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COLUMNS
[Parag Mendiratta] Leveraging UPS technology to drive sustainability in data centers
One of the biggest challenges facing most industries today is the rising cost and uncertain security of energy. Indeed, such…
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Startups
Winner of the MEST Africa 2023 Challenge Announced
MEST Africa, the Pan-African tech entrepreneurship training program, seed fund, and incubator, has announced Koa Academy as the grand prize…
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1Stop and Suss Ads announce new partnership
1Stop Translations and Suss Ads have partnered to offer iGaming companies entering the African markets a seamless entry into the…
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Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 with 1.6-inch display, IP68 rating officially launched
Samsung Galaxy Fit3: Samsung has officially announced the release of the Galaxy Fit3, its newest fitness tracker that the company…
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BUSINESS
Carrefour’s self-checkout service now available at the Hub Store
Carrefour has announced the launch of its self-checkout service at the Hub store, in Karen. The retail stores owned and…
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News
HMD Global Multi-brand strategy explained: Nokia Icon is on the way
By now we all know that HMD Global, the makers of Nokia phones, will soon be launching HMD-original devices. CEO…
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Vertiv announces VIP partner promotion in select markets across Africa
Vertiv has kicked off a 2024 incentive that will see new distributors who join the Vertiv Partner Programme over February and…
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Samsung is the fourth most-loved brand in Kenya by women
Samsung has emerged as a significant player in the hearts of Kenyan women, securing an impressive fourth position among the…
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Gebeya, O’Reilly partner to upskill Africans with tech skills
Gebeya has partnered with O’Reilly to upskill thousands of Africans with technology skills. The partnership, which was announced this week…
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Gadgets
OPPO Establishes AI Center, Announces Arrival of Generative AI Features on Reno Series
OPPO has announced the establishment of OPPO AI Center to further strengthen its AI capabilities and explore a broader range…
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Startups
South African fintech Float secures $11 million in funding
Float, the South African fintech which offers shoppers a smarter way to use their credit cards has secured $11 million…
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BUSINESS
Glovo partners with Visa to support SMEs
Glovo has teamed with digital payments leader, Visa, to empower small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) through a series of online training courses.…
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News
Connected Africa Summit 2024 Extends Call for Innovation Awards Submissions
The ICT Authority has extended the call for submissions to the Connected Africa Summit 2024 Innovation Awards from 22nd March…
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Microsoft ADC kicks off second upskilling cohort for University lecturers
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) has kicked off the second upskilling cohort, which will support university lecturers and empower…
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Startups
Nigerian fintech Zone raises $8.5m to scale its decentralized payment infrastructure
Zone, the Nigerian payment infrastructure company has raised $8.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round led by VC firms…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Named Leader in IDC MarketScape for Endpoint Security
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has been named leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Modern Endpoint Security for Small Businesses 2024 Vendor…
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BUSINESS
M-PESA partners with Onafriq for international remittances to Ethiopia
Safaricom has today announced an International Money Transfer Agreement with Onafriq, Africa’s digital payments network to help streamline remittance flows…
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Startups
Bolt launches a Ksh.2.9m accelerator program for its drivers in Kenya
Ride hailing platform Bolt has today launched an Accelerator Program for its drivers and riders in Kenya. The program will…
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Startups
Village Capital launches call for startups in Africa focused on Greentech
Village Capital, with support from Moody’s Foundation, have launched Greentech 2024: The Future of Sustainability, an investment-readiness accelerator. The program…
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News
Starlink’s entry into Kenya doubles number of satellite internet users
Latest data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) reveal that the number of satellite internet users in Kenya more…
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Gadgets
Samsung’s SolarCell Remote, Small With Big Environmental Friendly Experience
Imagine a remote that is small enough to fit anywhere but unleashes the power and experience that can only be…
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News
Gaming Is Not Just For Any Screen, A Sit-Down With An Avid Gamer
The number of gamers in Africa has more than doubled since 2015, from 77 million to 186 million players, making…
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COLUMNS
[Nick Clegg] With AI technology tailor-made in Africa, the sky’s the limit
With so many hyperbolic claims and counter-claims being made about Artificial Intelligence, it’s hard to know what to think. Should…
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News
Kenya tops the Eastern African Youth Digital Readiness Index
Kenya has been ranked at the top position in the 2023 Eastern Africa Youth Digital Readiness Index, followed by Rwanda…
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Microsoft ADC unveils mentorship programme for tech women in universities
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre has launched a mentorship program for women pursuing technology studies at universities. The first cohort…
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Gadgets
Itel P55+ With 5,000mAh Battery, 45W Fast Charging Launched in Kenya
Itel has officially launched the P55+, its latest budget offering in Kenya featuring some quite interesting specs. The company said in a statement…
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Apps
Spotify’s new daylist feature now available for users in Kenya
Daylist, Spotify’s new feature that dynamically adjusts to any user’s changing moods and listening desires throughout the day is now…
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BUSINESS
London-based fintech Unlimit secures PSP licence to expand into Tanzania
Global fintech company Unlimit is launching its payments services in Tanzania, further expanding its presence in Africa. The firm announced…
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News
[Linda Saunders] Trusted AI Needs a Human at the Helm
AI promises to make our jobs easier, our work more productive, and our businesses more valuable. In fact, new research from…
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Bolt expands operations into DRC
Bolt has announced the launch of its services in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). With limited availability of private…
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CYBER SECURITY
New Sophos Report Details Cyberthreats Facing SMBs
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has today released its annual 2024 Threat Report, detailing “Cybercrime on Main Street” and the biggest threats…
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Gadgets
Oppo Reno11 Series Comes With An Updated UI, Thanks To ColorOS14
OPPO Reno11 Series has been selling in the local market for a few weeks now. OPPO officially unveiled the series…
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Epson introduces new printer series in Kenya
Epson has announced the introduction of the WorkForce Enterprise AM-C printers in Kenya. Epson Regional Head for East and West…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom Unveils “Grow With Safaricom Business” Platform For MSMEs
Safaricom has launched the “Grow with Safaricom Business” engagement platform for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The platform, according…
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[SXSW 2024] Amy Webb: Due to AI, humanity is on the eve of the largest tech supercycle ever
By Maurice Wenneker at SXSW in Austin, Texas SXSW doesn’t really start until you attend the launch of Amy Webb‘s Emerging Tech Trend Report.…
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Featured
Telegram Casinos On The Rise: What Makes Them So Much Better?
If you’re into online gambling, you’ve probably heard about Telegram casinos – the industry’s latest trend. But what are they?…
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South Africa struggling with high broadband prices
Despite many efforts to improve broadband infrastructure and reduce costs, ensuring affordable broadband remains a formidable challenge in South Africa,…
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TikTok’s Add to Music App launches in 163 new countries, including Kenya
Following the successful launch in 2023, TikTok recently announced that the Add to Music App is now rolling out to…
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BUSINESS
Crossborder Investments Key to Enhancing Intra-Africa Trade
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said entry of Commercial International Bank (CIB) into Kenya’s market is a major win…
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Mobilise commences Tier 5 MVNE licence services in Nigeria
Mobilise, a leading provider of telecom software solutions has announced the launch of its Tier 5 MVNE services in Nigeria.…
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Reviews
Galaxy A25 5G Review
Galaxy A25 5G Review: Samsung announced the Galaxy A25 5G in January just days before their first Unpacked event of…
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Reviews
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G Review : The Best Redmi NoteYet
Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G review: Redmi, Xiaom’s sub-brand is known for its affordable yet very powerful handsets. Over the…
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News
International Women’s Day: The urgency to drive inclusivity through digital transformation
Digital transformation represents both risk and opportunity for women’s inclusion in the workplace, all around the world. The risk lies…
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News
Vertiv Launches Free Online Tool to Streamline Data Centre Planning and Design
Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has unveiled a new tool designed to transform and…
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CLOUD
Kenya and UAE sign deal to develop first geothermal-powered data centre
Kenya has signed an MoU with the United Arab Emirates for the development of the first-ever data centre to be…
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Startups
Empowering Innovation: OPPO’s Strategic Collaboration with Startups on Tech Advancements
Today, with 150 million startups worldwide and another 50 million launching each year, innovation and creativity are reshaping industries. However,…
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Featured
Odibets’ Odi Mtaani Initiative Brings ‘Clean Water’ to Homabay County
Under the Odi Mtaani initiative, Odibets, a leading betting company, has extended its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts to Homabay…
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BUSINESS
MasterCard teams up with SAVA to serve African SMMEs
Mastercard and Johannesburg-based fintech company SAVA have announced a partnership to support small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) with innovative…
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News
Kenyan women journalists among most harassed online in Africa, study
In an era dominated by digital platforms and social media, the rise of disinformation and online harassment poses significant challenges…
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Uber Comfort with bigger cars now available in Kenya
Uber has rolled out a new service for riders in Kenya today offering additional “comfort” features, such as extra legroom…
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Airtel and ATC team up to provide internet connectivity to schools across Kenya
Airtel has entered into a partnership with ATC Kenya to provide internet connectivity to 50 primary schools across the country. …
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Liquid C2, Google Cloud, and Anthropic team up to Boost AI, Cyber Security in Africa
Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies has announced strategic partnerships with global technology powerhouse Google Cloud and artificial intelligence…
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Bulk SMS provider Vaspro Partners with KWS in Conservation Efforts
Mobile tech firm Vaspro has partnered with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to boost conservation activities in the country. The…
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Startups
Founders Factory Africa LIVE podcast details the importance of choosing the right capital in 2024
Founders Factory Africa recently hosted a live version of The African Pre-seed Podcast. The episode focused on the good and bad…
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News
Airtel and Cisco launch NaaS solution for African businesses
Airtel Africa has expanded its collaboration with Cisco to launch Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) solutions across various service platforms. The strategic partnership…
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Solcon Capital and IFC partner to provide growth capital to deep tech companies in South Africa
IFC and Solcon Capital have announced an agreement to support deep tech startups in South Africa and India. This strategic…
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BUSINESS
PayPal withdrawals via Equity Bank now instant
Equity Bank has reduced the duration it takes to settle PayPal withdrawals from 24-hour to an instant withdrawal capability. The…
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BUSINESS
Zoho announces partnership with J-Hub Africa to promote innovation among entrepreneurs
Zoho Corporation has partnered with J-Hub Africa, the digital innovation hub that supports budding innovators and entrepreneurs at Jomo Kenyatta University…
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News
Ericsson and MTN Group announce new partnership to boost sustainability and digital skills across Africa
Ericsson and MTN Group today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing sustainability, digital skills, and education across…
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Startups
Sankalp Africa Summit 2024: Empowering Africa’s Entrepreneurs to Drive Global Sustainable Solutions
The recently concluded 11th Edition Sankalp Africa Summit 2024 hosted at Kenya School of Monetary Studies in Nairobi, has once…
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Startups
Nigerian debt recovery startup BFREE secures $2.95m funding
BFREE, a Nigerian tech-enabled debt collection startup has secured $2.95 million in fresh funding, to redefine debt collection in Africa.…
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Startups
Strategic policies needed to grow the startup ecosystem in Africa, Mozilla study
The last couple of years have been very interesting for the African startup ecosystem. 2023 specifically saw a rebalancing of…
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News
Egyptian Astro Photographer Wael Omar’s Top Canon Gear Picks For Capturing Celestial Wonders
In the world of astrophotography, where the canvas is the boundless expanse of the night sky, the choice of equipment…
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News
Airtel Africa targets advertisers and agencies with new ads platform
Airtel Africa has announced the launch of Airtel Ads, marking its official entry into the advertising industry. Airtel Ads will…
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Featured
Odibets Deepens Community Impact with CSR Initiative and water project in Nandi County
In a demonstration of their unwavering commitment to community development, Odibets continued their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives on Wednesday,…
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News
Samsung, Vodafone complete first Open RAN call with AMD processors
Samsung Electronics and Vodafone, in collaboration with AMD, have have successfully demonstrated an end-to-end call with the latest AMD processors…
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Gadgets
Oppo Air Glass 3 with new AI assistant launched at MWC 2024
Oppo just unveiled a prototype for its new generation of assisted reality glasses, Oppo Air Glass 3, at MWC 2024. …
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News
Digital IDs issuance to resume as High Court lifts injunction
The Kenyan High Court has lifted the injunction preventing the government from printing new digital identity cards. The courts had…
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News
IFC announces top 100 women-led startups in She Wins Africa Initiative
IFC has announced the names of 100 women-led startup owners selected to participate in the She Wins Africa program. She…
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News
SEACOM suffers subsea cable outage between Kenya, Egypt
Telecoms provider SEACOM encountered a service-affecting outage on its subsea cable system last weekend. According to a statement from the…
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Equitel becomes the first MVNO in Africa to launch 5G services
Equitel announced today that it has become the first mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) in Africa to launch 5G services. …
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Salesforce Announces Clean Energy Programme Management
Salesforce has introduced Clean Energy Programme Management for Energy & Utilities Cloud. The company said in a statement that the…
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List of Online Casino Welcome Bonuses for Kenyan Players
Welcome bonuses at online casinos: what it is and what offers you can get Each online casino user has the…
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News
HMD rebrands, shares strategy for the future including more Nokia phones
HMD Global, the brand that has been producing Nokia devices in the past few years has announced a major rebrand.…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom shares its accomplishments and future strategies for Ethiopia
Safaricom PLC on Friday held its second Investor Day in Addis Ababa, providing an opportunity for the investment community to…
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News
Digital commerce in Africa to expand 25% per year by 2026
Africa has emerged as a frontier for the new online consumer class, representing an estimated 10 million new consumers in…
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Blockchain
Kenya leads global interest in Worldcoin despite ban
Global interest in Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency token linked to Sam Altman’s innovative digital ID project, has surged in the past…
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News
OPPO Reno11 Series Imaging Technology Explained
OPPO is at the forefront of portrait photography innovation, and the Reno Series, in particular, showcases just how far smartphone…
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News
Visa appoints new General Manager for East Africa
Digital payments leader Visa has appointed Chad Pollock as Cluster Country Manager and Vice President for East Africa. Chad is…
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News
South African climate-tech Hohm Energy secures $8m to scale adoption of rooftop solar
Amidst a growing energy crisis, South Africa finds itself in the grip of escalating power shortages, resorting to daily electricity…
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News
Sophos announces new dedicated 24/7 partner care offering
Sophos is expanding its commitment to the channel with the addition of Partner Care, a new offering in its global…
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News
Moringa School partners MPesa Africa to train on Mini Applications and API Development
Moringa School, Safaricom and M-PESA Africa have partnered to provide digital API (Application Programming Interface) training and certification across Africa.…
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News
Epson on CDP A List for Tackling Climate Change
Epson Corporation has been placed on the A list for its achievements in tackling climate change and water security by Carbon Disclosure Project [CDP], the…
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COLUMNS
[Mark Doumba] Kenya’s Innovation Boom: Thriving on Foreign Capital, But Can It Chart its Own Course?
As Foundry Fellows at the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT, we have the unique privilege to travel and dissect innovation and…
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[Kgothatso Meka] Building Africa, Our Way – A Foundry Fellow’s Reflections from Kenya
South African entrepreneur in affordable housing Kgothatso Meka, reflects on his Foundry Fellowship journey, highlighting Kenya’s innovation ecosystem and the…
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News
Bolt seeks new collaborations with driver federation
Bolt has today held an exclusive driver engagement forum with the National Digital Transport Federation, in efforts to foster cordial…
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Startups
Roam raises $24M funding to scale electric vehicle production in Kenya
Kenyan Electric Vehicle (EV) maker Roam has secured $24M in a Series A round to scale its operations in the…
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News
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G Specs, Price and Availability in Kenya
Xiaomi recently introduced the Redmi Note 13 Series in Kenya. The series comprises the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G, Redmi…
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News
Airtel Africa to build its second data centre in Kenya
Airtel Africa has announced plans to build a data centre in Nairobi, its second in the continent after Nigeria. The…
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News
African Businesses Can Now Harness Google AI to Simplify Search Advertising
Following its initial announcement in January, businesses across Africa can now use Google’s Gemini AI-powered chat-like tool for Search Ads.…
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Opera MiniPay crosses 1 million users in Africa
Opera has announced that its MiniPay wallet has surpassed 1 million users across Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana. Launched in September…
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Top three ALX tech training programmes you can apply for
It’s just a few weeks before ALX, a leading global provider of training in the tech industry closes applications for…
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Startups
Empowering Africa’s Economic Future: Fintech’s Role in Driving Financial Inclusion in Africa
In recent years, Africa has emerged as a hotbed for innovation and entrepreneurship, with its rapidly growing population and increasing…
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News
Mastercard and Glovo launch school feeding program in Kenya and Nigeria
Mastercard has partnered with Glovo to address hunger and foster education in underserved communities. Together, they are set to provide over 300,000 meals for school…
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News
Kenya’s Technological and Entrepreneurial Landscape Altruist
Africa’s tech scene is experiencing a vibrant boom, and Kenya stands at the forefront, earning the moniker “Silicon Savanna.” Today,…
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Odibets Awards 10 Omoka na AFCON Winners
In an event held at the company’s head office, Odibets, one of Kenya’s leading sports betting firms, celebrated the winners…
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INSURANCE
Britam targets insurtech and fintech startups with new incubation programme
Britam has launched Beta Lab, a new insurance innovation and acceleration programme to nurture budding insurtech and fintech startups. The…
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BUSINESS
Absa Bank opens first flagship La Riba branch in Nairobi
Absa Bank Kenya has opened its doors to customers at its newest branch located at the BBS Mall, one of…
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News
OX Delivers secures funding to roll-out affordable clean transport for Africa
OX Delivers, a UK-based emobility startup, has received a £1.2 million funding grant from Energy Catalyst as the company readies its next-generation affordable…
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News
Showmax appoints Emma Gichonge as General Manager in East Africa
African streaming platform Showmax has appointed Emma Gichonge as its first-ever General Manager of Operations for East Africa. Gichonge is…
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News
VC firm Flourish Ventures launches African Founder Well-Being Survey
Flourish Ventures, an early-stage global fintech venture capital firm has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind research effort named The African…
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