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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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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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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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Why the Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s IP68 Rating Changes the Foldable Market
For years, foldable phones have carried an unspoken caveat. They promised futuristic screens and flexible hinges, but always with the…
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Google Pixel 10 Event Shows How Agentic AI and Durable Foldables Are Redefining the Smartphone Relationship
Tech launches in 2025 often feel like a barrage of buzzwords and overblown promises. Google’s latest Made By Google showcase…
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Google Pixel 10 Series Revealed: AI-First Features, Magnetic Accessories, and the Future of Android in 2025
At first glance, the Google Pixel 10 series doesn’t scream reinvention. The design language remains anchored in Google’s recognizable camera…
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Safaricom B-LIVE Launch: Pay-by-the-Hour Internet Redefines Mobile Data in Kenya
Kenya’s mobile internet landscape is evolving with the introduction of the Safaricom B-LIVE service. Safaricom recently launched B-LIVE, a new…
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‘Is My Licence Ready?’ NTSA Launches New Status Portal After Weeks of Complaints From Drivers Across Kenya
The National Transport and Safety Authority has launched an online portal where motorists can check the status of their smart…
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Twitch Monetization in Kenya Halted as New Regulations Force Platform to Suspend Payouts
Twitch has quietly pulled the plug on monetization for Kenyan creators, and the fallout is immediate. No more Bits. No…
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Huawei Kenya Hosts Smart Classroom Workshop to Advance Digital Learning in Underserved Schools
Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Hiperdist, KCB Bank, and Digion/Smatrace Solutions Ltd, on Tuesday hosted a Smart Classroom Workshop in…
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BUSINESS
Pepeta Bet Kenya Review – Unveiling Complete Insights & Guide on How to Login into Account
The Pepeta Bet Kenya platform is a popular online destination catering to users interested in gaming, betting, and entertainment. Its…
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“Are We Dating the Same Man?” Nairobi’s Viral Digital Gossip Sparks Legal Debate Over Privacy and Defamation
Nairobi’s social media scene is buzzing with a new phenomenon. Blogger Njambi fever has turned private relationship drama into a…
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X Struggles on Android Installs as Downloads Plunge 44% and Subscription Revenue Dips
X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is facing a tough period on Android even as iOS downloads keep climbing.…
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Framing Africa’s Soul: How Canon’s #CelebrateAfrica UGC Campaign Uplifts the Continent’s Photographic Voices
On World Photography Day, as the global community celebrates the power of imagery, Canon Central and North Africa reflects on…
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Safaricom Ethiopia Mobile Expansion Set to Reshape Financial Access Across a Cash-Dominated Country
Ethiopia’s streets still move largely on cash. Vendors count bills at market stalls, commuters exchange coins on crowded buses, and…
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Chrome’s AI Evolution: How Perplexity, OpenAI, and Gemini Are Reshaping Browsing
Browsers have always been quiet workhorses. Chrome, with its 3.45 billion monthly users, has quietly become the world’s default window…
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Digital Numbering and Rapid Growth Are Redefining Kenya’s Mobile Landscape
In the late 1990s, having a mobile phone in Kenya was a luxury few could afford. A SIM card often…
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Bolt Introduces Dash Cams for Driver Partners in Kenya
Bolt has introduced dashboard cameras (dash cams) for driver partners nationwide in Kenya, as part of ongoing efforts to increase safety…
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[Larry Cooke] Stablecoins Are Africa’s Most Useful Crypto, And the World is Finally Catching Up
For many years, countries across Africa have been quietly leading the race when it comes to the practical adoption of…
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BUSINESS
Chinese Developer Henbon Targets Young Professionals with Launch of Diamond Bay Project
Chinese property developer Henbon has unveiled its latest residential project, Diamond Bay Suites, in Nairobi’s Westlands, with a particular focus…
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Yellow Card Appoints Gillian Darko as VP of Strategy
Yellow Card has announced the appointment of Gillian Darko as its new Vice President of Strategy, joining the executive team…
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Sophos and Halcyon Announce New Intelligence-Sharing and Mutual Anti-Tamper Protection Initiative
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced a strategic partnership with Halcyon, a leading provider of anti-ransomware solutions, for threat intelligence sharing.…
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Safaricom Clinches Top Digital Technology Award at CIPS Africa 2025
Safaricom PLC has been named Winner of the Best Use of Digital Technology at the prestigious Chartered Institute of Procurement…
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Kenya Unveils AI Skilling Project for 100,000 Public Servants
Kenya has announced the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) skilling project board to provide 100,000 public sector workers with…
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Galaxy Z Fold5 Certified Renewed Launch Marks Samsung’s First Refurbished Foldable Offering
Samsung is expanding its Certified Re-Newed program to include foldable devices for the first time — beginning with the Galaxy…
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WomenInTech
Absa Bank Kenya Partners with GirlCode to Launch 2025 Pan-African Women-in-Tech Hackathon
Absa Bank Kenya, in collaboration with GirlCode, has launched the 2025 edition of GirlCodeHack, a Pan-African women-in-tech hackathon aimed at…
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BUSINESS
Ajua Seeks to Build Africa’s Largest Customer Experience Platform with Rate My Service Acquisition
Ajua, Africa’s leading customer experience (CX) platform, has acquired Rate My Service (RMS), a Kenyan customer and employee experience platform,…
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Airtel Africa, Vodacom Sign Network Infrastructure Sharing Agreement
Airtel Africa and Vodacom Group have announced a strategic infrastructure sharing agreement in key markets, including Mozambique, Tanzania and the…
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TLcom Capital’s TAPSI Fund Hits 50% Deployment with $2M TurnStay Investment
TLcom Capital, the Africa-focused venture capital firm, has reached a major milestone in growing its early-stage portfolio through its dedicated…
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Verto Webinar Explores Payments, Compliance, and Expansion Strategies for South African Businesses
Verto Webinar: South African businesses looking to expand internationally face a host of challenges, from high cross-border transaction costs and…
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From PIN Checks to e-Slips: How KRA GavaConnect API Platform is Redefining Tax Services for Developers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is turning its focus to technology in a big way. At its second API Masterclass,…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Issues M-Shwari Loan Limit Fraud Warning Amid Rising Mobile Lending Scams
M-Shwari is cautioning its customers to steer clear of anyone promising to “unlock” or “boost” their loan limit. The mobile…
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Wikimania 2025 in Nairobi Unites 2,300 Attendees from 135 Countries
Nairobi played host to the 20th edition of Wikimania, the annual global conference celebrating Wikipedia, Wikimedia projects, and the volunteers…
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BUSINESS
Verto Launches New Bill Pay Feature for Global Businesses
Verto, a leading global B2B payments platform, today announced the launch of a new accounts payable solution designed to significantly…
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The New Digital Frontier: How the Huawei ICT Competition is Redefining Kenya’s Tech Future
Kenya’s technology scene has no shortage of bright minds. But turning raw talent into industry-ready expertise is another story. That’s…
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How Sustainable Tech Is Transforming Industries
We are in an era where companies, from large corporations to small enterprises, are all moving in the same direction,…
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Safaricom Commits KES. 15 Million Towards the 2025 Devolution Conference
Safaricom has committed KES 15 million towards the 2025 Devolution Conference taking place in Homabay this week. The platinum sponsorship…
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KCB Unveils Revamped Mobile Banking App
KCB Bank has rolled out a redesigned mobile banking app, promising customers a faster, more secure, and user-friendly experience. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
A Sophisticated Malware Targeting Fintech and Online Trading Platforms Uncovered
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has discovered a new and highly sophisticated malware used in campaigns targeting fintech companies, and online trading…
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Safaricom Business Fibre Discount Aims to Power SME Growth Across Kenya
In a market where small businesses often wrestle with unreliable internet and limited capital, Safaricom’s latest offer on business fibre…
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Elon Musk Backs Watermarked Video Downloads on X, Tapping Into the Internet’s Long Tradition of Viral Content Reposts
Elon Musk has endorsed a suggestion that could alter how videos circulate on X: make all clips from unlocked accounts…
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BUSINESS
Equity Group H1 Profit Jumps 17% to Kshs.34.6 Billion
Equity Group has reported a 17% growth in profit after tax for the first half of 2025, rising to Kshs.34.6…
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New BAKE Report Urges Reforms as Kenya’s Online Freedoms Fade
A new report by the Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE), “State of the Internet in Kenya: 2020-2024,” reveals that while…
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Nova Pioneer Students Win Top Prize at Young Scientists Kenya 2025
Two students from Nova Pioneer Boys High School Eldoret, Kon Lual Ajok and Ian Mwadiloh, have been crowned winners of…
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Why Samsung’s A Series Is Becoming the Gateway to Its Entire Galaxy Ecosystem
Samsung’s latest Galaxy A Series midrange phones—the Galaxy A26, A36, and A56—are doing more than just closing the spec gap.…
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Night Mode Smartphone Photography: How AI and Sensors Capture Stunning Shots in the Dark
There was a time when taking photos at night with your phone felt like a gamble you were destined to…
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M-Pesa Platform Upgrade: How Safaricom Plans to Future-Proof Africa’s Leading Mobile Money Service
Safaricom’s latest M-Pesa platform upgrade isn’t just a technical milestone—it’s a bet on the future of African finance. The telco…
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A Closer Look at Kenya’s Communications Authority Leadership Swap and Its Implications for Digital Growth
On a quiet Friday morning, a small notice appeared in the Kenya Gazette that barely raised an eyebrow—but behind it…
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Zoholics 2025: Why Zoho in Kenya Is Becoming the Region’s Breakout SaaS Story
Zoho isn’t chasing headlines — it’s building infrastructure. At this year’s Zoholics Kenya, the company showed why it’s gaining traction…
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African Payroll Compliance Software Cuts Costs and Boosts Compliance in 8 Markets
Mediacent Interactive is carving out a space most global software firms have overlooked — payroll systems built for Africa’s tax…
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[Free Webinar, August 14th] Unlock South Africa: Guide for Expansion, Compliance & Capital Movements
Join this open web session as it explores the evolving landscape of international payments for South African businesses, highlighting challenges like…
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[Neeraj Pradhan] How Partnerships are Powering Kenya’s Digital Future
There’s an African proverb that says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far,…
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Airtel Africa Foundation Launches Tech For Her Program to Upskill African Women
Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa plc announced the launch of its ‘Tech For Her’ Program’, targeting…
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With Zia AI and Agent Studio, Zoho Targets Enterprise Automation Growth in Kenya
At this year’s Zoholics Kenya, Zoho didn’t just show off new tech. It drew a line in the sand. The…
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How Android 16’s New USB Protection Could Change the Way Your Phone Charges
Android 16 is bringing in more than just tweaks and polish. It’s also dialing up security with a system-wide feature…
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Google TV’s Rapid Growth Masks Deep Monetization Challenges Facing the Platform
Google’s decade-long push into the living room may be entering a new chapter — or a quiet retreat. Despite the…
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Block BEARD: The U.S. Piracy Law That Might Change How You Stream Globally
It’s framed as a move to protect creators. But a bill moving through the U.S. Senate—called the Block BEARD Act—could…
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OpenWay Expands into Francophone Africa with Way4 Platform to Boost Digital Banking
OpenWay, a global provider of digital payment software, is widening its footprint in Francophone Africa with the launch of its…
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Zambians Can Now Access Global Money Transfers Instantly through Chipper Cash and Western Union
Zambia’s Chipper Cash users can now send and receive money around the world, thanks to a new partnership with Western…
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MTN Uganda Hospitality Digitisation Deal Targets 780 Hotels in Nationwide Tech Upgrade
MTN Uganda has signed a new partnership deal with the Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association (UHOA), a move set to bring…
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MTN’s MoMo App Is Now Offering Smartphones on Credit Without Background Checks
MTN’s mobile money platform, MoMo, is offering prepaid users in South Africa a new way to get a smartphone —…
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Meta Acquires WaveForms AI to Bring Emotionally Aware Voices to Its AI Ecosystem
Meta Platforms has quietly acquired WaveForms AI, a startup developing audio-based artificial intelligence capable of understanding and mimicking human emotion.The…
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Ripple Acquires Rail in $200 Million Move to Dominate Stablecoin Payments
Ripple has agreed to acquire stablecoin-focused payments startup Rail for $200 million, doubling down on the one corner of crypto…
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BUSINESS
CIOs Chart the Future of Enterprise Transformation in Kenya at SeamlessHR Roundtable
As organisations face growing pressure to scale efficiently, respond faster to disruption, and deliver meaningful business outcomes, the role of…
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BUSINESS
KQ by Numbers: Why Kenya Airways Is More Than Just Planes
In a year where global aviation is still catching its breath, Kenya Airways (KQ) has managed something remarkable; not just…
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AI in Africa to top $16.5B by 2030, Mastercard
Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to grow from USD 4.5 billion in 2025 to USD 16.5 billion by…
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Safaricom Commits KES 3 Million to Support Young Scientists Kenya Exhibition
Safaricom, through its youth engagement platform Safaricom Hook, has announced a KES 3 million sponsorship for the 8th edition of…
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Visa Launches Cohort 5 of the Africa Fintech Accelerator Program
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has officially opened applications for the fifth cohort of the Visa Africa Fintech…
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Uganda’s OneRamp Joins ViFi Labs to Scale Stablecoin Payments Across Africa and LATAM
ViFi Labs, a decentralized protocol known for its work in stablecoin and foreign currency trading, has acquired Uganda’s OneRamp—a rising…
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PUBG MOBILE Launches Afro Frenzy Dance Challenge on TikTok
PUBG Mobile, the world-renowned mobile battle royale game, today announced the launch of its electrifying “Afro Frenzy Dance Challenge” on…
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TikTok Content Moderation in Kenya Led to 450K Video Removals and 43K Bans in Early 2025
TikTok doesn’t sleep. At least not when it comes to moderating what shows up on your feed. Between January and…
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Top Sustainability Blogs in Kenya Driving Climate Conversations and Green Innovation
Sustainability Blogs in Kenya: As sustainability and climate resilience take center stage across Africa, Kenya has emerged as a hotbed…
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Kenyan High Court Rejects Paradigm Initiative’s Bid to Join Data Protection Case as Friend of the Court
An application by Paradigm Initiative (PIN) to participate in a data protection case against X Corp (formerly Twitter) as an…
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160 Youth in Nyamira County Graduate with Digital Skills Through Huawei DigiTruck Program
A total of 160 youth from Nyamira County have graduated from Huawei Kenya DigiTruck digital skills training program, marking another…
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Airtel Africa Partners With Xtelify to Roll Out AI-Driven Telecom Platform Across 14 Markets
Airtel Africa has entered into a multi-year, multi-million dollar strategic partnership with Xtelify, the digital arm of Airtel India and…
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How to Pay for Spotify Premium in Kenya as Prices Rise in 2025
Spotify is raising the cost of its Premium subscriptions in Kenya starting September 2025. With new rates rolling out across…
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itel CITY 100 Combines Looks, Battery, and Real AI Into a Surprisingly Capable Phone
Budget phones usually come with strings attached — slow performance, flimsy builds, or features that sound better on paper than…
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BUSINESS
340 Youth in Nandi County Graduate from KCB Foundation 2jiajiri Program
A total of 340 youth from 10 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions in Nandi County have graduated…
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BUSINESS
M-PESA Sokoni Caravan Rolls into Nairobi for Grand Final
Safaricom’s nationwide M-PESA Sokoni Caravan has made its entry into Nairobi, marking the final leg of its countrywide tour. The…
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Startups
Why Hard Tech in Silicon Valley Is Replacing the App Economy for Good
For years, Silicon Valley churned out apps that made life easier, faster, more connected—at least on the surface. You could…
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Elon Musk Says Vine Video Archive Restoration Is Underway, but a Full Comeback Remains Uncertain
Elon Musk says Vine Video’s archives aren’t gone after all. The short-form video app, which helped launch a generation of…
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Rage Bait Fueled Internet Culture for Years — But Users Are Finally Catching On
There was a time when going viral meant something unexpected happened. A kid post-dentist said something weird. A dress confused…
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Spotify Confirms Price Hike for Premium Plans in Kenya Starting This September
Spotify is raising its premium subscription prices in Kenya next month, tightening the screws on a market where digital convenience…
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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Surges to 700 Million Weekly Users, Fueled by Business Adoption and $8.3B in Fresh Funding
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is now logging 700 million weekly active users, marking a fourfold increase from the same time last year…
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Zuckerberg’s Billion-Dollar Offer Wasn’t Enough—Now Meta Is Poaching From a Startup He Couldn’t Buy
Not long ago, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg approached Mira Murati, the former CTO of OpenAI, with a simple proposition: sell…
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How ChatGPT and Other AIs Mislead by Stripping Language of Context
In a recent probe by The Atlantic, ChatGPT reportedly guided journalists through fictional blood rituals, encouraged self-mutilation, and offered to…
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Tim Cook’s Apple AI Strategy Is Losing Momentum as Competitors Double Down on Innovation
Apple has never been in the business of rushing. The company has long preferred calculated execution over early bets—waiting to…
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[Interview] Botswana Bets on Innovation with MIT to Build a Post-Mineral Economy
Botswana has taken a bold step toward redefining its economic future through a groundbreaking partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of…
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OpenAI AI Reasoning Agents Could Transform How We Use Computers to Solve Complex Tasks
The most valuable currency in AI right now isn’t scale — it’s reasoning. After years of fine-tuning large language models…
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Gadgets
Epson Taps Bose for Audio-Visual Projector Series
Projector manufacturer Epson has announced a strategic partnership with Bose Corporation, the renowned global audio brand, to launch a new…
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YouTube Begins Testing Native Collaboration Tags to Help Creators Grow Together
YouTube is experimenting with a new collaboration feature designed to give creators shared exposure, echoing similar tools already common on…
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The TechTrends Podcast | Unpacking the 2025 Samsung Galaxy A Series
In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, host Nixon Kanali sits down with Ryan Mule, B2B Key Account Manager –…
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Meta’s Personal Superintelligence Strategy Aims to Redefine How We Spend Our Downtime
Meta isn’t trying to outdo ChatGPT anymore. At least not on its turf. Mark Zuckerberg’s latest move reframes the company’s…
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What Happens to Your Files When You Cancel a Cloud Storage Subscription from Apple, Google, Microsoft, or Dropbox
If you haven’t checked your monthly subscriptions lately, you’re probably paying for more than you realize. Streaming platforms, fitness apps,…
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