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BUSINESS
KRA Unveils Electronic Rental Income Tax System
On 10th April 2025, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officially announced that it had unveiled the Electronic Rental Income Tax…
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Kenya Digital Economy Growth: How Tech is Positioning It as East Africa’s Economic Leader
Kenya is bound to dethrone Ethiopia as the biggest economy in East Africa in 2025. The International Monetary Fund made…
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How Jumia is Driving Africa’s E-commerce Growth, One Market at a Time
Jumia, the African e-commerce platform, has transformed how people shop on the continent and created job opportunities for many at…
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African Innovators Shine at 4th ATU Innovation Challenge with AI Solutions
Ten young innovators from Tanzania, Nigeria, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and Kenya were celebrated as winners of the 4th ATU Africa…
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Why Google’s Market Share Decline Might Be the Beginning of a Major Shift in Search
For a long time, there has been no competition for Google when it came to holding the hegemony in the…
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Zambia Steps Up on Data Privacy, Sets up Data Protection Commissioner Office
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) is now fully operational, enforcing privacy and data protection compliance in Zambia.…
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Ethiopia Tops East Africa’s Mobile Market With 86.6m Subscriptions
Ethiopia has emerged as the largest telecom market in East Africa, with 86.6 million mobile subscriptions – representing 27.49% of…
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How Mobile Apps are Streamlining Online Trading
Online trading in Africa has continued to experience massive growth over the last couple of years. This growth can largely…
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AWS Expands Cloud Training in Kenya to Close Africa’s Digital Skills Gap
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) has concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of Nairobi (UoN).…
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Apple vs. Android: How EU’s Digital Markets Act Could Reshape iOS
Apple’s walled garden has historically characterized the brand — tightly bundled, seamless integration across devices at the expense of flexibility. Compare…
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97% of Consumers Take Cautionary Measures Around Digital Payments, Visa Study
Digital payments firm Visa has published a new study that sheds light on consumer awareness and proactive security measures taken…
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ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA (2025) Review: Dual Screens and Much More
For someone who is used to a single-screen laptop, testing the ASUS Zenbook Duo UX8406CA (2025) completely changed my perspective…
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CYBER SECURITY
The Illusion of Security: Why Senior Officials Using Signal Doesn’t Guarantee Safety
When media reports highlight the frequent usage of Signal for secure communication by senior government officials, people jump to the…
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71% of Kenyan Consumers Experience Digital Fraud
Digital payments firm Visa has released a new study outlining consumer awareness and proactive security measures for digital payments. According…
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BUSINESS
Save on Banking Time With 24/7 Cash Deposit Machines: Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide
In Kenya’s increasingly 24/7 economy, businesses face unique challenges, specifically those that still handle large sums of cash and operate…
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Safaricom’s Bold Tech Pivot: Decode 2025 Event Highlights AI, Cybersecurity, and Climate Innovation
Safaricom Decode 2025 event has just concluded making a milestone in the company’s tech transformation. Safaricom Decode, the company’s three-day…
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Safaricom Decode Earth Arena: A Call for Climate Resilience and Innovation
Safaricom Decode, the telco’s annual Engineering Summit finally ended on Thursday. The event brought together young engineers, scientists, tech enthusiasts,…
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Africa CISO Summit Set to Take Place This Week
Cybersecurity professionals in Africa are set to gather in Nairobi for the second edition of the Africa CISO Summit. Slated…
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CYBER SECURITY
MDR Users Report 97.5% Fewer Claims Than Endpoint-Only Users – Sophos Study
A new Sophos study has revealed the different impact that endpoint solutions, EDR/XDR technologies and MDR services have on claims…
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Kenya’s GDP Projected to Grow by 4.7%, Driven by Digitization – Mastercard
Kenya’s GDP in 2025 is projected to grow by 4.7% year over year, outpacing the global average which is forecast…
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Meta’s AI Chip Strategy: Could This Shake Up the AI Hardware Market?
Meta is testing its first in-house AI training chip, which represents a monumental strategic shift for the social media giant,…
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The YouTube Podcast Takeover: A Growth Opportunity or a Risky Evolution?
Podcasting is undergoing a dramatic change from an audio-based platform to one where video is the focus. The recent switch…
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MWC 2025: HMD Unveils Family-Friendly Phones to Address Screen Time
Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has announced a new lineup of niche phones designed for users who seek alternatives beyond the…
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40% of Kenyan SMEs Adopted Digital Payments in the Last Two Years, Visa Study
Digital payments company Visa has released a new report detailing growth opportunities for digital payments, particularly among small and medium-sized…
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AI Models 2025: The Latest Breakthroughs from OpenAI, Google, and China’s Top Startups
AI development has accelerated with phenomenal speed recently, and tech giants like Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic, along with a host…
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Maersk, KPA Launch Elite Maritime Training for 10 local Cadets
Maersk, a global leader in integrated container logistics, and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) have today announced the launch of a…
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Google Drive Boosts Video Accessibility with Transcripts
With the introduction of searchable transcripts, Google is today making significant strides in enhancing video accessibility and usability within Google…
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How KRA’s eTIMS Upgrade Benefits Taxpayers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has rolled out major upgrades to its Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) KRA says…
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iX Africa Unveils 4.5MW Hyperscale Data Center in Kenya
iXAfrica Data Centres, East Africa’s largest hyperscale data centre facility, has unveiled the first phase of its data centre in…
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Nationwide 5G Rollout Marks Tunisia’s Digital Leap
Tunisia achieved a major tech milestone as three leading telecom operators; Orange Tunisie, Ooredoo Tunisie, and Tunisie Télécom; simultaneously launched…
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Boosting Women’s Trade: Mano River Union Explores Kenya’s Border Model
A Mano River Union (MRU) delegation recently concluded a successful study tour of the Busia One Stop Border Post (OSBP)…
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Microsoft Pledges $1M to Close Nigeria’s AI Skills Gap
Microsoft has announced a significant investment of $1 million aimed at training one million Nigerians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and…
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Paradigm Initiative Opens DRIF25 Registration for Zambia Forum
Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has announced that the 2025 edition of Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF2025) registration is now open. …
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LOOP App New UI – Same LOOP, Better Experience
LOOP App New UI: If you’re a LOOP user you have probably noticed that the app has taken a significant…
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Startups
MANSA Raises $10M to Tackle Cross-Border Payments Liquidity Challenges
MANSA, a global fintech innovator in cross-border payments, has announced the successful close of its $10 million funding round. This…
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Visa Study Highlights Need for Strengthened Security to Boost Digital Payments Among SMEs in Kenya
A recent report by digital payments leader Visa has shed light on the security concerns faced by small and medium-sized…
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TransUnion, FICO Partner to Expand Credit Access in Kenya with New Risk Solutions
TransUnion Kenya has partnered with global analytics software provider FICO to introduce advanced credit risk solutions to expand financial access…
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Epson’s Commitment to Sustainable Innovation
As Environmental, Social and Governance [ESG] gains momentum globally, Epson strengthens its position as sustainability leader by using innovative technology…
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Gartner: Fortune 500 Firms to Tailor Sales for Neurodivergent Buyers
By 2029, 25% of sales organisations of fortune 500 companies will have buyer-facing content and tools specifically targeted to meet…
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AI Governance Must Serve All, Especially Global South – PM Modi
India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has said that AI Governance is all about ensuring access to all, especially for…
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US VP JD Vance Warns Against AI Censorship, Overregulation
United States Vice President JD Vance stated that the country firmly believes AI should remain free from ideological bias. He…
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OPPO Kenya Sues Influencer Marketing Platform AIfluence Over Unpaid Influencer Payments
OPPO Kenya has initiated legal action against the influencer marketing platform AIfluence, citing defamation and brand damage resulting from the…
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Rider Crosses Kenya on E-Bike, Relying Only on Portable Charging
Even as electric two-wheelers are gradually gaining traction and changing the game for Kenya’s transport sector, Kenyan boda boda rider,…
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Fintech Firm Tuma Secures PSP License From Bank of Tanzania
Fintech innovator, Tuma Ventures Limited, has announced its approval as a licensed Payment Systems Provider (PSP) by the Bank of…
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Africa’s Gaming Sector Revenues Hit $1.8 Billion in 2024 – Report
Africa’s gaming market experienced significant growth, reaching a revenue of $1.8 billion (Sh 232.2 billion) in 2024, marking a 12.4%…
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Estonia Urges Kenya to Leverage Its E-govt Expertise for Better Public Services
Kenya is among world governments invited to benchmark on Estonia’s e-govt success after it activated the final portal on divorce…
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Odibets Expands Gaming Portfolio with Exciting Crash Games
Crash games like Aviator and Aviatrix have been rapidly growing in popularity in the Kenyan market with betting firm Odibets…
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89% of IT leaders fear GenAI flaws threaten cybersecurity strategies, Sophos report
Despite 65% of IT leaders having adopted generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities, 89% of them are concerned that flaws in…
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Starlink’s market share in Kenya doubles to 1.1%
Elon Musk-owned satellite internet Starlink has recorded significant growth in Kenya, doubling its market share in the three months leading…
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MCK Invites Public Participation On AI Media Guidelines
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is inviting Kenyans to issue feedback on the proposed guidelines concerning the use of…
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Kenya’s Hydrobox Secures Sh 1.16bn To Scale Mini Grids
Kenyan energy startup, Hydrobox, has taken a big step in its vision to revolutionise rural electrification after securing $9 million…
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Cassava Tech Secures $90M Equity, Restructures Operations
Cassava Technologies, Africa’s digital infrastructure and services provider, has announced a $90 million equity investment round, with participation from the…
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China’s News Industry Transitions to Digital and Intelligent Integration, Report
China’s news media has entered a new era characterized by deeper integration with digital and intelligent technologies, as detailed in…
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CA Seeks Public Input on Three Key Regulatory Changes
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is seeking public views on three key regulatory initiatives that aim to spur the…
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Africa to Dominate Forex Trading Market in 2025
The forex trading market is undergoing a seismic shift, with Africa emerging as a key driver and player. Given the…
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CYBER SECURITY
Antony Muchiri: Cyber Insurance – Why it matters and how to get it right
Cyber insurance has become a critical tool for companies aiming to protect themselves against the rising tide of cyberattacks. With…
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Cracking Down on Clickbait: YouTube Targets Misleading Content
YouTube is taking action against deceptive clickbait titles and thumbnails, especially for videos related to breaking news or current events,…
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114 Cyber Attack Attempts Targeted Critical Government Systems
A total of 114 cyber-attacks on key critical information infrastructure were recorded by government agencies from January to August 2024.…
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Proparco Backs Equator Africa Fund with $5M for Climate Tech
Private financing arm of Agence Française de Développement Group (AFD Group), Proparco, has announced a $5 million (Sh 646.95 million)…
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EPRA To Inspect Energy Facilities Under New Mandate
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) will soon begin a nationwide inspection of energy generation facilities following approval from…
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Katapult VC Highlights Innovation and Growth in Climate-Tech and Agri-Tech at Africarena Summit
Katapult VC, a venture capital firm focused on technology solutions for climate, food, and ocean sustainability recently hosted a VC…
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Xiaomi Universe: Redefining Technology with Smart Integration
Xiaomi Kenya launched its global “Human x Car x Home” smart ecosystem earlier today at its Xiaomi Universe titled event.…
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Bolt cautions customers against offline trips during festive season
Ride-hailing platform Bolt has issued a strong reminder to riders and drivers in Kenya to refrain from engaging in offline…
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Teja Spaces Convenes Inaugural Teja Talks Speaker Series in Nairobi
Teja Spaces, a leader in co-working office solutions for professionals and entrepreneurs, partnered with Johnnie Walker and The Kenyan Wall…
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Sophos XDR Excels in MITRE ATT&CK® Evaluations: Enterprise
Cybersecurity firm Sophos today announced its strong results in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK®Evaluations: Enterprise. Sophos XDR detected 100% of the adversary behaviors…
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CYBER SECURITY
Abuse of Trusted Applications Grows by 51%, Sophos Report
Sophos, a global cybersecurity leader, has released “The Bite from Inside: The Sophos Active Adversary Report,” analyzing adversary behaviors and…
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Qualcomm Marks Year 2 of Make in Africa, Awards Aurora Health
Qualcomm on Tuesday announced the successful completion of the second year of its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, culminating…
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Exclusive Networks Africa Named Supermicro Regional Distributor
Supermicro Inc., a leader in application-optimised total IT, has announced the appointment of Exclusive Networks Africa as its distributor for…
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Equity CEO James Mwangi Joins World Bank Advisory Council on Jobs
World Bank Group has appointed Equity Group Holdings CEO and MD James Mwangi to its 14 global leaders team of…
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Bolt Takes on Glovo with New Grocery Delivery Service in Kenya
Bolt has officially launched Bolt Market in Kenya, its new grocery delivery service aimed at making everyday shopping more convenient.…
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CcHUB’s Creative Economy Unveils Incubator in Nairobi
The Creative Economy Practice at CcHUB has launched the Content Creative Economy Incubator program while equally unveiling the Creative Economy…
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Google Unveils Six New AI-Powered Features for Android Devices
Tech giant, Google, has announced the addition of new AI-powered features for Android devices that aim to help users express…
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Blockchain
Nairobi Hosts Cardano Convention Highlighting Africa’s Role in Blockchain Technology
Africa’s role in blockchain technology talks took centre stage during the Cardano Constitutional Convention that took place in Nairobi, Kenya…
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Startups
African Startups Urged to Adopt Climate-Resilient Business Models
Startups have now been urged to embrace climate-resilient business models in the African Tech Sector. This is according to the…
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BUSINESS
Premier Bank, Mastercard Unveil Shari’ah-Compliant Suite
Premier Bank, an Islamic financial institution in Kenya, has announced a collaboration with Mastercard to introduce an innovative suite of…
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BuuPass, Flexpay Partner To Ease Holiday Travel Costs
Kenya’s digital ticketing platform, BuuPass has partnered with Flexpay, a goal-based saving platform, to easen travel planning and the financial…
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OPPO Find X8 Available To Purchase in Kenya
OPPO Find X8 is now finally available to purchase in the country. Kenya now joins the international market where you…
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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Overview: Perfect Upgrade
The recently launched Samsung Galaxy S24 FE went against the familiar compromised trend of the Fan Edition lineup. Its upgraded…
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African Telcos Increasingly Under DDoS Attacks for 2024, Report
While it’s true that every company is a potential target for distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, cybercriminals will often…
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Reimagining The Wilderness: Kenyan Photographer Paras Chandaria’s Creative Vision With The Canon EOS R1
For wildlife photographer Paras Chandaria, every journey into the wilderness is a quest to capture the raw beauty and untold…
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Kenya to Host 61st AERC Plenary, Focusing on Africa’s FinTech Revolution
Kenya will host the 61st Biannual Plenary Session on the FinTech Revolution in Africa on December 1st, 2024. The plenary…
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Xiaomi Developing Its Own Mobile Processor, Production to Start in 2025
The latest flagship and midrange devices from Xiaomi from next year will ship with the company’s self-designed chipsets as the…
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Telegram Finances Show Strong Growth, Despite Legal Battles
Telegram’s messaging platform is reporting strong growth according to the company’s unaudited financials for the half year of this year.…
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Lowering Infrastructure Costs Key To Boosting Financial Inclusion In Africa
Musa lives in a bustling city in Nigeria. He uses his smartphone daily to make payments, send money to relatives,…
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Financial Education Toolkit Targeting Students Unveiled
M-PESA GO, Old Mutual and the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) have today unveiled a financial literacy online toolkit,…
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Tatu City Certifies 500 Construction Workers Through NCA
Tatu City has announced the successful completion of a National Construction Authority (NCA) accreditation exercise, certifying 500 skilled workers and…
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Roam, ENERGICA Partner to Establish 10 Solar Charging Hubs
Roam, a Kenyan tech-driven electric mobility company, is set to establish 10 additional solar-powered Roam Hubs in Nairobi with funding…
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CYBER SECURITY
Google’s New Features to Combat Smartphone Theft in Africa
On one hand, phone theft has been a growing concern in many countries across Africa whereas on the flipside smartphone…
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Startups
African startups pitching at the finals of the L59 Pitch competition revealed
Latitude59 Kenya’s Pitch Competition has announced the 10 startups selected to compete for an invitation to Latitude59 2025 in Tallinn,…
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Glovo Kenya’s GM Champions Innovation at University of Nairobi’s Tech Week Expo
Caroline Mutuku, Country General Manager of Glovo Kenya, recently ignited the minds of aspiring tech leaders at the University of…
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How Watu Simu is bridging the digital divide one smartphone at a time
Smartphone financing is steadily gaining momentum in Kenya and across Africa. Over the years, various device financing models have emerged,…
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Watu Simu reaches one-million device sales milestone
Asset finance solutions provider Watu has announced a significant milestone by selling over one million mobile devices in the Kenyan…
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BUSINESS
African financial markets report widespread progress
According to a recent survey by Absa Group, Africa’s financial markets have expanded at the fastest pace since 2017 due…
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CA Boss clarifies phone tax compliance, denies transaction tracking
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has defended its latest directive on mobile phone International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Economic Forum Projects 4.8% GDP Growth in 2024
NCBA has forecasted a steady growth in the country’s GDP with output projected to close at 4.8% in 2024 and…
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Gertrude’s Hospital Targets Partners For Early Paediatric Cancer Care
Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital is seeking additional partners to support efforts aimed at expanding cancer screening capabilities, to ensure timely diagnosis…
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Equity Recognized for Enhancing Customer Experience Through Tech
Equity has been recognized as the second runner-up in the ‘Best Use of Technology’ category, at the Service Excellence Awards…
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Apps
Increase Your Instagram Account’s Privacy and Security With These Tips
Instagram has become a popular platform for sharing photos, videos, and creative work. Here are some steps to enhance your…
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Safaricom addresses allegations of sharing customer data with police
Safaricom has come out strongly to address allegations that it’s aiding in abductions by sharing its customer data with the…
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Xiaomi Kenya Black Friday 2024 Deals To Check Out
Xiaomi Kenya is unleashing a wave of unbeatable deals on its latest smartphones this Black Friday. With exclusive discounts, flash…
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Google Adds 15 African Languages to Voice, Text Tools
Google has today announced the addition of 15 African languages on Voice Search, typing with voice on Gboard and voice…
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