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WhatsApp makes its native Mac app beta available to everyone
Popular messaging app WhatsApp has now made its native version of the app available to all Mac users. This is…
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How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event online
You have probably seen the teasers from Samsung already. The company is set to hold its Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event…
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Naivasha man turns overnight millionaire after placing Sh45 bet on Odibets
A lucky man in Naivasha, Nakuru County is the latest millionaire in town after winning Sh1.6 million on Odibets. Martin…
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mTek and partners to provider insurance to 100k small scale vendors
Digital insurance platform mTek has partnered with Kyosk.app and Fin Africa to provide insurance covers to over 100,000 small-scale corner…
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Kenyan startup iGas wants to revolutionalize the LPG industry through digitization
iGas, a Kenyan startup that was founded in 2021 is on a mission to turn around the LPG industry which…
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Bank to mobile charges are back as High Court declines to extend order
Safaricom will continue to charge its customers transfer fees for transactions between banks and mobile wallets after the High Court…
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South Africa introduces new standards for crypto ads
South Africa’s Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has introduced a new clause to the country’s Code of Advertising Practice detailing how…
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Mitel, Mart Networks Re-Affirm Their Technology Investment in West Africa.
Telecommunications company, Mitel, and distributor, Mart Networks have re-affirmed their commitment to leverage on technology to improve the telecommunications sector…
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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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BasiGo and AVA to assemble 1,000 electric buses in Kenya
BasiGo, the Kenyan-based electric manufacturer has partnered with the Associated Vehicle Assemblers Ltd (AVA) to assemble its buses in the…
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Digital lenders claim CBK is delaying issuance of licenses
Digital lenders have raised concerns over delays in obtaining operational licences from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Business Daily…
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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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11 Startups Selected to Join Cohort 3 of ASIP Accelerator Program
Eleven African startups have been selected to join the third cohort of the Africa Startup Initiative Program (ASIP). The accelerator…
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Gadgets
CES 2023: LG rolls out second-gen signature home appliances
LG has unveiled its second-generation LG SIGNATURE home appliance lineup at CES 2023. The new products, LG says offer timeless…
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Google to lay off 12,000 employees, CEO Sundar Pichai announces
Google has announced it will lay off 12,000 employees from its workforce. In a message sent by CEO Sundar Pichai…
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South African Cleaning Tech Startup SweepSouth Exits Kenya
SweepSouth, a South African cleaning startup that recorded quick growth through several funding rounds has informed its customers that it’s…
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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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South Africa’s digital enabler Flow has raised $4.5 million to facilitate strategy growth
Flow, a South African company that helps businesses to gain online presence and leverage on digitization has raised $4.5 million…
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Zuku to give credit to customers affected by internet outages
Internet service provider Zuku now says it will give credit to its customers affected by outages. The company has been…
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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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South Africa’s gaming firm Carry1st raises $27M
The gaming market in Africa continues to grow as more creators, gamers and other stakeholders make significant investments in the…
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Microsoft to lay off 10,000 employees in cost-cutting measures
Layoffs in the tech sector have spread across small, medium and large enterprises and the trend continues in 2023. Microsoft…
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Lucy Kenyan Scoops Smart TV After Bidding with Sh5 Bob on Bids Safi
A lucky Kenyan walked away with a smart TV after bidding with Sh5 bob on Bids Safi. Grace, who could…
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Elon Musk’s internet firm Starlink set to launch in Kenya by Mid-Year
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by billionaire Elon Musk has indicated that it will be launching in Kenya by…
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New social-media platform African Stream seeks to change how African Stories are told
African Stream, a newly created social-media platform with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya brands itself as a tool that seeks…
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Getty Images threatens to sue Stability AI over copyright Infringement
US photo stock company Getty Images on Tuesday threatened to sue a tech company for what it terms of copyright…
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Nokia and UNICEF to strengthen digital skill development in Senegal with new partnership
Nokia is collaborating with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to help improve digital education and training in schools in…
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Two Kenyan firms among 10 African startups selected for $2m Catalyst Fund
Pre-seed venture capital (VC) fund and accelerator Catalyst Fund has announced a US$2 million investment into 10 startups building solutions…
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Global shipment of foldable smartphones to hit 18.5 million in 2023, report
The foldable smartphones market is experiencing amazing growth with the number of units sold raising to new heights each year.…
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Tupande app by One Acre Fund to help farmers buy seeds and fertilizers online
Kenyan-based social enterprise One Acre Fund has launched Tupande, a mobile app that aims to help smallholder farmers order and…
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MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset supports up to 320MP camera sensors
The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset is expected to power a number of flagship devices this year. Some of these devices…
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Kenya Fintech startup Kwara Raises $3M Seed Extension
Kenyan fintech startup Kwara has raised a $3 million seed extension. The new investment was led by existing backers DOB Equity,…
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These African Countries are leading in Loan Apps Downloads
After analyzing 140 million installs, across 3,000 finance apps, Google in collaboration with analytics firm AppsFlyer found that installation of…
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Bolt Picks New Regional Manager for East and Southern Africa
Bolt has appointed Takura Malaba as the new Regional Manager for East and Southern Africa, effective 1st January 2023. Takura takes over…
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Vodafone announces plans to lay off hundreds of employees
European telecommunications giant Vodafone is reportedly considering laying off hundreds of employees as the industry struggles to cope with tough…
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Payments firm enza group launches to serve African banks and fintechs
enza Group: Africa has a very vibrant fintech and payments ecosystem. This space is expected to grow exponentially over the coming…
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Lenovo topped global PC sales in 2022 as shipments declined by 16%
The continued global economic decline has exerted pressure on the PC market despite the increased adoption of the digital lifestyle.…
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LG unveils 2023 strategy anchored on its 2030 sustainability blueprint
LG Electronics has rolled out its 2023 blueprint aimed at creating innovation for a better life and ensuring a sustainable future…
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YouTube Shorts creators to start monetizing on February 1
YouTube has made changes to its Partner Program which outlines the terms and conditions under which creators engage with the…
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Bolt is Pioneering Ride-Now Pay-Later Services in Nigeria
Ride-hailing company Bolt has partnered with Nigerian fintech CredPal to introduce ride-now pay-later services to its customers. CredPal is a…
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Sub-Saharan Africa Lost $261 Million Last Year Due to Internet Shutdowns
As internet penetration across the world increases, internet shutdowns that hit various countries last year had a devastating effect on…
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Omdia Universe ranks Sophos top in Comprehensive XDR Solutions
Sophos today announced that its Sophos Intercept X Advanced with XDR solution has been named the top-ranked and sole leader…
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Microsoft to invest $10 billion in OpenAI, creator of content tool ChatGPT
There has been unending buzz about ChatGPT, a content creation tool built by artificial intelligence startup OpenAI. The discussions have…
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Mikhail Marchenko: Major fintech trends that will affect online businesses in 2023
Digitalization and technological achievements, which have been observed in the African region for the past decade, have sped up the…
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Kenyan fintech Kwara acquires software company IRNET from KUSCCO for an undisclosed sum
Kenyan fintech firm Kwara has acquired IRNET, a software company which is a subsidiary of the Kenya Union of Savings…
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Women-led startups in Africa raised $203.2M in 2022
There has been a significant focus on funding for African-led startups across the globe. Across the continent, several venture capital…
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Safaricom introduces M-Pesa ‘store number’ for easier verification during cash withdrawals
A common challenge that customers face when making cash withdrawals from M-Pesa agents is entering the wrong agent number from…
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Giordano Albertazzi takes over as new Vertiv CEO
Vertiv has announced that Giordano Albertazzi will be taking over as the company’s new CEO. The global provider of critical…
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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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LG Announces 3rd Edition of its Ambassador Challenge
LG Electronics and Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI) have announced the opening of the 2023 LG Ambassador Challenge.…
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[Ghana] Logistics startup Jetstream raises $13m for expansion
Ghanaian e-logistics company Jetstream Africa has announced it raised $13 million in equity and debt pre-Series A financing. The debt…
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Fintech is the most vibrant sector in the Kenyan startup landscape, report
A report released by pan-African publication and research firm Disrupt Africa has pointed out fintech as the most vibrant subsector…
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Safaricom now lets you withdraw your Fuliza balance at M-Pesa agents
Fuliza, the overdraft facility from Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom is one of the most popular digital loans and its ease…
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Competition Authority of Kenya appoints Adano Wario acting Director General
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has appointed Adano Wario as acting Director General following the expiry of Wang’ombe Kariuki’s…
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Meta fined $414 Million for violating EU user privacy law
Meta has been slapped with €390 million — about $414 million – fine for breaching EU personal data laws on…
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Ronaldo’s transfer to Saudi’s Al Nassr
Suppose there is a story that has attracted significant attention in the football scene. In that case, it is the…
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Google to start charging 16% VAT on taxable goods and services in Kenya
Tech giant Google has announced it will introduce a 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) on some of its goods and…
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[Interview] MediaTek commits to increasing 5G adoption in Africa with affordable chipsets
Chipmaker MediaTek has announced its commitment to driving increased 5G adoption in Africa. In a recent interview with TechTrends Media,…
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ASUS unveils the world’s first glasses-free 3D OLED laptop at CES 2023
ASUS has announced its latest lineup of innovations, world-debuting products, and sustainable actions during its Seeing An Incredible Future virtual…
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Bolt customers in Kenya prefer shorter trips
Bolt customers in Kenya prefer shorter trips that are less than 10km with more than 5 million rides taken over…
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Zuku faces angry customers as network glitches mar the weekend
You’ve probably seen the tweets or Facebook posts from Zuku internet customers already complaining about an outage that has left…
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BUSINESS
How to save easily for vacation or personal projects this year
Saving is probably one of the most beneficial yet toughest habits to adopt for many people. It is common for…
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TECNO opens pre-orders for the Phantom X2 series in Kenya
TECNO Mobile on Thursday opened pre-orders for its upcoming flagship model Phantom X2 series in Kenya. The pre-orders will run…
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ASUS ROG unveils new 2023 laptop lineup
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced its 2023 Flow laptop lineup comprising the Flow X13, Flow Z13, and Flow…
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CES 2023: LG showcases its Gram Ultraslim Laptop Lineup
LG is introducing an expanded 2023 LG gram lineup. The lineup, which was showcased at CES 2023 comprises the new…
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Tecno Phantom X2 series launching in Kenya this January
Tecno Phantom X2 Series: Tecno will launch its next device in the Phantom series in Kenya this January. The flagship…
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Realme C30s Unboxing and First Impressions Review
realme C30s review: The realme C30s is the only smartphone in this segment to come with a side-fingerprint sensor and…
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Samsung Unveils New Bespoke Lineup at CES 2023
Ahead of CES 2023, Samsung Electronics on Tuesday unveiled the newest additions to its customizable Bespoke Home lineup. Samsung says…
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Safaricom Ethiopia goes live in five more cities
Safaricom Ethiopia has switched on its network and services in five more cities. The cities include Hawassa, Assela, Jigjiga, Sodo…
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Oppo Kenya says data laws abuses reports against the company are ungrounded
Oppo Kenya says the recent reports that it infringed on the privacy of a complainant by using their photo on…
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Zuri Health’s new Continuous Care Program to offer support to persons with Chronic illnesses
Health-tech startup Zuri Health has launched its Continuous Care Program to offer support to persons with Chronic illnesses. The program…
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How to check your KCPE 2022 results via Telkom
It’s that time of the year. The Ministry of education on Thursday released the 2022 KCPE results after learners sat…
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More than 2 million Boda Boda riders in Kenya to benefit from affordable insurance
Boda Boda riders in Kenya will now be able to access affordable motor and personal accident covers thanks to a…
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KCB Group Completes Acquisition of DRC-based Trust Merchant Bank
KCB Group has announced the completion of the acquisition of Trust Merchant Bank SA (TMB) after receiving all the regulatory…
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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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Kenya’s Clean Energy Startup Mukuru Clean Stoves awarded $1.2 million Earthshot prize for 2022
Mukuru Clean Stoves, a clean energy startup providing alternative energy sources to low-income earners in Kenya’s informal settlements has been…
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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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Tanzania’s fintech NALA has expanded to 19 European countries
NALA, a Tanzanian fintech startup known for its remittance services to Africa has expanded to 19 more European countries. The…
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Xiaomi Kenya’s Prediction King World Cup Campaign Concludes
Xiaomi Kenya ended the Prediction King campaign hosting more than 200 fans to watch Argentina take on France in the…
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realme eyes bigger market share in Kenya with new entry-level smartphones
Demand for entry-level smartphones has begun to rise in Kenya as young consumers go for devices that offer large storage,…
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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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Safaricom Goes Even Bigger With Their Fixed Wireless Connectivity in Kenya
Safaricom Fixed Wireless: Remember when Safaricom rolled out home fibre back in 2014? Although the telco was late to the…
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Microsoft, Viasat team up to deliver internet access to 5 million people across Africa
Microsoft is teaming up with global telecommunications company Viasat to help deliver internet access to 10 million people around the…
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Government launches free public Wi-Fi at Wakulima Market
The Government through the ICT Authority this week launched Free Public Wi-Fi at Wakulima Market in Nairobi County’s Muthurwa area.…
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BUSINESS
[South Africa] eZaga and Digital Financial Exchange Launches Multi-Asset Investment Platform
South African digital banking platform eZaga has partnered with global centralised exchange Digital Financial Exchange (DIFX) to launch a multi-asset investment platform. Known as…
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Chris Akolo: Why online fraud is high during festive seasons and how to prevent it
Kenyan consumers have expressed a strong desire to buy more discretionary products during the festive season while coming out of…
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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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Meta sued for its role in Ethiopia’s Tigray War
Meta the owner of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp has been sued in Kenya’s High Court for allegedly fueling the recently-ended…
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Visa to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation with $1 billion investment
Global payments company Visa has pledged to invest $1 billion in Africa to accelerate digital transformation over the next five…
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How to Share Data, Minutes, Voice and SMSs with Telkom’s Changa Bundle
Telkom Kenya launched the Changa Bundle to enable Kenyans to share data, minutes, voice and SMSs back in June. This…
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Samsung says the adoption of foldable smartphones by enterprises doubled
Samsung Electronics has announced that the number of Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip smartphones sold for enterprise use…
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MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset now available in East Africa: Here’s what’s new
Chipmaker MediaTek on Wednesday announced the arrival of its MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G chipset in Kenya. The chipset is the…
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Nigeria’s online furniture store Taeillo raises $2.5 million for expansion
Nigerian online store Taeillo has announced a $2.5 million funding round from Aruwa Capital, a growth equity and early-stage investor.…
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Glovo appoints Caroline Mutuku Country Manager for Kenya
Caroline Mutuku is the new General Manager for Glovo Kenya. The multi-category platform announced her appointment on Wednesday. Mutuku joins…
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Safaricom achieved 93% customer SIM Card registration by the 15th October deadline
When the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) sought to have all SIM Cards registered earlier this year, it was forced…
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BUSINESS
4 Signage Choices for Businesses to Get Noticed
Signage is one of the most critical elements of any business. It’s how you communicate with customers, showcase your branding,…
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Africa’s Mobility Financing Startup Moove Raises $30 Million
African mobility fintech startup Moove has raised $30 million just a few months after raising $18.4 million to scale its…
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E-commerce fraud has recorded a 42% increase this festive season, report
A report by global information and consumer insights firm TransUnion has revealed that online shopping scams have increased by 42…
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Kenyan Edtech company Zeraki Raises $1.8 Million in Seed Funding
Kenyan Edtech company Zeraki has raised a $1.8 million seed funding round to enable product catalog growth and regional expansion.…
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IDORENYIN OBONG: Five financial planning tips for African freelancers and gig workers
The global pandemic has accelerated the pace of change, causing significant disruption across labour markets and forever changing how we…
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MEST Africa Opens Applications for its 2024 Training Program
After announcing five African tech startups that made it to the grand finale of the 2022 Africa Challenge pitch competition,…
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