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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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Featured
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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Featured
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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How to Check CRB Status in Kenya: Step-by-Step Guide to TransUnion, Metropol, and Creditinfo
In Kenya, your credit history isn’t just a formality — it’s a record that decides whether you can access loans,…
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Xiaomi Brings Redmi 15C to Kenya with Huge 6000mAh Battery, 120Hz Display, and Launch Freebies Including TVs
Xiaomi has rolled out its latest mid-range contender, the Redmi 15C, into the Kenyan market — and it’s the kind…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Group Leverages Digital Innovation to Drive Growth in H1 2025
NCBA Group has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with digital innovation and customer-focused technology driving…
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120 Youth Graduate from Huawei DigiTruck Training Program in Kisii County
More than 120 young people from Kisii County have graduated after completing a four-week digital skills program delivered through the…
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Bolt Market Triples its Growth in Kenya Since Launch
Bolt Market, the grocery delivery arm of leading mobility platform Bolt, has recorded 300% growth in orders since launching in December 2024.…
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Gadgets
How APK Is Changing the Betting Scene in Kenya
Kenya is decisively mobile-first. Most bets start on a phone—usually on Android, over mobile data, often on the move. In…
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News
iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Pixel 10 Pro XL Video Showdown Highlights Apple’s Edge
Each September brings the same ritual: new phones, new promises, and the same question — has Google finally caught up…
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HDR10 vs Dolby Vision Explained: How Streaming Platforms and TVs Shape Your Viewing Experience
HDR (High Dynamic Range) is designed to make streaming visuals richer and more lifelike. Two standards dominate: HDR10 and Dolby…
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Djibouti Telecom to Extend DARE1 Cable, Linking East and Southern Africa for Faster Connectivity
Djibouti Telecom is advancing regional connectivity with plans to extend its DARE1 submarine cable along Africa’s east coast. The expansion…
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Why the Government’s Talk of a Safaricom Breakup in Kenya Isn’t Worrying Its CEO
Safaricom, Kenya’s leading telecom operator, is once again in the spotlight following reports that the government might split the company.…
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The Rise of E-Bikes in Kenya 2025: Competition, Infrastructure, and Rider Adoption
Kenya’s electric bike market has moved beyond pilot projects and token launches. By 2025, the sector has grown into a…
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BUSINESS
Mantrac Kenya Unveils “Advantage” Loyalty Program
Mantrac Kenya has rolled out the “Advantage” Program, a new loyalty initiative designed to reward customers for their purchases of…
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Airtel Refund Case and Viral Kenyan Thread Reveal Why Mobile Money Reversals Remain a Major Headache
Mobile money is one of Africa’s great innovations. But its speed and simplicity have created a stubborn headache: what happens…
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Startups
How to Apply for the MEST Africa Challenge 2025
The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) recently opened applications for the 7th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge…
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Kenya’s Hosting of CHAN 2025 Shows Progress in Football Infrastructure and Tech Ahead of Bigger Tournaments
When Morocco edged Madagascar 3–2 in the final at Moi International Sports Centre on 30 August 2025, the headline was…
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TikTok for Artists in Kenya Aims to Position Local Acts for Regional and Global Breakthroughs
TikTok has launched its TikTok for Artists platform in Kenya, making the country one of the first in Africa to…
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bolttech Partners with LOOP to Launch New Financing and Protection Programme for Devices
Global insurtech, bolttech, has announced its entry into the Kenyan market via its partnership with LOOP, the fintech subsidiary of…
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Kenya’s eBee Mobility Faces Workforce Shakeup Amid Market Challenges and Tax Hurdles
Kenya’s eBee Mobility, once a rising player in the electric bicycle market, has recently laid off the majority of its…
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Uber Now Issues e-TIMS Invoices in Kenya – What Drivers Need to Know
In a move set to reshape ride-hailing in Kenya, Uber has announced that it will now issue e-TIMS-compliant invoices on…
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Dubai Airport Launches World’s First AI-Powered Passport Control Corridor
Dubai International Airport has announced a groundbreaking innovation, the world’s first AI-powered passenger corridor, which uses advanced artificial intelligence and…
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Deepfakes and Deception: The Rising Threat of Synthetic Media
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries in different ways. However, the media industry faces a particularly high risk of manipulation…
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Gadgets
LG’s New InstaView Bottom Freezer Fridge Helps Families Save Money, Reduce Waste
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa on Wednesday introduced the LG InstaView Bottom Freezer refrigerator to the Kenyan market, presenting it…
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Bolt Ride-Hailing Safety: Tools, Technology, and Driver-Protection Measures
In the latest episode of the Tech Trends Podcast, now available everywhere you get your podcasts, Hazel from Bolt joined…
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Jumia Taps Chinese Vendors to Guard Its E-commerce Lead in Africa
Jumia is reinforcing its marketplace with a fresh influx of Chinese sellers, part of a wider strategy to stay ahead…
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Google’s Gemini and xAI’s Grok Close In on ChatGPT as Consumer AI Tools See Rapid Growth
The consumer AI landscape is shifting, and ChatGPT is no longer unchallenged. Andreessen Horowitz’s latest report shows that Google’s Gemini…
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Samsung Unpacked 2025 and Apple iPhone 17 Event Set to Ignite Techtember
September is shaping up to be a landmark month in consumer tech. Samsung Unpacked 2025 is scheduled for September 4,…
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Why African Tech and Finance Startups Are Eyeing London IPOs
London is quietly positioning itself as the go-to destination for African companies seeking capital. For decades, the city has drawn…
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Startups
African Angel Academy Launches 12th Cohort to Bridge Africa’s $194B Startup Funding Gap
The African Angel Academy (AAA), Africa’s leading angel investor training platform, has announced the launch of its 12th cohort as…
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Verto Unveils Atlas Suite to Simplify Cross-Border Payments
Global B2B payments platform Verto has announced the launch of The Atlas Suite, an API-first embedded finance solution designed to…
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Huawei, Partners Empower 500 Women and Youth in Murang’a with Digital Skills
A five-day Digital Skills Training Program has equipped 500 women and youth across several sub-counties in Murang’a County with essential…
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TRENDING
TechTrends Media to Host AI-Powered Business Forum This October in Nairobi
TechTrends Media, a leading Kenyan-based tech media agency, is proud to announce the inaugural edition of TechTrends Pulse, a new…
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Safaricom Hosts Inaugural Innovation Day for Large Businesses
Safaricom has today hosted its flagship Innovation Day under the theme: “Powering What’s Next: AI, Resilience & Sustainable Innovation.” The…
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[Survey] Business Leaders Invited to Share Insights on Africa’s AI Adoption
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the preserve of Silicon Valley or Asia’s tech giants. It is rapidly becoming a…
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Jumia Welcomes Axian CEO to Supervisory Board as Telecom Expansion Fuels E-Commerce Ambitions
Axian Group CEO Hassanein Hiridjee has officially joined Jumia’s supervisory board, stepping in for Angela K. Mwanza, who resigned on…
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Africa’s Smartphone Market Surges 7% in Q2 as Low-Cost Devices Drive Connectivity Across Key Economies
Africa’s smartphone market is showing signs of resilience. In the second quarter of 2025, shipments rose 7% year-on-year to 19.2…
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AQskill: Empowering Africa with Affordable and Industry-Driven Digital Education
In a world where both digital and entrepreneurial skills are now the defining metrics of career success, AQskill is fast…
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Rising Costs Ahead: Spotify Signals More Price Increases While Super Premium Tier Lingers
Spotify is preparing another round of subscription price increases, even as its most ambitious new tier — a long-discussed “super…
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Google Cracks Down on Sideloading: Developer Verification for Android Apps Coming in 2026
For years, Android’s identity has been tied to freedom. Where Apple tightly guards iOS with walled-garden rules, Android has prided…
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Kenya Secures EU’s Sh2.3 Billion Boost to Expand Broadband Access and Bridge Digital Gaps
Kenya has secured a place in a new European Union-backed programme designed to plug Africa’s most persistent internet gaps. The…
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How Skyrocketing Smartphone Prices in Kenya Are Fueling a Device Financing Revolution
Smartphones have become a necessity in Kenya, but owning one has rarely been harder. Prices have climbed so steeply in…
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BUSINESS
Kenya Weighs Safaricom Break-Up: M-Pesa, Mobile, and Towers Could Go Independent
Safaricom, the Nairobi-listed giant that dominates Kenya’s telecoms and mobile money landscape, may be headed for one of the most…
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Spotify Promised a Super Premium Tier—Here’s Why It’s Still Missing
Spotify has been hinting at a “Super Premium” tier for more than two years, aiming to offer features like lossless…
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Kenya’s Alcohol Import and Export Licensing Moves Online as NACADA Adopts Trade Facilitation Platform
Kenya’s alcohol importers and exporters are about to face a major procedural overhaul. Beginning October 1, 2025, all licenses and…
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AI Sycophancy as a Dark Pattern: How Chatbots Risk Fueling Delusions and Mental Health Crises
AI chatbots have become increasingly convincing companions, but experts warn their tendency to flatter and affirm users — a behavior…
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COLUMNS
Phyllis Migwi | The Benefits of AI in Healthcare Extend far Beyond Improved Patient Care
Artificial intelligence is rapidly weaving into the fabric of everyday life, and we have started to see the impact as…
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BUSINESS
CBK Approves New Tool to Transform Credit Data Quality in Kenya
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has officially approved the CIS ValiData tool, an innovative credit data validation and submission…
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Digital Lenders Push for Higher Licensing Threshold to Filter Speculators
A group of Kenya’s digital lenders is calling on the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to raise the licensing threshold…
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ODPC Moves to Revoke Licences of Rogue Digital Lenders Kenya Over Data Abuse
For many Kenyans, digital loans have become a lifeline—quick money for medical bills, school fees, or simply making it to…
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Kenya Dirty Money Crackdown Intensifies with CBK-UK Treasury Partnership to Protect Financial Sector
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has partnered with the United Kingdom’s finance ministry as part of a broader Kenya…
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When Ride-Hailing Turns Rogue: What If a Driver’s Bias Cost a Passenger Their Care in Kenya?
In the age of ride-hailing, convenience is supposed to be the promise. But what happens when that promise is broken—not…
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Google Cloud Powers Meta’s AI Expansion While Apple Eyes Gemini AI for Siri
Apple is reportedly exploring a collaboration with Google to integrate its Gemini AI into a future iteration of Siri, signaling…
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Apple, Google, and Samsung Smartphones Are No Longer Competing on the Same Track—Here’s What That Means for Users
For years, the smartphone industry moved in lockstep. Every new launch was measured by the same yardsticks: raw power, camera…
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ColorOS 16 Mega Leak Reveals Full Lock Screen Overhaul, Generative Doodles, and Resizable Icons
ColorOS 16 has leaked ahead of its official reveal, giving OPPO and OnePlus fans an early look at what could…
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Are Silicon Carbon Phone Batteries Lifespan Promises Too Good to Be True?
Smartphone makers are racing to deliver ultra-fast charging, and silicon-carbon batteries have become their latest weapon. By swapping graphite anodes…
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Panama Playlists Leak Sparks Alarm: How to Be Private on Spotify Before Your Listening Habits Go Public
When the so-called Panama Playlists went viral, it exposed something most Spotify listeners didn’t realize: much of their music activity…
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Farmers Abandon Hustler Fund as Banks and Fuliza Become the New Go-To Credit Sources
Kenyan farmers are shifting away from the government-backed Hustler Fund and microfinance lenders, turning instead to banks and digital loans…
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Kenya Digital Addresses Remain Elusive as Private Startups Push Solutions for Millions of Unaddressed Citizens
In Kenya, having no physical address is more than an inconvenience. For millions, it is a barrier that keeps them…
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Nairobi’s Ambition to Rival Johannesburg and Mauritius as Africa’s Leading Financial Hub
Kenya is renewing efforts to make Nairobi a regional financial powerhouse. The Nairobi International Finance Centre (NIFC) has rolled out…
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Samsung Expands One UI to Home Appliances
Samsung Electronics today announced the expansion of its proprietary One UI platform to its home appliance lineup, delivering a unified…
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Safaricom 5G Powers Kenya’s Biggest Gaming and Pop Culture Festival at KICC
Hundreds of Kenyan gaming enthusiasts gathered on Saturday at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) for the thrilling 2025 Otamatsuri…
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The Most Data-Hungry Apps in 2025: YouTube Tops the List
The average smartphone user now consumes over 11 gigabytes of mobile data per month, a 40% increase from just two…
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Bboxx Appoints Justus Mucyo as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Growth Across Africa
Bboxx, an Africa pay-as-you-go off-grid solar and energy-as-a-service company, has appointed Justus Mucyo as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).…
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CLOUD
Vertiv Completes Acquisition of Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets
Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, has announced the successful completion of its previously reported intent to acquire…
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Green Light for Vodacom/MAZIV Merger Transaction Signals New Chapter for SA Connectivity
MAZIV has welcomed the Competition Appeal Court’s approval of the Vodacom/MAZIV merger transaction, marking a critical milestone in South Africa’s…
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COLUMNS
Elizabeth Wasunna-Ochwa | The Role of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships in Transforming SMEs
Stakeholder outreach to small businesses, regulators, lobby groups, and financial partners has unveiled significant opportunities for enhancing the resilience and…
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Mobile Scams Surge in Kenya as Authorities and Operators Step Up to Protect Users from Growing Fraud Threat
Mobile phones have become a lifeline for millions of Kenyans, connecting people to services, finances, and daily routines. But as…
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Kenya’s Tech Firms Pull Ahead as Top Recipients of Foreign Investment
Kenya’s technology companies are drawing a growing share of international investment, leaving traditional sectors such as banking, manufacturing, and retail…
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BUSINESS
Cabinet Approval Holds the Key as Kenya Prepares to Reduce Government Stake in Safaricom to Raise Billions
The government’s plans to sell a chunk of its 34.9 percent stake in Safaricom, Kenya’s biggest listed company, now rest…
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Africa Bitcoin Institute Leads the Charge in Bringing African Voices to Cryptocurrency Policy
Anaïse Kanimba grew up in the shadow of global attention. Her father, Paul Rusesabagina, became an international symbol of courage…
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Nine Arrested in Nairobi as Communications Authority Cracks Down on Unlicensed Courier Services in Eastleigh
The bustling streets of Eastleigh, known for their dense network of small businesses and informal trade, were the scene of…
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Google AI Mode Search Rolls Out in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, Transforming How Users Explore the Web with Advanced Reasoning
Google has introduced AI Mode in Search for users in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, ushering in a new era…
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