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BUSINESS
Kenyan software firm Craft Silicon targets bank customers with a new Buy Now Pay Later product
The Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payment industry in Kenya has recorded strong growth over the last four quarters, supported…
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QED Investors lead $12 million investment in Nigeria’s healthtech startup Remedial Health
Across Africa, 85 percent of retail medicine purchases happen at micro-enterprises, typically neighbourhood pharmacies and) and Proprietary Patent Medicine Vendors…
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Broadcasters in Uganda petition Parliament on adverts
The Committee on ICT and National Guidance is to consider a petition by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) on…
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BUSINESS
Netflix’s crackdown on password sharing fuels subscriber growth
Netflix added 5.9 million new subscribers in the second quarter, its biggest surge in paying users, a clear indication that…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Launches Managed Detection and Response for Microsoft Defender
Sophos has launched Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for Microsoft Defender, a fully-managed offering that provides the industry’s most…
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News
Sama Identifies Kenya as an Ideal Machine Learning Investment Destination
Kenya is set to experience a significant economic boost as Sama, the leader in providing data annotation solutions that power the…
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Liquid Dataport to expand its new fibre routes connecting Angola and Zambia
Liquid Dataport, a business of Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced plans to expand its fibre backbone to connect Luanda, Angola…
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CLOUD
Mukesh Bector: The Future Lies in Cloud Printing Solutions
Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate, and its impact has extended to the print industry as well. Cloud…
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News
Hillary Namunyu: How nongreen companies can apply ClimaTech solutions
This year has seen green-focused startups in Africa get more VC funding compared to other years as the world works towards reducing…
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The government is considering bailing out Telkom Kenya
Telkom Kenya has been hitting the headlines over the last couple of months following its full acquisition by the government…
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News
Kenyan mobility startup Stima secures 100k euro investment from develoPPP Ventures
Stima Mobility, the Kenyan startup providing green tech solutions for the moto-taxi sector (boda boda riders) has secured 100,000 euro in…
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Vertiv Enhances Its Three-Phase UPS Channel Offering in EMEA
Vertiv has announced key enhancements to its dedicated offering for channel distributors and resellers. With these enhancements, Vertiv’s highly-efficient and…
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BUSINESS
Number of Jumia JForce agents in Kenya increase to more than 25000
A new report by Jumia Kenya has highlighted how online marketplaces can bring opportunities to underserved rural regions, by providing…
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BUSINESS
Kenya Power pilots smart poles for its home internet supply business
Kenya Power has been mooting the idea of providing fixed internet for some time now. As of last year, the…
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COLUMNS
Chester Wisniewski : The internal threat – the hidden face of corporate threats
Businesses today face many threats; but if those coming from outside are their main source of concern with a priority…
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News
Samsung launches e-waste collection program in Nairobi
Samsung Electronics East Africa has partnered with home appliances store Housewife’s Paradise to collect e-waste for recycling as part of…
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COLUMNS
Nixon Gecheo: Agtech, a pivotal force driving climate change action in agriculture
The agricultural sector is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for an estimated 19-29% of these emissions…
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News
Rural ISP Mawingu begins expansion to 25 additional counties
Mawingu, the Rural Internet Service Provider (ISP), has begun its network expansion to 25 additional counties across Kenya. This expansion…
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BUSINESS
Branch Kenya loans hit Sh 5.2 billion
Branch Microfinance has disbursed 16.4 million loans to 3.1 million clients in Kenya amounting to Sh 5.2 billion. Branch was…
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News
Mukesh Bector: A Simple Place to Start if You’re Lagging on Digital Transformation
Digital transformation: we’ve all heard the phrase a thousand times. It’s a buzz word that’s been around for a couple…
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News
B2B E-commerce startup Wasoko to invest over $1 million in Zambia
Wasoko has revealed plans to invest over $1 million in Zambia. The B2B retail and e-commerce made this announcement even…
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CYBER SECURITY
South African government is now prime target for threat actors
The South African government has now become the main target for global threat actors, with less focus now being put…
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News
Safaricom extends Fuliza to business owners on Lipa Na M-PESA
After launching Fuliza to all subscribers on its mobile money platform M-Pesa in January 2019, Safaricom is now extending the…
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CYBER SECURITY
Huawei targets Cloud Storage and AI systems with new cyber security service
Huawei Technologies has launched its latest cyber security service targeting the Kenyan private and public sectors deepening the use of cloud…
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News
Huib van de Grisjparde: It’s time to evolve Kenya’s urban transportation
Kenya, a stunning country with diverse cultures and landscapes, has seen significant growth in the motorcycle community in recent years.…
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News
Flutterwave selects Nairobi, Kenya as its regional headquarters for East Africa
Flutterwave, the African fintech firm is setting up its regional headquarter for East Africa in Nairobi Kenya. This announcement was…
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Netflix has injected Sh23.5 billion into the production of African films since 2016
Movie streaming giant Netflix has spent KSh.23.5 billion ($175 million) in the production of films in Africa since it entered…
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News
Visa Everywhere Initiative 2023 applications open in Kenya
Payments firm Visa has opened applications for the 2023 edition of the Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI). The global open innovation…
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News
20th edition of East Africa Com tech event to be hosted in Nairobi
East Africa’s premier technology, telecommunication, media, and broadcasting event East Africa Com will return to Nairobi on 25-26 April after a…
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News
Huawei urges government to allocate more spectrum to local telcos for 5G expansion
Additional investment in spectrum for future mobile network usage is important in anticipation of the exponential growth of 5G connectivity…
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Kenya to launch first satellite next week
The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has announced that the country will launch its first operational satellite next week in a…
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LG introduces its new lineup of home appliances
LG Electronics has unveiled its second-generation LG SIGNATURE home appliance line-up. The line-up, first unveiled at the LG Showcase MEA…
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Spotify invests in Ghana’s community recording studio Vibrate Space
Spotify on Tuesday announced a new investment in Vibrate Space from its Creator Equity Fund to support emerging artists in…
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[Interview] Western Digital’s Ghassan Azzi on the firm’s hardware storage products and plans for the Kenyan market
Western Digital is one of the biggest players in the computer drive manufacturing and data storage industry. With its headquarters…
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AWS opens applications for its inaugural FinTech Africa Accelerator : How to apply
Amazon Web Services’ Startup Loft Accelerator has announced the inaugural launch of its AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator. The program is…
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[Interview] VENCO’s Reagan Mbitiru on how the proptech startup is helping manage African properties
The adoption of technology in the real estate management sector is still a very infant idea. There aren’t many solutions…
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BUSINESS
SYSPRO’s new ERP delivers cutting-edge capabilities to manufacturers
Global ERP software provider SYSPRO has announced new capabilities in its most recent ERP version. The new version comes with enriched functionality for improved…
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News
Fawzia Ali appointed new Safaricom Chief Consumer Business Officer
Safaricom has confirmed the appointment of Fawzia Ali as its new Chief Consumer Business Officer. Fawzia has been holding the…
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Mukesh Bector: The Ingredients of Tech Innovation
Time only moves in one direction, and with it, we must keep evolving. Technology has become central to our development…
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Featured
The Benefits of Using Cryptocurrency at Online Casinos
As the popularity of cryptocurrency continues to soar, people have become more and more interested in using it as a…
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News
Africa Data Centres Deploys Infrastructure Management Solutions Across its Facilities
Africa Data Centres (ADC) has partnered with TechAccess to implement Data Centre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solutions across its facilities. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Endpoint Security Advancements Improve Cyberthreat Defenses and Streamline Management
Sophos has introduced innovative advancements to its portfolio of industry-leading endpoint security offerings. New adaptive active adversary protection; Linux malware…
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News
Western Digital’s 22TB external drives now available for purchase in Kenya
Western Digital has announced the availability of its new WD Purple Pro 22TB CMR hard drives in Kenya. The company…
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News
[Interview] Sophos’ Julie Davila on being a woman leader in the cybersecurity field
Cybersecurity has become one of the biggest global challenges facing businesses around the world. The industry is always shifting as…
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Kenyan government Jitume ICT Labs to empower youths with digital skills
The Government of Kenya has launched the first regional Jitume ICT Labs in Uasin Gishu and Bungoma Counties, in a…
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Here comes Showfa, Nairobi’s newest commission free ride-hailing company
Nairobi has welcomed its newest ride-hailing company known as Showfa, which will compete for the same cake with brands such…
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Blockchain
ALEX OWITI: Will Blockchain be the “Messiah” Cyber security Saviour?
Deloitte’s global blockchain and cyber security experts from around the globe in their 2017 report looked at blockchain technology security from…
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News
Tech Nation, a UK-Based non-profit tech talent acquisition firm is shutting down
For slightly over one decade, Tech Nation, a non-profit UK-based organization has been providing assistance to global tech talent, outsourcing…
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[Interview] JuicyScore’s Mikhail Marchenko on why fintechs should invest in risk management solution
JuicyScore, a global leader in anti-fraud and risk management solutions entered the Kenyan market recently. The firm offers anti-fraud and…
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South African fintech Jumo appoints former ICT CS Joe Mucheru as president
JUMO, a South African fintech has appointed former ICT Cabinet secretary Joe Mucheru as the president. In his new role,…
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BUSINESS
Konza kicks off access to affordable financing talks for its investors
Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) has initiated talks with financiers who will provide access to affordable and long-term credit to…
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Nigeria’s Commodities Exchange Firm AFEX Expands to Uganda
After expanding its commodities exchange business in Kenya in June last year, Nigeria’s AFEX is now expanding to Uganda. Similar…
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Mukesh Bector: What Will Work Look Like In 2030?
The world of work and industry has changed immeasurably in the past few years. Remote working and automation have become…
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CLOUD
Africa Data Centres breaks ground for new Sh2bn Sameer facility in Nairobi
Africa Data Centres has officially broken ground on an additional data centre facility in Nairobi. The new build will see…
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News
Samsung supports SDGs with more than $10M contribution to UNDP
Samsung Electronics has announced that the company has reached a significant milestone in its journey to advance the Sustainable Development…
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US Telco Equinix to build $160 million data center in South Africa
Equinix, an American telecommunications company that specializes in internet connection and data centers has announced a $160 million investment to…
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Nigeria is working on a law recognizing cryptocurrency as legal tender
Nigeria’s House of Representatives is working on a law that may soon recognize cryptocurrency as legal tender, alongside other forms…
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[Interview] African governments must release spectrum to increase 5G adoption, Qualcomm’s Elizabeth Migwalla says
In October this year, Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom officially went commercial with 5G in Kenya, joining a number of other…
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Startups
VC fund Ventures Platform closes its pan-African and early-stage fund at $46M
Ventures Platform, a pan-African early-stage Venture Capital firm has today announced the final close of its intercontinental fund, at $46M. …
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Ex-Jumia executives launch new e-commerce platform
Former Jumia executives have teamed up to launch a new e-commerce company called “Kapu”. Launched on Monday, the new platform…
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News
Kenyan Smartphone Reseller Badili Has Raised $2.1 Million in Pre-Seed Funding
Badili Africa, a company that allows customers to trade in their old phones for new ones at friendly prices has…
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Nigerian food-tech Orda raises $3.4 million seed round to digitize African restaurants
Nigerian food-tech platform Orda announced has raised a $3.4 million seed round to further digitize food businesses across the continent.…
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Online fraudsters using sophisticated software to access digital loans, JuicyScore
Cases of fraudsters illegally accessing digital loans from fintech platforms in Africa have been on the rise over the last…
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CYBER SECURITY
Criminals “Follow the Money” by Commercializing Cybercrime, Sophos report
A new Sophos today published its 2023 Threat Report has detailed how the cyberthreat landscape has reached a new level…
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News
Vodacom Tanzania has expanded M-Pesa to 8 SADC Countries
Tanzania’s leading telecommunications company Vodacom has announced the expansion of its International Money Transfer (IMT) services to eight new countries…
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Mastercard and Cellulant announce digital commerce payments partnership
Mastercard and Cellulant have partnered to allow Cellulant customers across Africa to shop and pay online with global merchants wherever…
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News
Why the New LG RAC Dual Cool Inverter is not your ordinary Air Conditioner
Compared to many African countries, Kenya has a pleasant temperature. However, some parts of the country tend to be hotter than others…
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News
Flourish Ventures launches Madica, an Africa-focused program to invest in pre-seed stage startups
Flourish Ventures, a global fintech venture capital firm has launched Madica, an investment program for pre-seed stage technology startups in…
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News
15 Fintech startups selected for CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa 2022 program announced
LHoFT has announced the 15 fintech startups that have been selected to participate in the fifth edition of the CATAPULT: Inclusion…
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Blockchain
Cryptocurrency: 6 Ways To Increase It And Where
Cryptocurrency has been around for a while, so how do you get more of it if you’re still new? In…
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News
Safaricom and Faiba lead with fastest internet speeds in the country, report
A report by Ookla, a research firm that tracks internet speeds across the world has revealed that Safaricom and Faiba…
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TECNO FAN Club Launched at The University of Nairobi
TECNO has partnered with the University of Nairobi to launch the TECNO Fan Club at the learning institution. The Fan…
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CLOUD
EIJI OTA: Cloud services can bring the benefits of automation to every print business
It’s frustrating for small business owners to hear about great solutions that boost productivity, streamline processes and remove unseen costs,…
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News
Copia Global announces new executive regional appointments
Last-mile delivery and eCommerce platform Copia Global has announced new appointments in its leadership as it focuses on regional growth…
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News
Biometrics tech firm iiDENTIFii raises $15 million growth capital
Biometrics tech firm iiDENTIFii has raised US$15 million growth capital, the largest African Series A in the identity verification space…
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CYBER SECURITY
Nearly 75% of Local and State Government Organizations Attacked by Ransomware Had Their Data Encrypted, Sophos
72% of state and local government organizations attacked by ransomware had their data encrypted—7% more than the cross-sector average. This…
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BUSINESS
Jumia adds electric Tuk-Tuks to its delivery fleet in Kenya
Jumia Kenya is adding E-Vans or what are commonly known as Tuk-Tuks to its delivery fleet in the country. The…
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News
Uber wants the Supreme Court of Kenya to nullify the newly-published ride-hailing regulations
Uber has appealed to the Supreme Court of Kenya to nullify the proposed digital taxi hailing regulations that were published…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cybersecurity is foundational for an economic recovery that works for all, says Dell
With citizens, governments, and businesses more dependent than ever on digital connectivity, one of the most pressing sectoral issues for…
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News
Ethiopia is Leading African Nations in Regulating Crypto
Most governments across Africa have sounded a warning against cryptocurrencies, even though the wave of digital currencies seems unstoppable. Only…
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News
Safaricom Ethiopia pilots its services in Dire Dawa ahead of national launch
After announcing plans to launch commercial operations in Ethiopia within the year, Safaricom has now started large-scale customer pilot of…
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News
PATRICK NDEGWA: Will the updated National Digital Masterplan accelerate digital transformation in Kenya?
In April 2022, Kenya’s Ministry of ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs marked a significant step in the country’s journey towards…
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News
Tanzania has installed high-speed internet on Mount Kilimanjaro
Tanzanian officials held an unusual press conference from 12,000 feet above sea level at the top of Africa’s highest mountain,…
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News
The Ultimate LG InstaView Door-in-Door Refrigerator Buyer’s Guide
This Side by Side LG InstaView Door-in-Door refrigerator with a net total capacity of 635 litres is loaded with exquisite…
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Startups
Koolboks Closes $2.5M Seed Round to Scale Solar Refrigeration Across Africa
Koolboks, the sustainable cooling company providing accessible cold storage solutions to businesses across Africa, has closed a $2.5M Seed funding…
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Gadgets
LG unveils 2022 Side-by-Side and Top Freezers refrigerator lineup in Kenya
LG has unveiled its latest Side-by-Side and Top Freezers refrigerators in Kenya. Delivering sophisticated style and improved user convenience, the sleek,…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos X-Ops debuts to tackle increasingly complex cyberattacks
Sophos today announced Sophos X-Ops, a new cross-operational unit linking SophosLabs, Sophos SecOps and Sophos AI, three established teams of cybersecurity…
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News
Construction of Egypt’s first nuclear power plant begins
Construction for the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant has begun in Egypt. This is the first nuclear power plant in the…
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News
Amazon to sue 10,000 Facebook groups over fake reviews on its platform
Ecommerce giant Amazon announced Monday that it has sued administrators of more than 10,000 Facebook groups for orchestrating fake reviews…
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News
Safaricom Has The Fastest Internet speeds In Kenya Followed By Airtel, Report
According to a report ranking internet speeds across the country, Safaricom’s internet has the fastest download speeds among the top…
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CYBER SECURITY
Education Sector Suffers Highest Data Encryption Rate and Longest Recovery Time, Sophos report
Sophos has published a new sectoral survey report, The State of Ransomware in Education 2022. The findings reveal that education institutions…
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Interviews
[Interview] Lean data practices can help mitigate risks for Kenyan SMEs, says Mozilla’s Noémie Hailu
Three weeks ago, Mozilla unveiled a Lean Data Practices (LDP)course for SMEs and startups in Kenya to increase their awareness…
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News
Rosatom to Build Small Nuclear Power Plant in Yakutia Under Far Eastern Concession Program
On June 16, on the sidelines of the XXV St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the Russian Ministry of Economic Development…
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News
Microsoft counts on partnerships to drive digital transformation in Africa’s agriculture
Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to working with both the private and public sectors to accelerate digital transformation in African…
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News
Mozilla launches course on data privacy and protection for SMEs and Startups in Kenya
Mozilla has today unveiled a course for SMEs and startups in Kenya to increase their awareness and capabilities on the…
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News
GreenHouse Capital announces 13 startups selected for the Microsoft Scale-up Accelerator
Thirteen startups from East and West Africa are set to benefit from a six-week accelerator program by GreenHouse Capital and…
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Interviews
Kenyan brewer African Originals seeks to raise $700k in new funding
African Originals, a Kenyan startup using local ingredients to make world-class beverages is seeking to raise $700,000 to scale its…
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