November 11, 2026

    Samsung takes the lead in Africa’s smartphone market as rivals face falling sales

    Samsung has taken the lead in Africa’s smartphone market after recording a sharp increase in sales during the second quarter…
    November 10, 2026

    One device, more ways to pay: How LOOP Biz is expanding payment options for merchants

    A customer reaches the counter, confirms what they want to buy and prepares to pay. Some prefer using a debit…

    STARTUPS

      November 9, 2026

      African tech firms pick UK for licences, US for funding, study shows

      African tech companies are increasingly using the UK as a base for licensed operations and customers, while turning to the…
      November 6, 2026

      Kenya targets Sh65 billion in startup financing as venture capital funding falls 45 percent

      The Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) plans to establish a Sh65 billion ($500 million) Kenya startup fund to finance technology…
      November 3, 2026

      Grey secures CBN licence to process remittances into Nigeria

      Cross-border payments company Grey has received approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to operate as an international money…
      November 3, 2026

      African battle royale game Rise of Fearless raises US$1m

      Rise of Fearless, an African-owned battle royale mobile game inspired by African history and culture, has secured US$1 million in…
      October 29, 2026

      Madica gets US$6m from Flourish Ventures to back more African startups

      Madica has secured an additional US$6 million from Flourish Ventures to extend its pre-seed investment programme by three years. It…
      October 16, 2026

      Nithio backs MAX as $29 million funding round accelerates electric mobility expansion across Africa

      Nithio has invested in MAX, extending the Nigerian electric mobility company’s Series B3 funding round to $29 million as it…
      October 15, 2026

      Meta picks 10 Kenyan AI startups for Nairobi pitch contest

      Ten Kenyan startups building on Meta’s artificial intelligence tools will compete for funding and a slot at a global AI…
      October 15, 2026

      Sterling, Cascador launch $200m Nigerian SME loan fund

      Nigerian lender Sterling Bank and growth-stage investor Cascador have launched a $200 million fund to help small and medium-sized enterprises…
      October 13, 2026

      Four Kenyan-Linked Startups Advance to Next Phase of SANAD ElevateHer Programme

      Four Kenya-linked startups have been selected for the next phase of SANAD ElevateHer, a programme supporting businesses across Africa and…
      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…

      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

          November 5, 2026

          Samsung bets on connected living to win over Kenyan homes

          As Samsung rolls out its Connected Living Experience in Kenya, Sam Odhiambo, Head of Consumer Electronics Business at Samsung Kenya,…
          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.…

          GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

            November 11, 2026

            Samsung takes the lead in Africa’s smartphone market as rivals face falling sales

            Samsung has taken the lead in Africa’s smartphone market after recording a sharp increase in…
            November 10, 2026

            Samsung is preparing paid Galaxy AI features as core tools remain free

            Samsung is preparing a Galaxy AI subscription that would give users access to advanced artificial…
            November 2, 2026

            Samsung’s Galaxy A production cuts point to a wider shift in its smartphone strategy

            Samsung is reportedly planning to cut Galaxy A production by at least 10% in 2027…
            November 2, 2026

            Samsung spent four generations refining under-display cameras before dropping them. Could the Galaxy Z Fold9 bring them back?

            Samsung could be preparing to bring back a smartphone camera technology it abandoned after four…
            October 28, 2026

            Samsung opens new retail store in Kitui

            Samsung Electronics East Africa has opened a new outlet in Kitui as the smartphone maker…
            October 28, 2026

            itel Power 80 review: A rugged budget smartphone that puts battery life and everyday durability first

            Itel launched the Power 80 a few months ago, and we’ve been using it for…
            October 28, 2026

            OPPO launches Reno16 series in Kenya from Sh69,999

            Chinese smartphone maker OPPO has launched its Reno16 series in Kenya. The two 5G models…
            October 19, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy A38 and A58 leaks suggest different camera upgrade priorities

            Samsung Galaxy A38 and A58 camera leaks suggest the company’s next midrange smartphones could take…
            October 16, 2026

            TECNO, Safaricom cut POVA Curve 2 5G price by Sh11,000

            Phone maker TECNO has partnered with Safaricom to cut the price of one of its…
            October 16, 2026

            Samsung launches the Galaxy A18 and A08 in Kenya with different priorities for buyers

            Samsung Electronics East Africa has launched the Samsung Galaxy A18 LTE and Galaxy A08 LTE…
            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
            3
            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
            5
            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
            9
            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
            11
            The TechTrends Podcast | How Verto Is Building Africa's Cross-Border Trade Infrastructure

            REVIEWS

              October 28, 2026

              itel Power 80 review: A rugged budget smartphone that puts battery life and everyday durability first

              Itel launched the Power 80 a few months ago, and we’ve been using it for a good amount of time…
              October 16, 2026

              Samsung Galaxy S26 long-term review: The everyday experience, up close

              The year is wrapping up, and after using the Samsung Galaxy S26 way past its honeymoon period., my review comes…
              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…

              CLOUD

                November 10, 2026

                Africa must build own AI capacity as US data centre plans wobble, says ICT body

                Africa must invest in its own data centres and computing capacity or risk being locked out of the artificial intelligence…
                November 5, 2026

                Hans van Linschoten: One grid, many tenants

                Over the past three weeks, this series has made an argument in three steps. Africa does not have to buy…
                November 4, 2026

                Liquid C2’s Cloudmania adds Google Cloud for Kenyan partners

                Liquid C2, through its Cloudmania business, has partnered with Google Cloud to widen access to cloud solutions, technical expertise and…
                November 3, 2026

                Hans van Linschoten: 6G is a 2029 standard and a 2026 decision

                Why Africa’s federated grid is its best preparation for the next network — (Part 3 of 4) Africa’s mobile networks…
                October 19, 2026

                Hans van Linschoten: After the data centre – Africa’s missing platform layer

                Against the backdrop of ITW Africa in Nairobi last week, the conversation around Africa’s digital future has moved further up the stack. John…
                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…
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