March 23, 2026

    Safaricom’s M-Pesa Update Masks Phone Numbers and Ends an Era of Open Customer Data

    The digital footprints left behind after a simple 500-shilling transfer are about to shrink. Starting Tuesday, 24 March 2026, Safaricom…
    March 23, 2026

    Mobile Number Ruling in Kenya Complicates Telco Operations

    On March 19, 2026, the High Court placed a mobile number in the same legal space as personal data. Justice…

    STARTUPS

      March 12, 2026

      South African AI startup Yazi Secures First Institutional Funding at $1.6M Valuation

      Yazi, a South African AI-native research startup, has officially closed its first institutional funding round, valuing the company at R30…
      March 12, 2026

      The Invisible AI Layer Now Organizing Parts of Africa’s Public Health Systems

      Technology stories often unfold in laboratories or startup accelerators. Healthcare systems operate somewhere very different: crowded clinics, delayed ambulances, and…
      March 11, 2026

      African Digital Commerce Is Taking Shape Inside Message Threads Rather Than the Online Stores People Expected

      WhatsApp is becoming Africa’s commerce infrastructure. Across cities and smaller towns from Lagos to Nairobi, thousands of merchants run daily…
      February 26, 2026

      Spiro Raises US$50 Million to Expand Battery-Swapping Network

      Spiro, the continent’s leading electric mobility company, has successfully raised $50 million in debt financing to aggressively expand its battery-swapping…
      February 24, 2026

      Venture Money Built Fairmoney, Deposits Now Demand Something More Concrete

      Nigeria’s digital loan boom was built on urgency. School fees due. Rent overdue. A trader short on stock before the…
      February 19, 2026

      African Startup Funding in 2025 Hit $3.9B as Local Investors Take Control

      African startup funding reached $3.9 billion across more than 500 deals in 2025. On its face, that figure restores a…
      February 17, 2026

      The Money Keeps Coming, Just Not for Everyone, as Clean Energy Firms Pull Ahead in Kenya’s Startup Race

      Venture capital tends to carry a story about expansion. More deals, more founders, more ideas entering the market. Yet the…
      February 16, 2026

      HAVAÍC’s US$50 Million African Innovation Fund 3 Achieves Third Close

      Cape Town-headquartered venture capital (VC) firm HAVAÍC has announced the third close of its US$50 million African Innovation Fund 3…
      February 11, 2026

      Cross Border Payments Remain Africa’s Most Persistent Infrastructure Problem

      The conversation around African fintech often begins with access and scale. Fincra CEO Wole Ayodele approached it from a different…
      February 11, 2026

      African Fintech Growth Runs Into the Hard Limits of Trust, Regulation, and Sustainable Scale

      The conversation around African fintech has matured, or at least it sounds different now. At Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, the…

      THE TECHTRENDS PODCAST

        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…
        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.…
        August 4, 2025

        The TechTrends Podcast | Unpacking the 2025 Samsung Galaxy A Series

        In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, host Nixon Kanali sits down with Ryan Mule, B2B Key Account Manager –…
        July 14, 2025

        The TechTrends Podcast | Empowering Kenyan Youths Through AI: Inside the OI Lead Initiative

        How can AI literacy unlock a brighter future for Kenyan youth? In this virtual episode of The TechTrends Podcast, host…

        INTERVIEWS

          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…
          December 6, 2025

          From rural Kenya to Africa’s Business Heroes: The story of BuuPass through the lens of co-founder Wyclife Omondi

          Wyclife Omondi’s journey to the Top 10 finalists at the 2025 Africa’s Business Heroes Edition is rooted in a deeply…
          October 20, 2025

          [Interview] Driving Pan-African Connectivity with CSquared’s Samuel Owusu Yeboah

          CSquared is building the digital backbone that will connect Africa. In this exclusive TechTrends Media conversation, Samuel Owusu Yeboah, Group…
          October 1, 2025

          [Interview] George Mudhune on Strategy, Growth and Renewable Energy Access in Africa

          Africa’s business and energy sectors are entering a period of rapid transformation, where innovation and sustainability must go hand in…
          August 4, 2025

          [Interview] Botswana Bets on Innovation with MIT to Build a Post-Mineral Economy

          Botswana has taken a bold step toward redefining its economic future through a groundbreaking partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of…

          GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

            March 23, 2026

            Infinix NOTE 60 Pro in Kenya: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 Powers a Creator-First Midrange

            The launch of the Infinix NOTE 60 Pro in Kenya earlier today signals a departure…
            March 23, 2026

            Infinix Launches NOTE 60 Pro in Kenya With a Display on the Back Panel

            Infinix has officially launched the NOTE 60 Pro in Kenya, introducing what the brand describes…
            March 13, 2026

            LG Debuts Puricare Aeromini, A Compact Purifier Built For Small Homes

            LG Electronics (LG) has introduced the LG PuriCare AeroMini, a small air purifier designed to…
            March 12, 2026

            Samsung Marks Historic 20-Year Reign as World’s No. 1 TV Brand

            Samsung Electronics has officially marked two decades as the undisputed leader of the global television…
            March 12, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy S26 Series and Galaxy Buds 4 Series Now Available Worldwide

            Samsung Electronics has announced the global availability of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series alongside the…
            March 9, 2026

            LG Launches Integrated Telematics System For Faster, Smarter Vehicle Connectivity

            LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled a new smart telematics solution designed to improve how vehicles…
            March 2, 2026

            Samsung’s Privacy Display Arrives on Galaxy S26 Ultra as Rivals and MacBooks Explore the Idea

            Smartphone makers have spent years chasing spectacle. Brighter screens, faster refresh rates, marginal gains stacked…
            February 27, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Price in Kenya: Full Breakdown of S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra Models

            Samsung launched its flagship smartphone series, the Galaxy S26 series, this week during their first…
            February 26, 2026

            Samsung’s New Galaxy Buds Chase Better Sound While Turning Your Earbuds Into a Small AI Terminal

            When Samsung unveils a new smartphone generation, the spotlight usually stays fixed on the devices.…
            February 26, 2026

            Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Shows How AI Features Are Starting to Run the Smartphone

            The modern smartphone has sort of reached a plateau. Hardware improvements are incremental, minus the…
            WATCH
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            Inside The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi | Key Moments with Tawheda Ali
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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
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            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
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            The TechTrends Podcast | Unpacking the 2025 Samsung Galaxy A Series
            43:03 August 4, 2025
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            The TechTrends Podcast | Stablecoins, Regulation & Africa’s Crypto Growth ft Yellow Card
            49:22 July 7, 2025
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            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

            REVIEWS

              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.…
              August 10, 2025

              Night Mode Smartphone Photography: How AI and Sensors Capture Stunning Shots in the Dark

              There was a time when taking photos at night with your phone felt like a gamble you were destined to…
              August 5, 2025

              itel CITY 100 Combines Looks, Battery, and Real AI Into a Surprisingly Capable Phone

              Budget phones usually come with strings attached — slow performance, flimsy builds, or features that sound better on paper than…
              July 4, 2025

              Samsung Galaxy A56 Premium Features Deliver Real Value Without the Flagship Cost

              Mid-range phones are no longer the compromise they used to be. The Samsung Galaxy A56 premium features proves that you…
              June 30, 2025

              Samsung Galaxy A56 Performance Review: A Midrange Phone That Feels Like a Flagship

              Samsung Galaxy A56 performance is changing the midrange game. It combines the speed of a flagship-level chipset, intelligent AI tools,…
              June 30, 2025

              Samsung Galaxy A56 Updates Will Evolve With Android and AI Through 2031

              In a market flooded with short-lived Android devices, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is turning heads—not just for its sleek design…

              CLOUD

                February 5, 2026

                Data Sovereignty is Africa’s Next Great Infrastructure Frontier

                For years, a digital paradox has quietly slowed Africa’s economic engines. An email sent between two offices in Nairobi or…
                January 28, 2026

                Choosing a Data Centre Provider in East Africa: A Practical Guide for 2026

                Governments and the private sector in East Africa alike are investing heavily in connectivity, cloud services, e-commerce, fintech and digital…
                January 28, 2026

                iXAfrica to Host Oracle Cloud Region in Nairobi, Kenya

                iXAfrica Data Centre Limited has partnered with Oracle to host the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) region in Nairobi, Kenya iXAfrica…
                January 26, 2026

                Demos Kyriacou | Why Tier III Data Centres Are the Real Play for East Africa

                East Africa’s digital economy is expanding at a rapid pace, driven by rising internet penetration, widespread mobile connectivity, and growing…
                January 19, 2026

                The Day the Cloud Hiccups is Never the Same Everywhere

                Cloud outages now arrive as routine events in a system built at planetary scale. A misconfigured database, an automated rollback…
                December 15, 2025

                From maritime gateway to digital hub: Mauritius Telecom’s cloud transformation

                From the lush, green coastlines of sugarcane fields to the bustling financial center of Port Louis, Mauritius, the “Pearl of…
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