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…
    December 4, 2025

    Global Insurtech Unicorn bolttech Acquires Kenyan Platform mTek in East African Expansion

    Singapore-based insurtech unicorn bolttech has officially acquired mTek, a leading Kenyan digital insurance platform, marking a significant entry into the…

    STARTUPS

      December 4, 2025

      Global Insurtech Unicorn bolttech Acquires Kenyan Platform mTek in East African Expansion

      Singapore-based insurtech unicorn bolttech has officially acquired mTek, a leading Kenyan digital insurance platform, marking a significant entry into the…
      December 3, 2025

      Mauritian Startup Black Swan Wins the MEST Africa Challenge 2025

      Black Swan, a Mauritius-based FinTech startup, has emerged as the winner of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) 2025. The announcement…
      December 2, 2025

      Viktoria Ventures Honoured for Advancing Angel Investing Across Africa

      Viktoria Ventures, a Nairobi-based angel investment and startup support organization, has been crowned “Angel Network of the Year 2025” at…
      December 1, 2025

      Standard Chartered Awards KES 9.1M to 7 Women-Led Tech Startups

      Standard Chartered Kenya, in partnership with Strathmore University’s @iBizAfrica, has awarded KES 9.1 million in seed funding to seven women-led…
      November 28, 2025

      Proptech Firm Rushbox Acquires BuyRentKenya

      In a major shake-up of East Africa’s proptech landscape, BuyRentKenya, the country’s leading online real estate marketplace, has been acquired…
      November 27, 2025

      Top 10 Startups Revealed for Latitude59 Kenya Pitch Finals

      The organizers of Latitude59 Kenya have officially unveiled the Top 10 startups selected to compete in the final stage of…
      November 24, 2025

      Paystack Terminates Co-Founder Ezra Olubi Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

      Ezra Olubi, the Co-Founder and former Chief Technology Officer of Nigerian fintech giant Paystack, has confirmed his termination from the…
      November 14, 2025

      Paystack Suspends Co-Founder Ezra Olubi Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

      Paystack, a leading African financial technology company, has suspended its co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Ezra Olubi, following a…
      November 6, 2025

      Farm to Feed Raises $1.5 Million as Kenya Confronts the Cost of Wasted Food

      Kenyan agritech startup Farm to Feed has raised $1.5 million in new capital to expand its network of smallholder farmers…
      October 27, 2025

      The Winners of the Orange Social Ventures Prize 2025: Why Africa’s Next Billion-Dollar Solutions are Built on Blood Banks and Desert Farms

      Orange’s fifteenth Social Ventures Prize drew a field of seventy finalists from seventeen African countries, and the results say something…

      THE TECHTRENDS PODCAST

        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…
        July 7, 2025

        The TechTrends Podcast | Stablecoins, Regulation & Africa’s Crypto Growth ft Yellow Card

        In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with ⁠Edline E. Murungi⁠, Senior Legal Counsel for East Africa…
        May 15, 2025

        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…

        INTERVIEWS

          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…
          July 14, 2025

          Bridging the Last Mile: How Epson is Empowering Kenya’s Rural Communities Through App-Enabled Printing

          Despite Kenya’s impressive smartphone penetration now exceeding 100% many rural communities still grapple with unreliable broadband and limited access to…
          June 27, 2025

          World MSME Day 2025: How Safaricom is Enabling Kenyan MSMEs to Scale

          As the world marks World MSME Day 2025, the spotlight turns to the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises that form…
          May 21, 2025

          Video: Inside the Huawei Cloud Summit Kenya 2025 – Key Moments

          Join Nixon Kanali at the Huawei Cloud Summit Kenya 2025 as he brings you exclusive highlights from one of the…
          March 3, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | AI the Samsung Way: Myths, Reality and the Future – ft Ryan Mule

          Join us on The TechTrends Podcast as we sit down with Samsung’s ⁠Ryan Mule⁠ for an exclusive deep dive into…
          February 26, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | Inside Africa Tech Summit: Growth, Startups & Future Trends with Andrew Fassnidge

          In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with ⁠Andrew Fassnid⁠ge, the Founder & Director of Africa Tech…
          February 21, 2025

          TechTrends Podcast | Raenest’s Victor Alade on Simplifying How Africans Manage Their Money Across Borders

          In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with Victor Alade, CEO and co-founder of Raenest, to explore…

          GADGETS & CONSUMER TECH

            December 1, 2025

            Why Design Is the New Differentiator In Tech

            Specs used to win. Faster chips, bigger batteries, and camera megapixels were the language of…
            November 30, 2025

            Samsung Galaxy Buds Core Specs, Price and Availability in Kenya

            Samsung Galaxy Buds Core are Samsung’s new budget-friendly wireless buds that the company has introduced…
            November 28, 2025

            Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Specs, Price and Availability in Kenya

            Samsung recently announced Galaxy S25 FE in Kenya, the newest and most affordable addition to…
            November 28, 2025

            A Retreat From Thin: Why Smartphone Makers Are Stepping Back

            Apple entered this year with a bold bet. The iPhone Air would be its thinnest…
            November 27, 2025

            Apple Bets on Craft in Its Shot on iPhone 17 Pro Holiday Ad

            Apple’s shot on iPhone 17 Pro holiday ad arrives at a moment when brand films…
            November 27, 2025

            The S25 Ultra’s Second Year and the Strange Comfort of Stability

            A phone this far into its cycle is usually living on markdowns and nostalgia. The…
            November 27, 2025

            Sony Takes on Midrange Mirrorless Head-On with the A7 V and a Fresh Sensor Strategy

            Sony’s next Alpha camera, the long-rumored A7 V, is poised to land at the intersection…
            November 25, 2025

            The Smartphone Year When Every Major Brand Decides to Rethink What a Flagship Should Even Be

            The next wave of smartphones arrives in 2026, but the mood across the industry feels…
            November 21, 2025

            Huawei Unveils New GT6 Series, GT6 Pro and MatePad TXZ Lineup in Kenya

            Huawei Kenya has officially unveiled its latest line-up, introducing the Huawei GT6 Series (including the…
            November 20, 2025

            OPPO Find X9 Arrives in Kenya With a Camera System Aiming for Truer Color and Real Stamina in Daily Use

            OPPO has launched the Find X9 in Kenya, marking a notable advancement in mobile photography…
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            REVIEWS

              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…
              June 30, 2025

              Smarter Without the Price Tag: The Best Samsung Galaxy A56 AI Features Explained

              Samsung Galaxy A56 AI Features: Samsung’s A-Series has always delivered value, but the Galaxy A56 takes things further. With powerful…
              June 24, 2025

              ASUS ROG Flow Z13 2025 Review: A Performance Tablet That Handles Gaming, AI, and Creative Workflows with Ease

              I’d probably raise an eyebrow if you told me a few years ago that a 13-inch Windows tablet could handle…

              CLOUD

                December 1, 2025

                Liquid C2 Launches ‘Liquid G’ to Fast-Track Google Cloud Adoption for African Resellers

                Liquid C2 has unveiled Liquid G, an AI-powered distribution program designed to simplify and accelerate the adoption of Google Cloud…
                November 21, 2025

                Nokia Joins Open Compute Project as Platinum Member to Boost AI Data Center and Edge Innovation

                Nokia has announced its Platinum-level membership in the Open Compute Project (OCP), accelerating its efforts to deliver the next generation…
                November 12, 2025

                Airtel Money Moves Its Core to the Cloud as Africa’s Digital Finance Race Enters a New Phase

                Airtel Africa has begun deploying a new cloud-native mobile money platform built by Comviva, marking a major step in its…
                November 11, 2025

                Huawei Cloud Named Carrier Hybrid Cloud Leader in Sub-Saharan Africa

                Huawei Cloud has been named the top ”Carrier Hybrid Cloud Leader” in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a new white paper…
                November 4, 2025

                MTN’s Data Overhaul Anchors Its Cloud Future on Microsoft Azure

                MTN Group has completed one of its most ambitious internal transformations yet — the modernization of its Enterprise Value Analytics…
                November 3, 2025

                Wingu Africa and Africa Data Centres Forge Pan-African Digital Infrastructure Partnership

                Wingu Africa, the provider of carrier-neutral, Tier III-standard data centres in East Africa, has entered a strategic partnership with Africa…
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