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Oppo F3 Barcelona edition with 18K gold-plated club insignia is launching in Kenya.
OPPO has announced that it will be launching a special Oppo F3 Barcelona edition in Kenya soon. The smartphone has…
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Oppo F3 Review: Great selfie camera, but is it worth spending your cash on?
It has been a month since Chinese phone maker Oppo unveiled the Oppo F3 smartphone in the Kenyan market. You…
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Battle For Superiority: TECNO Camon CX vs The Oppo F3
The TECNO Camon CX and the Oppo F3 are probably the hottest camera smartphones in the market right now. The…
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Oppo F3 Unboxing and first impressions
OPPO Mobile launched the F3, its latest selfie-focused smartphone with dual selfie cameras in the country a couple of…
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Oppo F3 With Dual Selfie Camera Launches in Kenya for Kshs. 33,000
Oppo Mobile finally unveiled the much awaited Oppo F3 smartphone with dual selfie camera in the Kenyan market yesterday. The…
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The OPPO F3 Dual Selfie Camera is coming on 15th in Kenya
OPPO is set to launch yet another smartphone in the country. The company will be launching the dual selfie camera…
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Safaricom Partners with Quickmart to Expand 4G & 5G Home Internet Access Across Kenya
The Safaricom strategic partnership with top retailer Quickmart is aimed at enhancing access to its 4G and 5G home internet…
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HMD ARC First Look Review: A Surprisingly Capable Android Go Phone
HMD Arc, the company’s latest entry smartphone, is finally in the country, and I got to play around with it…
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Mart Networks Unveils Cybersecurity Offering for Fintechs
Mart Networks, a leading cybersecurity distributor in Africa and the Middle East, has announced the launch of a dedicated cybersecurity…
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Over 2,000 Delegates to Gather in Diani for the Connected Africa Summit 2025
Kenya is set to host the Connected Africa Summit 2025 from May 26 to May 29, 2025, at the Diamonds…
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Huawei Cloud Summit 2025: Kenya Launches AI & Cloud Pioneer Initiative
Kenya has launched a new initiative to establish itself as a regional hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing.…
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AI Max: New Google AI Tool Empowers African SMEs
Google has announced the global beta rollout of AI Max for Search Campaigns, an upgrade to its Search Ads platform…
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Seven Organizations Challenge Internet Shutdowns in Kenya
Seven organizations have filed a landmark public interest case challenging the unlawful disruption of internet access in Kenya. The organizations…
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Huawei HCS 8.5 Launched in Kenya With Local AI and 120+ Cloud Services
Huawei has officially introduced Huawei HCS 8.5 in Kenya, heralding a big milestone for the country on its quest to…
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Kenya’s AI Future: The Role of Huawei Cloud in Driving Digital Innovation
Fast-tracking AI and cloud implementation, Kenya is asserting its supremacy as a digital center in Africa; Huawei Cloud is a…
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How Huawei Is Powering Kenya’s Digital Transformation Through 5G, AI & Clean Energy
As Kenya speeds toward a digitally connected future, Huawei is still one of the engines powering this transformation. At the…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Boosts MSP Growth with New MSP Elevate Program
Sophos has launched MSP Elevate, a new business-accelerating program for managed service providers (MSPs). With the new program, the cybersecurity…
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Huawei and Equity Launch ICT Academy at Open University of Kenya
Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Equity Group Foundation, today announced the official launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the…
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BUSINESS
Epson’s Heat-Free EcoTank and Fiery Power FY24 Growth and Profit Surge
Global Technology Company Epson announced a 38.4 percent growth in profit for the financial year ended 31 March 2025 (FY 2024). Consolidated…
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Huawei Kenya Cloud Summit 2025 Scheduled for This Friday
Tech giant Huawei is gearing up to host its flagship Cloud Summit event in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 15, 2025. …
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E-Mobility Manufacturer Roam Ranked Kenya’s Fastest-Growing Company
Roam, the Nairobi-based electric mobility manufacturer, has been named Kenya’s fastest-growing company and among Africa’s top 40 in the 2025…
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Co-Working Space Workable Bags IFC’s Global Eco-Friendly Certification
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has awarded Workable, the Kenyan co-working space, the EDGE global certification. The certification recognises environmentally…
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TechTrends Podcast | Real Vs Fake QLED: The Truth You Should Know ft Samsung’s Sam Odhiambo
In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Odhiambo, Head of Consumer Electronics Business at Samsung Electronics…
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Unlocking Africa’s Generative AI Potential: The Path to $103 Billion in Annual Value
Generative AI has rapidly become a transformative force across the globe and is slowly beginning to attract attention for its…
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Safaricom, iXAfrica Partner to Launch East Africa’s First AI-Ready Data Centre
Safaricom has partnered with iXAfrica Data Centre, Kenya’s hyperscale-ready data centre operator, to deliver East Africa’s first AI-ready data centre…
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Gadgets
OPPO Find N5 Launched in Kenya: More Than Just a Thin Foldable
OPPO has officially announced the launch of the OPPO Find N5 in Kenya, a great milestone for foldable smartphones in…
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TRENDING
The Best Books by Margaret Atwood Beyond The Handmaid’s Tale
Margaret Atwood may always be linked to her haunting dystopia in “The Handmaid’s Tale” but her bookshelf runs deeper than…
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Why Kenya is Emerging as a Great Market for Forex Traders
With a growing economy, improved financial infrastructure, and an increasing tech-savvy population, Kenya is rapidly becoming Africa’s most attractive destination…
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AI Kenya Breakfast Summit 2.0 Ignites Africa’s Conversational AI Revolution
On the 15th of May will be the meeting of industry leaders, AI innovators, and visionary enterprises at the AI…
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Zoho Launches AI Capabilities in Low-Code Development Platform
Zoho Corporation has today announced the launch of new services and features within Zoho Creator, the company’s low-code application development…
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The Rise of Female Tech Founders in Africa
In recent years, Africa has witnessed an encouraging surge in the number of female tech founders who are reshaping the…
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Why Remote Work Is Still Productive, and Here to Stay
For years, since the pandemic happened, many employers have questioned whether working from home could match the productivity of an…
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High Court Halts Skiza, Hello Tune Payments: A Turning Point for Music Royalties in Kenya
In a landmark ruling, the High Court has ruled that royalties paid by Skiza and Hello Tune to CMOs should…
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Mobile Internet Gender Gap in Africa Shrinks, But 205 Million Women Still Offline
According to the new GSMA Mobile Economy Report, published by the global association for mobile operators, in 2024, sub-Saharan Africa…
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Adinkra Fellowship Opens Applications for Africa’s Emerging Leaders
The Adinkra Fellowship has opened applications for its inaugural 2026 cohort. This leadership initiative invites 20 emerging Black leaders under…
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Kenya’s Finance Bill 2025: Messaging or Meaningful Reform?
The Kenya Finance Bill 2025 carries a reckonable dark history of perception management attempts of illusions created by William Ruto’s…
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Inside the Ethiopia Mobile Duopoly: What Ethio Telecom and Safaricom’s Next Moves Mean for the Market
In Ethiopia, the mobile duopoly consists of the state-run Ethio Telecom and privately run Safaricom Ethiopia, and it is evolving…
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Singapore AI Safety Blueprint Seeks to Bridge Global Divides in AI Governance
During a period that had seen accelerating AI breakthroughs, the Singapore AI Safety Blueprint represents an incursion for international cooperation…
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Gadgets
How to Spot a Genuine Samsung QLED TV Kenya Model: A Buyer’s Guide
In a world cluttered with tech buzzwords, QLED TVs now stand out in electronics stores, promising luxurious viewing experiences. After…
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Trump Fires Copyright Director Amid AI Controversy Over Musk’s Data Ambitions
The firing of Copyright director Shira Perlmutter is a truly shocking move. It comes mere days after the U.S. Copyright…
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VFS Global Taps SAP Solutions to Enhance Digital Cross-Border Mobility
SAP has announced that VFS Global will leverage its software to help it develop leading-edge AI-powered digital solutions for cross-border…
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Bolt, Absa Empower 100 Nairobi Drivers with Financial Literacy Training
100 Bolt drivers have benefited from financial literacy training provided by Absa Bank Kenya, aimed at promoting the financial stability…
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Is Konza Technopolis Progress Finally Living Up to Its Silicon Savannah Dream?
Kenya’s most ambitious smart city project, Konza Technopolis, evolves slowly but determinedly. The project is called Africa’s Silicon Savannah and…
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Safaricom FY25 Results: M-PESA and Mobile Data Lead the Charge in Kenya and Beyond
Safaricom PLC declared resilient Safaricom FY25 results, showcasing stellar growth despite macroeconomic issues in East Africa. Revenue was up by…
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Samsung QLED TVs Now Certified for Real Quantum Dot Display
Samsung Electronics today announced that its latest lineup of QLED TVs has received ‘Real Quantum Dot Display’ certification from TÜV…
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TechTrends Podcast | Freedom vs. Control: The Case for Regulating Social Media in Kenya
In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that has sparked protests, policy debates, and some pretty…
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Bayobab Launches New Uganda-Kenya Fibre Connectivity Route
Bayobab, MTN Group’s digital infrastructure company, has unveiled a new strategic fibre route connecting Uganda and Kenya. The company says…
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Jumia Profitability Outlook: Can Africa’s E-Commerce Giant Rebound by 2027?
Jumia Technologies, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, announced a loss of just $16.5 million in Q1 2025, a much smaller loss…
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Safaricom Lipa Mdogo Mdogo Device Sales Hit 2 Million
Safaricom’s device financing program, Lipa Mdogo Mdogo, has achieved a significant milestone by selling over 2 million 4G smartphones since…
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Airtel Money IPO 2026: Can It Disrupt Africa’s Mobile Payments Market?
In a plan set forth by Airtel Africa, Airtel Money is to be listed by the first half of 2026.…
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CYBER SECURITY
Gemini Nano Powers Chrome AI Scam Protection—What It Means for Your Online Safety
Chrome AI scam protection feature is now live and is perhaps the boldest initiative yet toward secure browsing. Google revealed…
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AI for Every Student: How the UAE’s Education Overhaul Could Spark a Worldwide Shift in Learning
The United Arab Emirates stands on the verge of integrating artificial intelligence into education, being among the frontrunners with such…
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Meta Stablecoin Strategy: How It Could Transform Creator Payouts in 2025
In 2019, Meta (then Facebook) started the Libra Project, an ambitious attempt at creating a universal currency. But it was…
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Inside the Apple Google Search Disruption: AI Rivals, Safari Shake-Up, and $150B Fallout
This unfolding saga within the tech rivalry between Google and Apple is about the shifting user behavior in mobile search.…
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Is M-Pesa 2.0 Upgrade Enough to Keep Airtel Money at Bay? Here’s What Safaricom’s $309M Bet Means
Making its boldest move with M-Pesa 2.0 upgrade, Safaricom, however, is investing over $309 million annually to transform the mobile…
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Why Outdoor Advertising is Important for Brand Visibility
You see it every day—billboards on highways, posters at bus stops, digital advertising screens in shopping malls, and even ads…
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Kenya’s EV Charging Infrastructure: 45 New Chargers Across 6 Counties—What It Means for E-Mobility
Kenya is charging ahead in spearheading sustainable transportation with 45 new locations for electric vehicle (EV) charging laid out in…
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LG and MediaTek Showcase Mobility Solution at Auto Shanghai 2025
LG Electronics (LG), and MediaTek, a global semiconductor company, showcased their Android-based Concurrent Multi-User (CMU) framework applied to In-Vehicle Infotainment…
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Apple AI Search Shift: How Replacing Google Could Reshape the Web
In a courtroom in San Francisco, packed with lawyers, journalists, and tech insiders, and speaking first, Eddy Cue dropped a…
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Tech Giants Including AWS, Google, and Cisco to Headline Connected Africa Summit 2025
Global technology powerhouses, including AWS, Google, Cisco, HPE, CheckPoint, Fortinet, and other influential players have confirmed their participation and support…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Raises Data Theft Concerns Amid Surge of Chinese Cars in France
The recent success of the Shanghai Motor Show is a strong indicator of the growth of the Chinese automotive sector,…
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Why Play Live Casino Games?
For a long time, online casino players felt like there was something missing from these platforms. The experience of playing…
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Airtel Kenya Rolls Out AI-Powered Spam Alert Service
Airtel Kenya on Wednesday launched an artificial intelligence (AI)- powered Spam Alert Service to enhance mobile security for its customers. The…
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Kenya Orders Worldcoin to Delete Biometric Data
In a landmark decision highlighting growing concerns over digital privacy, the Kenyan High Court has ordered Worldcoin to delete all…
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Onafriq Partners with Circle to Power USDC Remittances and Cross-Border Payments
Onafriq, Africa’s largest payments gateway, and Circle, stablecoin market leader and issuer of USDC, have announced their strategic partnership to transform…
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BUSINESS
Cash is still King: CDMs and Self-Service Banking Rise in Kenya
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are unable to pay for a product or service, simply…
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Why Hacking Remains the Top Cybersecurity Threat
In the fast-growing digital world, our reliance on technology has become inescapable, with individuals communicating online via social media to…
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CYBER SECURITY
The Increasing Threat of Cyberbullying in the Age of Social Media
Cyberbullying: As technology advances, bullying is also evolving from in-person harassment, where someone might mock your appearance, outfit, or social…
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How the African Development Bank’s Evolution Could Shape Africa’s Digital Future
Later this month, a new president will be selected by the board of governors of the African Development Bank (AfDB).…
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TechTrends Media Launches The Green Shift Podcast: Exploring Sustainability and Innovation in Africa
Nairobi, Kenya – May 5, 2025: TechTrends Media, a leading technology and innovation platform in Africa, is excited to introduce…
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WhatsApp AI Privacy Features Now Live — 3B Users, Zero Compromise on Security
Meta officially announced that WhatsApp has now surpassed 3 billion monthly active users, one of only a handful of applications…
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Airtel Partners with SpaceX to Offer Starlink Connectivity in Africa
Airtel Africa announced today an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in Africa. Currently,…
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Social Media
Inside the Meta Threads Evolution: Why This Platform Is No Longer Just Instagram’s Little Brother
The evolution of Threads by Meta marks a substantial change in the platform’s strategy, crowning it as an independent service…
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X 4K Video Uploads: A New Era for Social Media Content?
X, formerly Twitter, has launched 4K video uploads for its premium subscribers, which starts a change in video strategy on…
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Kenya Fibre Optic Expansion: A Sh10 Billion Bet on Connectivity
Kenya’s fibre optic expansion is the most important project in Kenya’s ambitious Digital Superhighway plan. The purpose is to raise…
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NCBA AIG Kenya Acquisition: Sh266M Gain and Bold Strategy
The acquisition of AIG Kenya by NCBA has proved to be a big strategic gamble by NCBA Group and gave…
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Kenya’s Proposed 16% VAT on Streaming: What You Should Know
Kenya’s anticipated Finance Bill 2025 brings into focus the proposal to impose a 16% VAT on streaming services. Consumers and…
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What Kenya Smart Cities Bill Means for Counties
Kenya is positioning itself to decentralize the digital future; hence, counties may be the ones to conceptualize the vision. The…
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BUSINESS
Equity Bank and Carrefour Partner with Amex to Enable Card Payments
Equity Bank and Carrefour have entered into a strategic partnership with American Express (Amex), enabling Equity Bank Amex cardholders to…
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CYBER SECURITY
The End of Passwords? World Password Day 2025 Explains the Shift to Passkeys
World Password Day 2025 is not simply an annual reminder; it is a notable milepost along the path of cybersecurity…
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CYBER SECURITY
Microsoft Passwordless Future Explained: What Passkeys Mean for Your Digital Security
Effective May 2025, Microsoft has adopted passwordless login as the default for all new accounts, a decisive step toward making…
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UAE Dirham-Backed Stablecoin: Shaping the Middle East’s Digital Currency Future
One of the latest bold steps that the UAE has taken in the direction of advancing digital currency is the…
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Ex-citi, Goldman, Barclays Compliance Firm Hits $1M in First Year, Expands to EMEA
de Risk Partners, a financial regulatory compliance consultancy founded by former executives from Citigroup, Barclays, and Goldman Sachs is celebrating…
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The Dark Side of Big Exits: What Africa’s Startup Ecosystem Should Focus On Instead
The recent acquisition of Paystack by Stripe has been hailed as a landmark achievement for Africa’s startup ecosystem. Much as…
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MTN Nigeria Q1 2025 Performance: A Strong Recovery Despite Economic Challenges
MTN Nigeria has reported a fantastic profit after tax of ₦133.7 billion in financial results for Q1 2025, unlike a…
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Africa’s Digital Rights Under Scrutiny: Londa 2024 Report Reveals Gains and Gaps in Online Freedoms
While gaining access to the internet has become not just a convenience but a human right. Yet, Africa’s digital rights…
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How Kenya Is Emerging as a Global Leader in AI Adoption
Kenya has emerged as a leading nation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption, ranking third in the world according to the…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Launches 3rd Go-Getter Internship Cohort
NCBA on Friday announced the launch of the 3rd cohort of its Go Getter Internship Programme. The program aims to…
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Startups
Kenyan Online Pharmacy MYDAWA Raises New Round of Funding
MYDAWA, the Kenyan digital health platform, has secured a new funding round to expand its services across East Africa. The…
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i3 Backs 7 African Pharmacy Startups with Up to $225K Support
Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), a pan-African initiative to support African healthtech startups, has announced its 3rd cohort of 7…
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Investment Firm C-One Ventures Acquires Nigerian Fintech, Bankly
Bankly, a Nigerian fintech company and licensed microfinance bank, has announced the full acquisition of its Nigerian operations by investment…
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Snapchat 5-Tab Interface: A Strategic Shift to Revive User Engagement
Snapchat scrapped plans for a simplified version of the app late in 2024, when it was being tested. First intended…
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How Virtual Influencers Are Changing Marketing and Social Media
In the fast-evolving world of marketing and social media, virtual influencers have emerged as a fascinating phenomenon, capturing the eyes…
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BUSINESS
Bolt Launches Labour Day Campaign Rewarding Kenyans with Ksh.100,000 Getaway
As the country prepares to mark Labour Day, Bolt has launched a campaign aimed at celebrating the resilience, determination, and daily hustle…
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Standard Chartered Launches Cohort 8 of its Women in Tech Program
Standard Chartered, in partnership with @iBizAfrica, Strathmore University and Village Capital, have officially launched cohort 8 of Women in Tech…
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The Google Play Store Decline: Google’s New Rules Behind the App Purge
The Google Play Store decline has raised eyebrows across the tech ecosystem. The apps in the Play Store have declined…
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Meta AI App Merges Voice, Social, and Data—Here’s the Privacy Catch
The Meta AI app, the latest launch by Meta, can be aptly tagged as the world’s first social artificial intelligence…
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Calla PR Launches Solution to Help Businesses Test Products Pre-market
Public Relations and Strategic Communications firm, Calla PR, has launched a new solution designed to help businesses test products and…
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Ghana-Based Energy Startup Kofa Raises $8.1m to Expand Across East and West Africa
Ghanaian energy tech company Kofa has raised $8.1 million in a pre-Series A round to expand its battery-swapping network across…
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CYBER SECURITY
2024 Zero-Day Cybersecurity Report: What Google Didn’t Reveal About AI, N-Day, and Supply Chain Risks
While Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) 2024 Zero-Day Cyber Security Report highlights valuable intelligence around zero-day exploits that have reached…
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Airtel Money Upgrade This Weekend: Expect Downtime – and a 100% Cashback Reward
The world of mobile money transactions is becoming more and more dynamic in today’s fast-changing digital environment. Airtel Money, one…
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