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BUSINESS
Investment in tracking technologies should be a key focus for business
In today’s society, technology has been changing at an unprecedented pace. When you consider that tablets sales are now about…
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BUSINESS
What To Consider When Drawing Up A Legal Contract In Business
By Danielle Grate Disclaimer: If you’re drawing up a legal contract in business, the following information should only be treated as…
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CYBER SECURITY
5 Ways to Secure Your Identity in the Data Breach Era
By Patrick Rono, Security Technical Professional- IBM East Africa With major cybersecurity incidents dominating headlines for the past several years,…
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BUSINESS
Millicom to sell its Rwanda business to Bharti Airtel
Millicom has signed an agreement for the sale of its Rwanda operations to subsidiaries of Bharti Airtel Limited. The total…
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News
Nokia 5 Quick Review: A classy device running on Android
I have been interacting with the Nokia 5 for a while now. Remember the device was among the Android Nokia…
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Business success and nimbleness accumulated in cloud gets serious
The outstanding business value delivered by cloud technology has seen numerous small businesses boom into global giants. “Cloud computing is…
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Reviews
NOKIA 5 First impression: Nokia pulled off a nice design
The Nokia 5 was among the 3 devices that HMD Global unveiled in Kenya back in July this year in…
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Gadgets
Infinix ZERO 5 Review: Its Big, Powerful With Great Cameras
The Infinix ZERO 5 was launched a couple of weeks ago in the country. Prior to this launch, Infinix had…
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Gadgets
Samsung’s Bixby-powered smart speaker might launch mid-2018
Samsung is reportedly gearing to launch its Bixby -powered smart speaker within the first half of 2018, Bloomberg reports. Sources…
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BUSINESS
Gearbest’s Amazing Christmas Event
In the mood of the season, and love and appreciation for its customer’s loyalty, Gearbest has introduced the Christmas promo…
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News
Win a fully paid trip to Shanghai by taking part in the Infinix ZERO 5 #StayTrue Shooting awards
It has been more than two weeks since Infinix Mobility unveiled the Infinix ZERO 5 smartphone. The Device was launched…
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News
Kenya’s GrassRoots Bima named among best fintech innovators in the world.
GrassRoots Bima, a Kenyan technology company has been named among the top Fintech firms in the world in 2017. The…
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News
Infographic: How to Maintain a Professional Online Presence as a Service Provider
Having an online presence plays a big role in many competitive industries today, such as retail and service sector. However,…
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COLUMNS
Beginner’s Guide to VPN Terms
Kenya is the Internet freedom-friendly country while Nairobi is dubbed as a Silicon Savannah and the next tech capital of…
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BUSINESS
New Report Projects Lead Growth in Kenya and South Africa Luxury Travel
A new report released in collaboration with the ongoing WTM London (World Travel Market) exhibition has named Kenya and South…
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News
Nokia and Vodacom sign MoU to conduct 5G trials in South Africa
Nokia and Vodacom have signed an MoU to conduct Nokia 5G technology trials in South Africa. The trial is also part…
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News
“No Platform Immune from Ransomware”, SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast report reveals
Sophos today announced its SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast report. The report recaps ransomware and other cybersecurity trends based on data…
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BUSINESS
Kenya among Sub-Saharan African economies that set new record in reforming their business climate
Kenya is among the Sub-Saharan African economies that set a new record in reforming their business climate. This is according…
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Social Media
Facebook is testing a subscription tool for Instant Articles on Android
Well, most of you probably saw this coming from Facebook but yes, the company is testing a news subscription tool…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Travel to revive its Business in Sudan after economic sanctions against the country were revoked
Jumia Travel has announced that it is reviving its operations in Sudan after the revocation of economic sanctions against the…
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BUSINESS
Impact of Innovation on Real Estate
Among the various factors that have disrupted the world’s economic growth is the enormous impact that technology has had, and…
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News
Andela raises a further $40 Million in new round of funding
It’s less than two weeks since Andela announced a new partnership with Google to launch the Andela Learning Community (ALC…
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BUSINESS
Report: Smartphone integrated real-time data driving demand for fleet management services
A recent study by Transparency Market Research (TMR) on the global IoT fleet management market has found that smartphone integrated real-time data…
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BUSINESS
Wafacash, WorldRemit partner to offer instant money transfers across West and Central Africa
Morocco-based financial services company Wafacash is scaling up operations with leading digital money transfer service WorldRemit to offer instant money…
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News
Could blended learning be Africa’s recipe for educational success?
More and more learners are turning to online courses that enable them to participate in primary, secondary and tertiary education…
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BUSINESS
Kenya’s Entertainment and Media Industry worth US$2.1 billion in 2016, to hit US$3 billion mark in 2020.
The Entertainment and Media Industry in Kenya was worth US$2.1 billion in 2016, up 13.6% in 2015. This is according…
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News
Addressing Financial Inclusivity through Digital Democracy: Is Bitcoin the digital version of gold?
Financial inclusivity is a pre-requisite for building any economy, none more so than in Africa. Acknowledging the role Fin-Tech is…
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News
Medical Education in Sub-Sahara Africa
The state of Medical Education in Africa Medical education in Africa has significantly evolved over the years. From the time…
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BUSINESS
Unlocking Africa’s Potential Through Tourism: The Role of Online Travel
The services sector, in particular tourism, is one of the major contributors to Africa’s economy through such functions as providing…
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BUSINESS
Kilimall to be the sole online sellers of Infinix and Tecno’s new smartphone models
Online shopping mall Kilimall has partnered with phone brands Infinix and Tecno to be the sole online seller of Tecno’s…
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Mastercard invests in building a cashless Ghana
In a bid to become an African economic powerhouse, Ghana has announced a new partnership with Mastercard to smartly integrate…
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News
Battle of the Brands: Infinix vs Tecno.
Let us just agree that Tecno and Infinix Mobile are some of the most popular mobile phones in Kenya right…
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COLUMNS
Guest Post: 3 basic EdTech features everyone should know
A new educational frontier for Africa EdTech is the use of digital education technology to facilitate teaching and learning. It’s…
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BUSINESS
Mobile to mobile remittances opens gain of up to Shs.10b on UK transfers to Tanzania alone
WorldRemit has today announced mobile to mobile remittances to Tanzania can cut the overall costs of remittances for both the…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos warns internet users against Petya Ransomware outbreak
Many any organizations in Europe and the US were last week crippled by yet another ransomware attack known as “Petya”.…
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CYBER SECURITY
Infographic: Understanding the WannaCry Ransomware
It is the name for a prolific hacking attack and known to be “Ransomware”, that holds your laptop surety till…
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Reviews
Oppo F3 Review: Great selfie camera, but is it worth spending your cash on?
It has been a month since Chinese phone maker Oppo unveiled the Oppo F3 smartphone in the Kenyan market. You…
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CYBER SECURITY
The annual CIO East Africa Security Summit kicks off in Nairobi
CIO East Africa in conjunction with the International Data Group (IDG), yesterday held its second annual Africa Security Summit at…
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BUSINESS
Uganda Bankers Association and Mastercard partner to Strengthen the country’s Financial Services Sector
Mastercard has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Uganda Banker’s Association (UBA) to develop a framework that will strengthen…
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News
Microsoft partners with GrowthAfrica to launch the #Insiders4Good East Africa Fellowship
Microsoft has partnered with GrowthAfrica to launch the #Insiders4Good East Africa Fellowship programme. The programme. seeks to support emerging entrepreneurs…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Food Partners with Sodexo Group to launch a new mobile payment option for employees
Jumia Food has announced a new partnership with Sodexo Group – a global leader in employee benefits and reward scheme…
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Social Media
Olx SoMA Award nominees urged to use online networks to empower followers
Social media experts have been challenged to use digital channels to impact the society by disseminating informative and educative content…
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News
Data Recovery is Made Convenient with EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
In today’s fast-paced digital realm and emerging nanotech workplace, storing information electronically becomes the standard method of organizations and businesses…
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CYBER SECURITY
Government computers and networks were not affected during global WannaCry Ransom attack, Mucheru
Following the recent WannaCry Ransom attack that hit the world on Friday, May 14, the Ministry of Information and Technology…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Lab Presents Cybersecurity Trends in the META Region
Kaspersky Lab brought together company experts, journalists and business guests from the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa for its annual…
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News
Breaking: Safaricom Network is down countrywide, calls, data and Mpesa services affected
If you have tried making calls this morning, or even doing any transaction using your Safaricom number chances are you…
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CYBER SECURITY
ICT CS Joe Mucheru urges private sector to boost investment in cybersecurity
ICT Ministry Cabinet Sectretary Mr. Joe Mucheru, has urged the private sector to bolster investment in cybersecurity to curb the…
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Apps
Microsoft just ended support for Windows Vista
Goodbye Windows Vista, yes, Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for Vista more than ten years after it…
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CYBER SECURITY
Nokia malware report reveals new all-time high in mobile device infections and major IoT device security vulnerabilities
The latest Threat Intelligence Report by Nokia has revealed a new all-time high in mobile device malware infections, a sharp increase…
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News
Report: Lenovo Laptops, and LG television brands most popular among Kenyan consumers
Data Fintech has been working with PigiaMe to come up with an Electronics Trends Market Report. The reports provide an…
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CYBER SECURITY
Banks expenditure on IT Security is 3x Higher than Non-Financial Organisations
Financial institutions are under pressure to ramp up security, with trends such as the increased take-up of mobile banking putting…
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News
Asus showcases its products at Ongea Festival, boasts of amazing products and features
Technology company ASUS was among the companies that showcased their products at the recently concluded 2nd Eastern Africa Music summit.…
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CYBER SECURITY
Guest Post: Ransomware – Should you pay?
Ransomware, a form of extortion malware is often disguised as innocuous emails, links or pop-ups, thereby easily hoodwinking gullible users to…
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COLUMNS
Valentine Gift Ideas for the Plugged-in Lover
The month of February is a close replicate of the just ended festive season; a month to celebrate love, giving…
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BUSINESS
Why Wechat is a threat to Safaricom’s M-Pesa.
A few days ago I visited Chinese internet finance museum for a blockchain event organized by okcoin, one of Bitcoin’s…
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CYBER SECURITY
Banks globally still finding it hard to manage online financial fraud
Banks and payment organizations globally are still finding it difficult to manage online financial fraud in today’s connected and complex…
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News
1.2 Billion People Travelled the World in 2016, 58 million to Africa -UNWTO
Destinations worldwide welcomed more than 1.2 billion people in 2016; while 6 billion people toured within their borders, in an…
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COLUMNS
How to choose the best Fleet Management System that suits your needs
If you are a fleet manager looking for ways to maximize fleet efficiency, choosing a fleet management system to manage…
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UPCOMING EVENTS
CIO East Africa to Host Premier Africa Cloud Summit in Nairobi
CIO East Africa is set to host the Africa Cloud Summit in Nairobi Kenya. The two-day event will run from…
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Gadgets
Samsung could be launching the Galaxy S8 on March 29
There is so much we have told you about the Samsung Galaxy S8. Most of what we have written before…
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COLUMNS
Five Guides to Becoming an Eco-friendly Traveler
Tourism is no doubt a world leader in employment, global GDP, and socially; a great aid to cultural integration.…
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BUSINESS
Source India Expo opens at Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi
India-based ProTrade is scheduled to host the Source India Expo at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Kenya…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Lab research: Internet users yet to master proper password habits
Internet users across the globe are yet to master how to use passwords effectively to protect themselves online. Research from…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Travel Launches “Travel Wednesday” across its platform
Jumia Travel has launched a campaign dubbed “Travel Wednesday” running every Wednesday to Friday on the company’s official website. The…
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Reviews
Infinix ZERO 4 Review: Full Package with Amazing features
I have been interacting with the Infinix ZERO 4 device for a while now. During the unboxing article, I did…
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News
Secure Your Router from Internet of Things (IOT) Takedowns
The Communications Authority (CA) fourth quarter report for 2015-2016, notes Kenya has about 10.8 million broadband internet subscriptions. This means…
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Reviews
Infinix ZERO 4 Unboxing and first impressions
So Infinix finally unveiled the much awaited Infinix ZERO 4. I know many of you, me included were really waiting…
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BUSINESS
The Sharing Economy: a driver for e-commerce in Kenya and Africa.
Technologically advanced innovations and solutions are disrupting the somehow settled e-Commerce sector. According to a report by Price WaterHouse Coopers…
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News
Donald Trump’s official government website goes live
Barely a day after Donald Trump was elected the president of the United States, his transition team has already unveiled…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Black Friday is coming eleven days earlier
The Jumia Black Friday is here, and it is starting eleven days earlier. Jumia says this is to allow hoppers…
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COLUMNS
Accounting meets Tech: The Benefits of Cloud Accounting Software for Small and Medium Businesses
Sound bookkeeping is essential for a business’s financial well-being, which is why cloud erp accounting software has an invaluable role to play…
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CYBER SECURITY
Guest Post: Do You Own One of the Most Hackable Devices?
An IT solutions company in the Philippines, as well as other cybersecurity firms, have stressed that everything connected to the…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cyber Crime: Are your online banking transactions safe?
‘Checking your account balance, paying bills and managing your finances… Nowadays, it is pretty normal to do all those things…
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BUSINESS
Dubai Chamber of Commerce to conduct trade mission to Nairobi
Dubai Chamber of Commerce has today announced plans to conduct a two-day trade mission in Nairobi to enhance cooperation with…
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Reviews
Infinix HOT S Review: The perfect lifestyle smartphone.
Launched a couple of weeks ago, the Infinix HOT S was one of the devices we were really looking forward.…
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Gadgets
It’s here, the Infinix HOT S unboxing and first impressions.
The Infinix HOT S is the latest addition to the Infinix range of smartphones. The device was launched last week…
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Gadgets
Another surprise, Infinix Mobile is launching the Hot 4
It is indeed a season of smartphone launches, and most of the time these launches have always caught us by…
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News
The Love Affair between Young Nigerians and Disruptive Mobile Technology
We are all familiar with the stereotype of the young entrepreneur; technology whizz kids with all the latest mobile devices…
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Social Media
‘Lifestage’ Facebook’s new app has been created just for teens
Facebook has released a new iOS app just for teens, more specifically, for those under 21. Known as Lifestage, the…
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News
Every 10th crypto-ransomware attack is aimed at corporate users
The business segment is becoming a more and more attractive target for cipher-malware developers. According to a Kaspersky Lab report…
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Reviews
The Infinix X-Band: When fashion meets technology.
A couple of weeks ago I told you about Infinix Mobility officially entering into the smartwatch market. The company announced…
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News
Nearly a quarter of Wi-Fi networks around Olympic venues in Rio are unsecure
In the lead-up to the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Kaspersky Lab analysts and researchers mapped and assessed the…
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News
Law Enforcement and IT Security companies join forces to fight Ransomware
The Dutch National Police, Europol, Intel Security and Kaspersky Lab have launched an online portal aimed at informing the public…
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Social Media
Facebook Messenger Has A Billion Users
Hello Facebook users, your messaging app, Messenger, now has a billion monthly active users! August 9, 2011 which is 4 years…
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News
Infinix Na Comrades Campus Campaign to mentor University Students in Photography
Students from local universities are set to benefit from a mentorship programme thanks Infinix Mobile. Dubbed Infinix Na Comrades…
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Reviews
Tecno Camon C9 full review: Photography enthusiasts where are you at?
Launched a couple of weeks ago, the Tecno Camon C9 is a smartphone any photography enthusiast would wish to have.…
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BUSINESS
Uber Launches in Kampala, provides free rides for all Ugandans
Following the success of Uber in many other growing cities in Africa, Uber has decided to spread its wings by…
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BUSINESS
Equity Bank Voted most innovative Bank in East Africa 2016
Equity Bank has been named the most innovative Bank in East Africa 2016 for the second year in a row.…
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Reviews
Tecno DroiPad 8II Quick Review
Tecno Mobile launched the Tecno DroiPad 8II tablet into the Kenyan market. The tablet, as I had mentioned in my…
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Gadgets
This is the Xiaomi 6.4-Inch Mi Max Phone that everyone is talking about
We have previously told you about Xiaomi Mobile entering the Kenyan market. Back in China, the company has completely reshaped…
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News
British Wileyfox Smartphone Brand Enters Kenya, introduces two new devices
Just last month we told you about Xiaomi mobile entering the Kenyan market. Xiaomi came at a time when the…
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BUSINESS
Guest Post: Promising future in telecoms sector, but stakes higher
The telecommunications industry in Kenya has been on a very progressive journey and it has covered a great distance in…
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News
Samsung KNOX receives most “Strong” ratings in Gartner security report
Samsung KNOX, a built-in defense grade security feature has been awarded the most “Strong” ratings of any mobile security platform…
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News
The young Zimbabwean with a free online classroom for students
“My vision is to see an Africa that is free from poverty. This can only be achieved if we, as…
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News
Four primary schools get Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) devices
The Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) has delivered and installed devices to an initial four (4) primary schools in different parts…
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News
E-Waste: Firms join hands in #CollectEwasteKE Campaign, here’s how to participate
E-Waste management continues to be a major problem facing most African countries including Kenya. In fact, the Communication Authority of…
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Apps
Google’s Android N Is On The Way
After Version 6, a new version is coming. Had a sneak peak on Google’s Android Developers blog. For clarification I…
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News
MWC 2016: 4G Connections Surpass One Billion Mark Worldwide
The number of 4G mobile connections worldwide has surpassed the one billion mark and is on track to account for…
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Gadgets
“Always ON Display”; Is it YotaPhone ‘s, LG’s or Samsung’s?
Back in 2014, YotaPhone smartphones introduced ‘Always ON’ feature in their brand. This feature allows you to view; time and…
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Social Media
#RIPTwitter: Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey denies algorithm fears
#RIPTwitter, remember that hashtag? The hashtag that was trending worldwide last week after a report by BuzzFeed revealed that Twitter…
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Social Media
How to Stay Safe on Social Media
TechTrendsKE proves itself to be a professional and well-designed website meant to give you everything you need to know about…
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