October 29, 2026

    LOOP launches all-in-one merchant platform for Kenyan SMEs

    NCBA Group’s digital financial services arm, LOOP DFS, has launched LOOP BIZ+, a merchant platform that combines payment acceptance, working…
    October 28, 2026

    Fuliza borrowers rise to 18.1m as merchant loans sour

    Safaricom more than doubled the number of Kenyans eligible to borrow on Fuliza to 18.1 million in the year to…

    STARTUPS

      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…
      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…

      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 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…
            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…
            October 13, 2026

            HiHome expands Nairobi presence with new store at The Hub Karen

            HiHome Appliances has opened a new store at The Hub Karen in Nairobi, expanding its…
            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. …
            WATCH
            1 / 11 Videos
            1
            Inside The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi | Key Moments with Tawheda Ali
            04:49 February 19, 2026
            2
            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

                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…
                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…
                Back to top button
                ×