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The Invisible Engine: How Vibe Coding and AI Startups Are Fueling Google Cloud’s Surge
Google Cloud is no longer just the underdog chasing AWS and Azure. In the past year, it has become the…
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Kenya’s New Loan Pricing Model: What KESONIA Means for Borrowers, Banks, and the Cost of Credit
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has put commercial banks on notice: stop hiding behind excuses and start lowering lending…
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Trump TikTok Deal Explained: U.S. Spin-Off, Xi’s Role, and the Multibillion-Dollar Fee at Stake
Donald Trump announced that Chinese President Xi Jinping has approved a deal to keep TikTok alive in the United States.…
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H-1B Visa Fee Hike: How Trump’s $100K Rule Could Reshape U.S. Tech and Global Talent
On September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, marking…
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If xAI Is Worth $200B, What Does That Mean for OpenAI, Anthropic, and the Global AI Race?
Reports that Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI has raised $10 billion at a $200 billion valuation have set off…
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How the OpenAI $450B Infrastructure Plan Could Reshape Computing Power, Cloud Partnerships, and the Economics of Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI is charting a course few companies could even imagine. Over the next decade, the company is projected to spend…
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Safaricom Home Fibre Gives Online Classes Stability as Kenya Embraces Digital Education
On any given weekday, you can find learners scattered across Nairobi estates, Kisumu suburbs, or rural Meru, sitting in front…
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Safaricom to Launch New M-PESA App in November Built on Fintech 2.0 for Faster and Smarter Services
When Safaricom announced that M-PESA would briefly go offline on the night of September 22, most Kenyans likely shrugged. After…
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Safaricom to Shut Down M-PESA for Three Hours on September 22 as Part of Major System Upgrade
In the small hours of Monday, 22 September 2025, M-PESA will briefly go offline. From 0:30 AM to 3:30 AM,…
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Spotify’s Video Podcasts Give Creators More Reach While Unlocking Fresh Advertising Opportunities
Spotify, long known as an audio-first platform, is layering in video content. Playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks remain central, but video…
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Samsung Launches Galaxy A17 and the Galaxy Buds Core in Kenya
Samsung Electronics East Africa has officially launched the Galaxy A17 and the Galaxy Buds Core in Kenya. Two new additions designed to…
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Samsung Unveils 100-Inch NEO QLED AI TV in Kenya
Samsung Electronics East Africa has launched its most advanced television yet, the 2025 NEO QLED 100-inch AI TV (S-QA100QN80FUXKE), in…
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Maximizing ROI: How a Digital Marketing Agency Can Transform Your Brand
In the digital age, the presence and perception of your brand online can make or break your business. A digital…
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Six African Startups Win $400,000 in 2025 FINCA Ventures Prize Competition
Six African startups have secured a combined $400,000 in funding through the 2025 FINCA Ventures Prize Competition, an initiative that…
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Court of Appeal to Deliver Judgment in BAKE’s Cybercrimes Case on February 27, 2026
The long-awaited decision in the Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) petition against the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act will be delivered on…
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Google Expands Africa Investments with New Subsea Cables, AI Tools for Students, and $9M Fund
Google has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s digital transformation with a new set of investments focused on connectivity, education, and…
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vivo X300 Series Touts 4K 60fps Portrait Video, Advanced Focus Tracking, and Ultra-High-Res Cameras Ahead of Launch
When vivo confirmed its upcoming X300 series, the message was clear: this is more than another annual refresh. It’s an…
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Regional Satellite Network Could Give East Africa Control Over Its Digital Future Amid Starlink’s Rapid Growth
East Africa is preparing to launch a shared satellite program, a step that could reduce dependence on foreign-owned systems and…
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How Nigerian Fintech Startup Cardtonic is Redefining Cross-Border Payments
When Nigerian entrepreneur Kayode “Kay” Faturoti set out to help his girlfriend order makeup from Sephora in 2018, he didn’t know he…
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Uber Safari Debuts as Company Celebrates a Decade in Kenya
Nairobi is one of the few capitals in the world with a national park at its doorstep. Now, the gap…
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Bolt Rewards Top-Performing Drivers on its Platform
Bolt has today hosted the third edition of “Drive for a Prize” campaign to celebrate and reward top-performing driver partners…
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Daikin Establishes New Office in Nairobi
Daikin, a global leader in air conditioning manufacturing, has officially opened its new office in Nairobi, located on the 8th…
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East African Community Pushes for Cheaper Roaming and Seamless Cross-Border Connectivity
For years, travelers within the East African Community (EAC) have carried a quiet dread in their pockets: the moment a…
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Cassava Technologies to Launch Five AI Factories Across Africa in 12 Months
Cassava Technologies is betting big on Africa’s digital future. The pan-African tech group, founded by Strive Masiyiwa, has unveiled plans…
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TikTok Deal Nears Resolution as U.S. and China Reach Framework Agreement
Just days before the deadline that could have forced TikTok out of the United States, negotiators from Washington and Beijing…
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Spotify Expands Free Tier with Pick, Search, and Share Features Amid Rising Demand for Better Audio
Spotify has expanded what its free tier can do, giving listeners the ability to pick and play specific tracks instead…
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Google’s AI Search Summaries Face Lawsuit as Publishers Warn of Revenue Collapse
Google’s AI Overviews feature is facing its first major legal test. Penske Media Corporation — owner of Rolling Stone, Variety,…
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KRA Bets on AI Scanners to Tackle Smuggling at Mombasa Port
On any given morning at the Port of Mombasa, cranes swing overhead as containers are stacked in neat metallic rows.…
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Absa Bank Kenya Appoints Former CBK Chief Mohammed Nyaoga as New Chairman
Absa Bank Kenya has tapped former Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) chairman Mohammed Nyaoga as its new board chair, effective…
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Kenya’s Power Producers Face Stiff Fines for Failing to File Outage Plans
Kenya’s electricity sector is on the verge of a significant regulatory shift. Power producers will soon be required to submit…
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Everything You Need to Know About iOS 26 Features: Messaging Tricks, Battery Tools, and More
It’s been a long three months since Apple unveiled iOS 26 at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June. The wait…
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Xiaomi 17 Series Launch: Skipping 16 to Rival iPhone 17
In a bold move, Xiaomi is skipping the 16 series and launching the Xiaomi 17 series this month in China.…
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PMAC 2025 Nairobi Finals Draw Record 12,318 Players as X FORCE REJECTS Capture Africa’s Biggest Esports Trophy
The Charter Hall was packed, the noise was relentless, and for two days Nairobi became the center of Africa’s gaming…
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Epson Advances Sustainability with 100% Renewable Electricity and Greener Logistics
Global technology company, Epson has reinforced its commitment to environmental innovation and corporate responsibility with the second phase of its…
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CMC Networks appoints Ex-Google Exec Mahesh Jaishankar as Managing Director
CMC Networks, Africa’s leading networking provider and a subsidiary of center3, has named Mahesh Jaishankar as its new Managing Director. Jaishankar will…
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Cortex Hub Launches MCP Hackathon Africa 2025 to Embed African Contexts into AI
The Cortex Hub has announced the launch of MCP Hackathon Africa 2025, a continent-wide initiative aimed at embedding African languages,…
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Karura Forest Row Threatens Community Jobs and Education
A deepening dispute between the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the Friends of Karura Forest (FKF) has thrown one of…
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Bamboo FC Wins Odibets KOX 5-Aside Tournament in Eldoret
Eldoret was set alight this weekend as Bamboo FC claimed victory in the highly competitive Odibets KOX 5-Aside Tournament, defeating…
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Huawei ICT Academy Targets Record 12,000 Students as 2025/2026 ICT Competition Recruitment Continues
Huawei ICT Academy recently took a tour of Strathmore University, continuing its mission to inspire and equip young Kenyans with…
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With the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple Turns the Spotlight on Creators and Their Workflows
Apple has stopped pretending the iPhone is just a phone. With the iPhone 17 Pro, the company leans further into…
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Digital Lending in Kenya Thrives but Microloans Under Sh1,000 Show Skyrocketing Default Rates
Kenya’s digital lending boom has opened doors for millions, but the smallest loans are proving the hardest to recover. Central…
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Paratus Expands Across East Africa Bringing Fiber and Starlink to Businesses and Communities
Kenya and its neighbors are witnessing a shift in connectivity, driven by the latest move from Pan-African telecom provider Paratus…
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Karuma Hydropower Plant to Host Africa AI Factory, Giving Continent Control Over Its Data
Uganda is preparing to host Africa’s first dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) factory. The Aeonian Project, a 100MW hyperscale facility inside…
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TechTrends Media to Host TechTrends Innovation Awards 2025 at AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum
TechTrends Media has announced the upcoming TechTrends Innovation Awards 2025, which will be held as part of the TechTrends AI-Powered…
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M-PESA SMS Notification Delays Leave Millions Guessing About Their Transactions as Safaricom Works on a Fix
M-PESA runs on certainty. For years, a familiar ping has been the seal on every transaction: money sent, money received,…
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Yellow Card Integrates with Fireblocks to Transform Cross-Border Payments in Africa
Yellow Card, one of Africa’s leading fintech firms, has officially joined the Fireblocks Network for Payments, bringing its emerging markets…
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IT Burnout Emerges as Education Sector Battles Ransomware, Sophos Report Finds
Sophos, the cybersecurity firm, has released its fifth annual State of Ransomware in Education report, revealing both progress and persistent…
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Bolt Top 50 Drivers in Kenya Earn Over Ksh.1.2 Million in Six Months
Ride-hailing platform Bolt has announced that its top 50 drivers in Kenya earned an average gross income of KES 1,280,000…
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Spotify Premium Finally Launches Lossless Audio for Millions of Users Worldwide, While Kenya Awaits Its FLAC-Quality Music Experience
Spotify’s long-awaited lossless audio feature is finally here. After years of speculation, teases, and postponed launch dates, Premium subscribers can…
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Absa Deepens Partnership with AWS to Accelerate Cloud Migration and Digital Innovation
In a move that signals how seriously African banks are taking digital transformation, Absa Group has deepened its partnership with…
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Kenyan Musicians Earn Sh64 Million from Mdundo as Streaming and Downloads Surge Across Africa
Kenya’s music scene is cashing in on a wave that’s quietly reshaping how artists earn. In the seven months to…
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Cyber Fraud in Kenyan Banks Surges to Sh1.59 Billion as Hackers Exploit Mobile Banking
Kenya’s reputation as a trailblazer in mobile money is under fresh scrutiny. Last year, hackers siphoned a record Sh1.59 billion…
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Apple’s iPhone 17 Lineup 2025 Revealed: Ultralight Air, Bold Pro Redesigns, and Bigger Storage
When Apple staged its “Awe-Dropping” event last night, it felt as much a pivot as a spectacle. Here’s what stood…
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Elon Musk’s xAI Merger and Grok Controversy: Power, Politics, and AI Risks
When Elon Musk folded X (formerly Twitter) into his AI venture xAI in March 2025, it was framed as a…
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The Nova Launcher Future: How Android’s Most Iconic App Risks Fading Away
For more than a decade, Nova Launcher has been the go-to tool for Android users who wanted their phone to…
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Safaricom Unveils New Bundle for Ride-Hailing Drivers and Boda Boda Operators
Safaricom has unveiled two new propositions designed to empower ride-hailing drivers and motobike riders in Kenya with affordable connectivity, fuel…
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Inside IXAfrica and Akili AI’s Push to Localize AI for Finance in Kenya
Kenya’s banking industry is on the brink of a major digital transformation, with generative AI poised to reshape customer service,…
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Visa Pay Launches to Expand Access to Digital Payments across the DRC
Visa, the digital payments leader, has announced the launch of Visa Pay, an innovative mobile solution that provides access to…
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EXCLUSIVE: Airtel Kenya Prepares to Launch Home Fiber, Promising Faster Speeds and Unlimited Home Internet
Kenya’s home internet landscape is on the verge of a change. Airtel is prepping to launch home fiber, aiming to…
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Airtel Kenya Breaks Ground on $150M Nairobi Data Centre to Anchor Africa’s Digital Future
Airtel Kenya has officially broken ground on what is set to be East Africa’s largest data centre, located at Tatu…
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BUSINESS
Forex in Kenya: Everyday Reality Behind the Screens
Forex isn’t a foreign word in Kenya anymore. In matatus, on campus lawns, even at small cafés, someone is always…
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Fact-Checking Viral Claim: Can KRA Really Tax Your Bank Account?
Kenya’s recent tax debates have been full of half-truths and alarmist headlines. One claim circulating widely is that the Kenya…
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Rwanda Digital Services Tax to Take Effect in 2026, Targeting Foreign Platforms
In the evolving landscape of African digital economies, Rwanda is making a notable move. Starting in 2026, the country will…
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Accion Ventures Raises $61.6M to Boost Early-Stage Fintech Startups in Africa
Accion Ventures, the U.S.-based venture capital arm of the global nonprofit Accion, has closed its second fund at $61.6 million,…
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Why the Cost of Mobile Internet in Africa Forces the Poorest to Spend 87% of Their Income
In sub-Saharan Africa, a basic internet-enabled mobile phone can cost nearly nine out of ten units of monthly income for…
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MTN MoMo Uganda Gears Up for Spin-Off as Fintech Ambitions Take Center Stage
MTN Uganda is entering a new phase as it prepares to restructure its mobile money business, MTN MoMo, into a…
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Airtel Money Prepares for IPO in H1 2026 Amid Growing Competition from M-Pesa and MoMo
Airtel Africa is preparing to list its mobile money arm, Airtel Money, in the first half of 2026, a move…
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LINX Takes Over Asteroid’s Kenyan Operations
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) and Internet Exchange incubator Asteroid announced that they have entered into a co-operative agreement to…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Warns of New Malware Campaign Targeting Facebook Users Across Africa
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has raised concern over a malicious campaign sweeping across Africa, with cybercriminals spreading the StealC v2 infostealer…
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Link Mobility Expands into South Africa by Acquiring SMSPortal in Strategic Move
The South African telecom landscape is set for a quiet but significant shift. Norway’s Link Mobility Group has secured unconditional…
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NTT DATA Names Jafar Kuruniyan as New CFO for Middle East and Africa
NTT DATA has announced the appointment of Jafar Kuruniyan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for its Middle East and Africa…
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CYBER SECURITY
Uganda Launches “Beera Ku Guard” to Boost Cybersecurity Awareness
When it comes to cybersecurity, awareness in Uganda has lagged behind the rapid pace of digital adoption. Nearly half of…
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Helios Investment Moves to Control Telecom Egypt’s Regional Data Hub in Multi-Million Dollar Deal
In a significant shift for Egypt’s digital infrastructure, Telecom Egypt has signaled a major realignment of its data center ambitions.…
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MTN Home Connectivity Strategy Sets Bold Course to Drive African Broadband Growth Through 2030
MTN Group is laying down its markers for the next decade. With its Ambition 2025 plan reaching maturity, the company…
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Ghana’s Bold Telecom Gamble: AT Ghana and Telecel Merge to Challenge MTN’s Dominance
Ghana’s telecom market is bracing for a major shake-up as the government pushes forward with plans for the AT Ghana…
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Nigeria’s T2 Mobile Emerges from 9mobile’s Shadows with $3B Revival Plan
For years, 9mobile carried the weight of unmet promises in Nigeria’s telecom market. Patchy service, shrinking market share, and a…
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Kenya and Nigeria Confront Digital Lending Risks with Contrasting Rules
Digital lending has exploded across Africa, offering instant credit through mobile phones to households, students, and small businesses. But the…
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OpenAI’s $115 Billion Bet Tests the Economics of AI’s Future
OpenAI’s latest financial outlook projects a staggering $115 billion in spending by 2029. The figure towers over what most technology…
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Huawei Cloud DataArts: Unleashing New Business Value with Data–AI Convergence
Huawei Cloud DataArts: Unlocking the value of enterprise data has always been at the heart of digital transformation strategies. With…
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Zuckerberg, Gates, and Altman Praise Trump at White House Dinner While Google and Apple Face Record EU Penalties
At the White House dinner on Thursday night, Big Tech executives put on an uncanny display of loyalty to Donald…
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Karura Forest Takeover: Is This the End of Nairobi’s Green Haven?
Karura Forest, once a battleground for Kenya’s green revolution, is now at the center of a fresh storm. The state…
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The Global Race for EV Battery Metals Is Pushing Mining Beyond Land and Into the Depths of the Pacific Ocean
The hum of an electric vehicle gliding past Nairobi’s matatus and motorbikes feels like a glimpse into the future: cleaner…
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Huawei Cloud Accelerates Kenya’s Digital Transformation with Techwave Kenya Day
Huawei Cloud has reiterated its commitment to advancing Kenya’s digital transformation by hosting Huawei Cloud Techwave Kenya Day in Nairobi…
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IX Africa Secures Major Funding from Rand Merchant Bank to Expand Nairobi Data Centre
IX Africa Data Centre Limited has secured a multi-tranche funding package from Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), a division of FirstRand…
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Safaricom’s 5G Ambitions: How the Telecom Giant Plans for All Sites to Be 5G-Ready by 2029 and Connect Every Corner of Kenya
On the 5G front, Kenya is still in its early stages, with only a third of Safaricom’s network currently supporting…
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CBK’s KESONIA Model Explained: What Kenya’s New Loan Pricing System Means For Mobile Loans And Digital Banking
For years, borrowers have complained about the mismatch between Central Bank policy and the rates they actually face in banking…
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LG Best Care Trailer Launches in Nairobi, Bringing Customer Service on Wheels
LG Best Care Trailer: Nairobi has grown used to technology making headlines through new gadgets, billboards, and high-profile launches. But…
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BUSINESS
Kenya Licenses 27 New Digital Lenders
Kenya’s Central Bank (CBK) has announced the licensing of an additional 27 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), bringing the total number…
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Nairobi Accounts for 93% of Podcast Streams in Kenya
In 2025, Kenya’s podcast scene is thriving, driven by the country’s growing appetite for on-demand audio. According to the latest data…
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Kaspersky and NITDA Join Forces to Strengthen Cybersecurity Across Nigeria
Kaspersky and the National Information Technology Development Agency of Nigeria (NITDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen…
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LG Launches Best Care Trailer to Transform After-Sales Support in East Africa
Buyers of LG electronics will now enjoy faster and more convenient after-sales services following the unveiling of the LG Best…
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Inside 100 Years of Caterpillar in Kenya: Mantrac’s Role in Technology, Financing, and Growth
A century is a long time for any brand to remain relevant, but Caterpillar has done more than survive in…
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Safaricom 25th Anniversary Sees CEO Outline Bold Plans for 5G, Fibre, and Ethiopia Expansion
Next month, Safaricom—the company that redefined Kenyan telecom—celebrates its 25th anniversary. It’s more than a quarter-century in business; it’s a…
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Indus Towers Africa Expansion Aims to Diversify Revenue and Capture Growth in Emerging Telecom Markets
Indus Towers Africa, the Bharti Airtel-backed giant that dominates India’s tower infrastructure space, is preparing for its first major move…
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How Safaricom Home Fibre Is Powering Kenya’s Freelancers and Creators
Kenya’s digital economy is evolving, with homes in most urban areas now serving as dual-purpose spaces, functioning as offices, studios,…
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Finally Here: Instagram iPad App Puts Short-Form Videos in the Spotlight
After more than a decade of waiting, Instagram has finally released a dedicated iPad app, marking a significant shift in…
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Kenya’s Governors Push Back on e-Procurement as System Glitches Stall Healthcare and Agriculture
County governments in Kenya are pushing back against the Treasury’s electronic government procurement (e-GP) system, saying it has stalled essential…
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IEBC Launches Continuous Voter Registration Kenya Ahead of Elections: Steps to Register and Check Status
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is reopening Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in Kenya on Monday, September 29, 2025.…
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Taking Kenya Boxing to Another Level: Odibets, Aiwex Sports Host Nairobi Fight Night
Nairobi came alive last night as the city played host to an electrifying boxing showcase, with Odibets partnering with Aiwex…
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Kenya’s High Court Sets Precedent for Digital Payment Firms, Recognizing Their Role as Financial Service Providers
The High Court has delivered a significant ruling for Kenya’s fintech sector, declaring that licensed payment service providers are entitled…
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Google and Apple Search Deal Ruling: $20 Billion Partnership Survives as Court Blocks Breakup Demands
The most lucrative partnership in Silicon Valley has survived its biggest legal test yet. A federal judge has cleared the…
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