliance…

      THE TECHTRENDS PODCAST

        July 23, 2026

        Payments Certainty, Not Technology, Africa’s Biggest Fintech Gap – Verto Exec

        Africa’s payments infrastructure is largely in place, but businesses still lack certainty over cost, speed and settlement, according to Mark…
        June 30, 2026

        The TechTrends Podcast | Profitability Becomes the New Currency for African Startups, Says Google’s Alex Okosi

        African startups are increasingly being judged on profitability rather than user growth, as the continent’s funding landscape matures beyond its…
        June 3, 2026

        The TechTrends Podcast | Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Evolution or Safe Upgrade?

        Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series launched globally in February, going on sale on March 11  and the questions around it have…
        February 4, 2026

        The TechTrends Podcast | When a Nation Talks: The Safaricom Sale Question

        From M-Pesa to mobile data, Safaricom powers how millions of Kenyans live, work, and connect. So when news emerges about…
        January 26, 2026

        The TechTrends Podcast x Africa Tech Summit | How Fincra Is Rebuilding African Payments

        Africa’s fintech story is often told through flashy consumer apps, billion-dollar valuations, and rapid user growth. But beneath all of…
        August 28, 2025

        Bolt Ride-Hailing Safety: Tools, Technology, and Driver-Protection Measures

        In the latest episode of the Tech Trends Podcast, now available everywhere you get your podcasts, Hazel from Bolt joined…

        INTERVIEWS

          October 7, 2026

          Inside Tathmini Africa’s push to make AI-powered career guidance work for Kenya

          For many Kenyan families, choosing a senior school pathway is becoming a complicated exercise in information, interpretation and timing. Learners…
          September 10, 2026

          Interview: Liquid bets on AI as next growth frontier for Africa’s fibre network

          Liquid Intelligent Technologies Kenya is repositioning itself beyond its legacy as a connectivity provider, pushing to layer AI, cloud and…
          June 30, 2026

          ESET’s Allan Juma On The Rising Wave of Cryptocurrency Scams and Cyber Frauds

          Cryptocurrency has been pitched as Africa’s path to financial inclusion, but for a growing number of users, it’s become the…
          May 25, 2026

          ASUS Bets on Offline AI and Long-Term Partnerships as it Deepens Kenya Push

          ASUS is expanding its commercial footprint in Kenya with a strategy built around offline artificial intelligence, SME-targeted products, and partnerships…
          March 13, 2026

          How LG Is Turning AI Into Everyday Value for East African Homes

          Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most talked-about technologies in the world. From global tech conferences to policy…
          March 12, 2026

          Liquid Kenya CEO on How the Company is Building Africa’s AI-Ready Future

          As Africa undergoes a rapid technological evolution, the transition from legacy systems to cutting-edge digital ecosystems is no longer just…
          March 2, 2026

          Trust as Currency: Protecting Kenya’s Digital Economy from Growing Fraud

          There was a time when fraud was mainly a bank’s problem. A suspicious transaction would be flagged, an account frozen,…
          February 5, 2026

          Interview: Samsung’s Product Lead Ryan Mule on The Smartphone as an AI Platform

          As the digital landscape across East Africa shifts from simple connectivity to proactive intelligence, the smartphone is undergoing its most…
          January 30, 2026

          How Safaricom’s T4D Unit is Engineering Social Change

          In the rapidly evolving landscape of African telecommunications, the phrase “Transforming Lives” is often seen on billboards and marketing collateral.…
          December 11, 2025

          Interview | How AI and digital sovereignty are redefining African trade with Webb Fontaine’s Ludovic Thanay

          As the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) gains momentum, the continent stands at a pivotal juncture. The vision of…

          GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

            October 9, 2026

            The Samsung innovations that took smartphones beyond calls and brought AI into everyday life

            Samsung technology innovations have helped shape the way consumers use smartphones, televisions and household appliances,…
            October 3, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S12+ With 3nm Processors, Up to 14.6-Inch AMOLED Displays Launched: Price, Specifications

            Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ have officially been launched in Kenya. …
            September 28, 2026

            Samsung Care+ cuts screen repair costs across East Africa

            Samsung is expanding access to Care+, a service plan that allows owners of eligible Galaxy…
            September 25, 2026

            Tecno wins two IFA innovation awards for modular phone, mini PC

            Smartphone maker Tecno has won two awards at this month’s IFA 2026 consumer electronics trade…
            September 21, 2026

            Samsung begins One UI 9 rollout with new Galaxy AI features for the S26 series

            Samsung has started the One UI 9 rollout to the Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26…
            September 16, 2026

            iPhone 18 Pro introduces new photography tools, improved thermal performance and longer battery life

            The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max introduce a series of camera, performance…
            September 11, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy S26 FE brings Galaxy AI, long-term support and Care+ to Kenya for Ksh 103,000

            Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S26 FE in Kenya, with the latest Fan Edition…
            September 9, 2026

            iPhone 18 Pro overview: Apple refines the iPhone while Duo changes what comes next

            Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro arrives with a familiar shape, but the September 9 launch makes…
            September 9, 2026

            iPhone 18 Pro preview: The iPhones that changed Apple’s formula and what comes next

            Apple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro later today, alongside its first foldable iPhone, according…
            September 9, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the long evolution of Samsung’s Fan Edition strategy

            Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE arrives at a point where the Fan Edition formula has become…
            WATCH
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            Inside The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi | Key Moments with Tawheda Ali
            04:49 February 19, 2026
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            The TechTrends Podcast ft Africa Tech Summit | How Fincra Is Rebuilding African Payments
            26:47 January 26, 2026
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            TechTrends AI Forum Highlights
            00:50 October 9, 2025
            4
            Inside the Huawei Cloud Summit Kenya – Key Moments with Nixon Kanali
            06:28 May 21, 2025
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            The TechTrends Podcast | Inside Bolt's Safety Push
            37:48 August 27, 2025
            6
            The TechTrends Podcast | Unpacking the 2025 Samsung Galaxy A Series
            43:03 August 4, 2025
            7
            The TechTrends Podcast | Stablecoins, Regulation & Africa’s Crypto Growth ft Yellow Card
            49:22 July 7, 2025
            8
            The Tech Connect Podcast #2 | Kids, Tech & Online Safety in Kenya
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            The TechTrends Podcast | Leveraging AI for Enterprise Growth and Digital Transformation in Africa
            10
            Andela CEO on AI, Talent and the Future of Software Development in Africa
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            The TechTrends Podcast | How Verto Is Building Africa's Cross-Border Trade Infrastructure

            REVIEWS

              September 3, 2026

              Samsung’s Galaxy A27 gets more right than wrong, even if one buying dilemma never quite disappears

              The Galaxy A27 is the kind of smartphone that becomes easier to understand after a few days than it is…
              September 2, 2026

              Samsung’s Galaxy A27 feels familiar at first, but the smarter upgrades become clearer with time

              Samsung’s Galaxy A27 doesn’t announce itself with a dramatic redesign. Put it next to last year’s model and the family…
              August 26, 2026

              Samsung Galaxy A27 performance feels solid, with battery life to match

              Samsung’s Galaxy A27 5G feels most convincing when you use it the way most people actually use a phone: jumping…
              August 26, 2026

              Samsung’s Galaxy A27 keeps its cool across PUBG, COD Mobile and Free Fire

              Samsung’s decision to replace Exynos with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 in the Galaxy A27 raises a practical question for…
              August 24, 2026

              Which AI features actually come to the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?

              Samsung wants the Galaxy A27 5G to feel like more than an affordable 5G phone. The company has pushed what…
              December 9, 2025

              Is the Huawei Watch GT 6 the best smartwatch in Kenya?

              Following the success of its predecessors, the Huawei Watch GT 6 has officially landed in the Kenyan market. Positioned as…
              December 9, 2025

              The Huawei MatePad 11.5 could be the best mid-range tablet in Kenya right now

              I have been using the Huawei MatePad 11.5 for about a week now, and honestly, if you are looking for…
              November 15, 2025

              The itel SUPER 26 Ultra Proves a Good Phone Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive

              Itel has traditionally been defined by utility: they make affordable, durable phones that get the job done. However, with the…
              September 1, 2025

              iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Pixel 10 Pro XL Video Showdown Highlights Apple’s Edge

              Each September brings the same ritual: new phones, new promises, and the same question — has Google finally caught up…
              August 10, 2025

              Why Samsung’s A Series Is Becoming the Gateway to Its Entire Galaxy Ecosystem

              Samsung’s latest Galaxy A Series midrange phones—the Galaxy A26, A36, and A56—are doing more than just closing the spec gap.…

              CLOUD

                September 15, 2026

                Adil El Youssefi: How next-generation intelligent infrastructure is powering Africa’s data centre revolution

                Africa’s data centres are changing fast. As the continent’s demand for digital services grows, facilities from Johannesburg to Lagos to…
                September 15, 2026

                Kenya’s data centre market is expanding, but the scale of its AI ambitions will depend on power, capital and demand

                Kenya’s ambition to attract larger artificial intelligence workloads is increasingly being reflected in the infrastructure being planned around the country.…
                September 10, 2026

                AMACO’s Mombasa AI data centre takes shape around dedicated LNG power and GE Vernova turbines

                Greek energy company AMACO Energy Group has brought GE Vernova into its proposed $1.5 billion artificial intelligence data centre in…
                August 25, 2026

                Nigeria moves its sovereign cloud strategy from policy to implementation

                The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched the National Sovereign Cloud Initiative Implementation Taskforce (NSCI-ITF), moving Nigeria’s sovereign…
                August 21, 2026

                AWS to spend $1 billion putting AI engineers inside customer teams

                Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced that it is investing $1 billion in a new team that will place thousands…
                August 18, 2026

                Kenya and AWS build on Konza partnership with new cloud and digital skills push

                Kenya and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are deepening their partnership on cloud computing, artificial intelligence and digital skills after the…
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