June 22, 2026

    Spiro Secures $55M Additional Backing from Chinese Investor NewTrails Capital

    Spiro, one of Africa’s leading electric motorcycle and battery-swapping companies has secured an additional $55 million equity investment from NewTrails…
    June 22, 2026

    Millions of Impressions, Modest Payouts: The Reality of X Monetization in Kenya

    X promised creators a new way to earn directly from their audiences. In Kenya, the offer attracted users willing to…

    STARTUPS

      June 22, 2026

      Spiro Secures $55M Additional Backing from Chinese Investor NewTrails Capital

      Spiro, one of Africa’s leading electric motorcycle and battery-swapping companies has secured an additional $55 million equity investment from NewTrails…
      June 19, 2026

      15 African AI Startups Graduate from Google for Startups Accelerator, Raise $1.1M Average

      Fifteen AI-focused startups from eight African countries have completed the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme, with 60% of the…
      June 16, 2026

      PawaPay Hits Three Billion Transactions, Doubling Daily Payment Volumes

      PawaPay has processed three billion successful mobile money transactions through its platform, underscoring the rapid growth of digital payments across…
      June 12, 2026

      Global Airlines Gain a New Route Into African Payments Through Kora

      Kora, a leading payment infrastructure platform, has joined the International Air Transport Association Financial Gateway (IFG), enabling global airlines to…
      June 12, 2026

      24,000 Applications Later, Africa’s Business Heroes Reveals Its Top 100

      Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), the flagship philanthropic programme of the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, has announced its 2026…
      June 12, 2026

      African Startup Funding Remains Concentrated as Four Deals Account for Most of May 2026 Capital

      The shape of African startup funding is becoming easier to identify than the monthly totals themselves. May 2026 produced 37…
      June 12, 2026

      Rwanda’s Drone Experiment Is Becoming Zipline’s Africa Playbook

      A decade after drone deliveries were first entered into African healthcare systems, the industry’s next growth challenge may be arriving…
      June 8, 2026

      Egypt’s Blnk Raises $37m to Deepen Point of Sale Credit for Consumers

      Egyptian fintech Blnk has closed a combined $37.1 million in funding,  comprising a $12.5 million Series A equity round and $24.6…
      June 6, 2026

      Flutterwave and Tempo Partner to Accelerate Blockchain-Based Payments in Africa

      Flutterwave has announced a strategic partnership with Tempo, a blockchain network focused on payments, to advance stablecoin-powered payments and settlements…
      June 5, 2026

      Kibo Africa Maps Out 10,000-Bike Electric Motorcycle Rollout in Kenya

      Kibo Africa is preparing a large-scale rollout of electric motorcycles in Kenya, setting a target of 10,000 units on the…

      THE TECHTRENDS PODCAST

        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…
        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 –…

        INTERVIEWS

          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…
          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…

          GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

            June 15, 2026

            What the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 Reveal About Smartphone Value in 2026

            Samsung’s latest A-series devices, the Samsung Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37, were launched in Kenya…
            June 15, 2026

            ASUS Thinks the 2026 Zenbook DUO Is Ready for More Than Early Adopters

            Asus recently launched the 2026 ZenBook DUO, which is their latest version of it’s dual…
            June 10, 2026

            Oraimo Expands Product Portfolio Across Kenya’s Consumer Tech Market

            Oraimo is widening its presence in Kenya beyond the audio and mobile accessory categories that…
            June 5, 2026

            Gemini Finally Reaches Android Go Devices as Google Retires Assistant Go

            Google has started bringing Gemini to Android Go devices, extending its generative AI platform to…
            June 4, 2026

            MEA Smartphone Market Slips as Pressure Builds on Budget Devices

            Smartphone vendors shipped fewer devices across the Middle East and Africa during the first quarter…
            May 31, 2026

            Leica Sees a Place for Generative AI, Just Not Inside the Cameras It Built Its Name On

            Leica is embracing the rapid growth of artificial intelligence on smartphones while preserving a clear…
            May 29, 2026

            Samsung’s Galaxy A57 Expands AI Search, Editing, and Creator Workflows in the Mid-Range Market

            Samsung Galaxy A57 was launched in the country early this month alongside the  Galaxy A37…
            May 29, 2026

            How Samsung’s Galaxy A37 and A57 Are Rewriting the Rules of Mobile Content

            There’s a moment every content creator knows: the light is perfect, the energy is electric,…
            May 28, 2026

            Sony’s Last Independent Bravia TVs Are Now on the Market

            Sony Group Corp. has introduced a new round of premium Bravia televisions months before its…
            May 21, 2026

            Nothing Brings its Full Smartphone and Audio Range to Kenya

            Nothing, the London-founded consumer electronics brand, has launched its full product range in Kenya, marking…
            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
            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

            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

                June 1, 2026

                Vertiv Powers OADC’s Parklands Data Centre Expansion in Johannesburg

                Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, supported Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a WIOCC Group company, in standardising…
                May 27, 2026

                West Africa’s First Hyperscale-Ready Data Centre Opens in Lagos

                Kasi Cloud Datacenters has commissioned West Africa’s first hyperscale-ready, AI-capable data centre campus in Lekki, Lagos, marking a significant milestone…
                April 23, 2026

                Fixing Africa’s Cloud paradox: Why The Continent’s Digital Future is Still Within Reach

                In its recent piece, ‘Africa can’t build 54 clouds – and importing one won’t fix it,’ TechCabal captures a real and pressing…
                April 23, 2026

                ADG Wins Second Google Cloud Partner of the Year for Africa Award

                Accelera Digital Group (ADG) has been named the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year for Sub-Saharan Africa, marking its…
                April 20, 2026

                Microsoft Adds $329M to South Africa Cloud and AI Buildout

                Microsoft has committed $329 million to expand its cloud infrastructure and artificial intelligence capacity in South Africa, reinforcing the country’s…
                April 17, 2026

                AfriQloud: From Vision to Execution – Building Africa’s Sovereign Digital Economy

                This article is a continuation of “AfriQloud: Reimagining Africa’s digital future through sovereign infrastructure“, which introduced the vision and foundational…
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