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[UPDATE] MPESA super app currently down
Safaricom’s MPESA app is currently down. Several users have reported being unable to use the app in the last few…
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Gadgets
Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5 are now official – Here is how much they will cost you
Samsung just announced the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5, its next-generation devices with folding screens. The devices were unveiled…
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CYBER SECURITY
Yes, eCitizen was compromised, CS Owalo confirms
If you have been trying to access eCitizen you might have noticed the website is down for the fourth day…
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Education Sector Reports Highest Rate of Ransomware Attacks, Report
The education sector reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022 according to a new report released by cybersecurity…
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BasiGo bringing its Electric Buses to Rwanda
BasiGo, the Kenyan-based electric bus manufacturer is expanding to Rwanda. The company, which recently partnered with the Associated Vehicle Assemblers…
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COLUMNS
Veerakumar Natarajan: Leveraging the right technology for seamless collaboration
In recent years, collaboration has emerged as a top priority for organizations—and for good reason. Research indicates that companies with…
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Kenyan fintech Boya launches Virtual Visa cards for SMEs
Boya, the Kenyan fintech firm on Tuesday launched its virtual Visa expense card targeting local businesses. The card was launched…
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This is how much you will pay for your new Spotify premium subscription
Spotify just announced that it’s increasing premium subscription prices for its users around the world. The new price adjustment will…
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LG Targets Kenyan households With New Dryers and Dishwashers
LG Electronics has unveiled a new set of dryers and dishwashers in Kenya as it seeks to revolutionize how Kenyan households…
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GOtv to air Premier League and La Liga Matches
GOtv will from next month air all Premier League and La Liga matches through its newly introduced GOtv Supa+ package. …
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Africa-focused pre-seed investment program Madica announces new leadership appointments
Madica, an Africa-focused investment program dedicated to pre-seed stage startups in Africa, has announced two new leadership appointments. The Flourish…
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WhatsApp Rolling Out Channels To Users in Kenya
Last month, Meta announced that it is rolling out a new feature on WhatsApp called Channels. Channels, Meta said is…
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Infinix Note 30 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro: Which one should you buy?
The Infinix Note 30 Pro is among the devices in the Note 30 series that Infinix officially brought to the…
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OpenAI’s Sam Altman Worldcoin crypto project goes live
Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency token project that was co-founded by Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI and Alex Blania has officially been…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Food and KFC expand food delivery services to Meru and Nanyuki
Jumia Food has announced the expansion of its operations to Meru and Nanyuki. This is part of Jumia Food’s strategy…
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: How to watch and what to expect
Samsung is expected to host its second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year on Wednesday. There is so much to…
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News
Elon Musk is rebranding Twitter to X and getting into payments
Elon Musk on Saturday night dropped a bombshell that we probably never saw coming. The billionaire entrepreneur in a series…
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Startups
Zuri Health raises an undisclosed amount for funding from Five35 Ventures
Six months after raising an undisclosed amount of funding from Moroccan VC UM6P Ventures, Kenyan health-tech startup Zuri Health has…
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Uber rolling out an audio recording feature for drivers and riders in Kenya for safety
Uber is finally rolling out an in-app audio recording feature to users in Kenya. Uber first rolled out the feature…
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Marius Wessels: Unlocking the Potential of Mobile ERP for Business Growth
The realm of mobile strategies is rapidly expanding in the small-to-medium business ERP space. While laptops and tablets brought the…
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COLUMNS
Embracing VR and AR: Revolutionizing Stakeholder Engagement With PR
In a bustling city, a reputable firm found itself facing a daunting challenge: engaging stakeholders for a groundbreaking sustainable energy…
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BUSINESS
Netflix’s crackdown on password sharing fuels subscriber growth
Netflix added 5.9 million new subscribers in the second quarter, its biggest surge in paying users, a clear indication that…
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Startups
Visa opens applications for its Africa Fintech Accelerator Program
Payments tech company Visa has opened applications for startups to participate in the first cohort of the Visa Africa Fintech…
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Safaricom’s M-Pesa targets remittances to Southeast Asia with new TerraPay partnership
Safaricom has partnered with TerraPay, to enable more than 32 million M-PESA customers to send and receive money to more…
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Exness expands its Fintech Scholarships program to Kenya
Multi-asset broker Exness is extending its popular Fintech Scholarships program to Kenya in partnership with the United States International University…
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Starlink picks Karibu Connect as its authorized reseller in Kenya
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk has gone live in Kenya. The company had hinted about this…
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SemaBOX wants to help African podcasters monetize their podcasts with a new distribution platform
Over the last couple of years, podcasting in Africa has been on the rise. Despite this growth, the industry continues…
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Maandamano: DCI urges Kenyans to stop inciting violence on social media
Starting tomorrow, Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has called for three days of anti-government protests. This latest round of protests…
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Bboxx and MTN partner to boost smartphone access in Rwanda
A significant barrier to the delivery of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Rwanda is low smartphone penetration. Despite…
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Key Highlights from HMD Global’s Sustainability Progress Report 2022
HMD Global, the maker of Nokia phones just released its Sustainability Progress Report covering the fiscal year 2022. The report…
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Gadgets
Infinix NOTE 30 VIP Features 50W Wireless Fast Charging
The Infinix NOTE 30 VIP is among the devices in the Note 30 series that Infinix officially brought to the…
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Applications for cohort 4 of the ASIP accelerator program open
Startupbootcamp AfriTech has opened applications for Cohort 4 of its ASIP accelerator program. Targeting early-stage startups in Africa, the ASIP Program…
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CYBER SECURITY
Intensified scamming activities already surrounding Meta’s Threads app
Just one week after its launch on July 5, Threads, the new microblogging app from Meta, has already amassed an…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Launches Managed Detection and Response for Microsoft Defender
Sophos has launched Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for Microsoft Defender, a fully-managed offering that provides the industry’s most…
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Flutterwave addresses Payment Challenges for African Students in Overseas Schools with new payments product
African payments to overseas schools have been hindered by a myriad of challenges. From the high cost of transactions, limited…
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KRA collected Sh.5.3 Billion from the digital economy for 2022/23 financial year
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Shs 5.328 Billion from the digital economy in the financial year 2022/2023. This is a …
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Laser Light and WIOCC seek to bring increased Network Capacity to Africa with new $129M partnership
Laser Light Companies and Kenya-headquartered WIOCC have signed a five-year $129 million agreement for terrestrial and subsea cables expansion across Africa. …
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LG expands its commercial laundromats business to the Coast region
After successfully launching a number of laundromats in Nairobi, LG Electronics is now expanding the services to the Coast region. …
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Google Bard adds Swahili as its first African language
Google today announced the expansion of Bard, its conversational AI service, to 40 new languages including Swahili – the first…
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Sama Identifies Kenya as an Ideal Machine Learning Investment Destination
Kenya is set to experience a significant economic boost as Sama, the leader in providing data annotation solutions that power the…
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IBM is helping schools globally fight cybersecurity with $5 million in grants
Cyberattacks are an increasing threat to businesses, governments, and organizations of all kinds across the world. Educational institutions have now…
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Amua, Pioneer edutainment game platform to target Grade 1 to 6 pupils across Africa
Gaming and digital tech company, Viral Gorrrila has unveiled a series of edutainment web-based mobile games to help primary-going children learn…
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Boomplay and TikTok Partner to Amplify African Music
African music streaming and download platform, Boomplay has announced a partnership with TikTok to promote African music. Under this new…
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Police arrest two suspects for vandalising Safaricom fibre cables
Two suspects have been arrested for vandalizing overhead Safaricom fibre cables running along Kenya Power lines. The suspects were arrested…
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World Bank awards 10 Southern African fintech startups $5,000 each
10 Southern African fintech startups have each received $5,000 (R94,020) from the World Bank to help bridge the gap in…
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New Equatorial Guinea E-Visa service launched for all nationalities
Equatorial Guinea has onboarded VFS Global as the technical partner to offer a new E-Visa service that will enable a…
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Working Remotely: 5 Steps to Protect Yourself from Cyberattacks
Before the pandemic, cybersecurity started to be considered as a fundamental area in a company. But it’s really after the…
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Liquid Dataport to expand its new fibre routes connecting Angola and Zambia
Liquid Dataport, a business of Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced plans to expand its fibre backbone to connect Luanda, Angola…
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BUSINESS
Pesapal and Sokohela Launch Credit Product for SMEs in Kenya
Digital payments company Pesapal has partnered with Sokohela, a digital credit provider to launch a new credit product for small…
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Fintech startup Okoora and MAX partner to deliver comprehensive currency solutions
Swiss-Israeli fintech startup Okoora has partnered with MAX, a leading Israeli credit card company to revolutionize the field of foreign…
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5 Reasons Why Smart Video Surveillance HDDs are Needed for CCTV
New cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions continue to drive the growth of the smart video CCTV industry. According to a…
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Huawei eyes next generation internet growth with new broadband platform
Huawei Technologies has set its sights on the unfolding future of online connectivity that is characterized by smart homes, smart…
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Risana Zitha: B2B payments set to be the next focus for VC’s in Africa
Africa’s $1.5 trillion B2B payments market is ripe for innovation and represents a golden opportunity for investors and entrepreneurs looking to…
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Featured
Kaveve Kazoze Hitmaker ‘Ngesh’ Signs Lucrative Deal with Odibets
Barely two months after taking the Kenyan music industry by storm ‘Kaveve Kazoze’, hitmaker Ngesh wa Vasha has signed a…
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Podcast Incubation Studio SemaBOX to launch podcast distribution platform
Podcast incubation studio SemaBOX is launching a podcast distribution platform to help podcasters on its network to reach more audiences.…
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Samsung’s next foldable phones will arrive on July 26
Samsung has confirmed that it will be hosting its 2023 Unpacked event on July 26th, where we expect the company…
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More than 3 million customers are now using the M-PESA Super App
Safaricom’s M-PESA super app has surpassed three million users up from 1.2 million in April 2023. Safaricom revealed this on…
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CLOUD
Mukesh Bector: The Future Lies in Cloud Printing Solutions
Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate, and its impact has extended to the print industry as well. Cloud…
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International Baccalaureate to conduct a review of its programmes for students in Kenya
The International Baccalaureate (IB), a global leader in international education, is set to revolutionize the learning landscape in Kenya by conducting…
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BUSINESS
Bolt surpasses 150 million customers and appoints new CFO
Bolt has announced it has surpassed 150 million customers in over 45 countries and 500 cities. Bolt’s 150 million customers…
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Airtel becomes second operator to launch 5G in Kenya
Airtel Kenya has officially become the second operator to launch 5G network after Safaricom. Launched on Tuesday, the telco noted…
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Influencer Marketing Platform Aifluence wins of the Visa Everywhere Initiative Kenya Finals
AIfluence, the Kenyan AI-driven Influencer Marketing Platform has been named the winner of the Kenya edition of the 2023 Visa…
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Mobility financing startup Moove raises $8 million financing from Absa Bank
Moove, the mobility fintech startups has secured USD $8mn in financing from Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), bringing its total funding…
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Samsung’s 2023 TV and monitor lineup now features SeeColors mode for color blind users
Samsung has added SeeColors mode on its 2023 TV and monitors lineup to help viewers with colour vision deficiency (CVD)…
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Seedstars new program seeks to boost financial inclusion for women migrants
Seedstars, the global startup community and investment platform a new program to support fintech companies focused on promoting financial inclusion…
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John Waibochi: Digitizing supply chains across Africa presents immense opportunities.
Manufacturers, producers, and businesses have received a clear message over the past few years: digitizing supply chain management is essential…
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Blockchain
GoldPesa opens blockchain academy in Nairobi targeting crypto enthusiasts
Blockchain technology company, GoldPesa has opened doors for crypto enthusiasts to its newly opened blockchain academy in Nairobi, Kenya. According…
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Startups
CNN’s Connecting Africa explores Nairobi’s role as a technology hub
In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN International’s Eleni Giokos visits Nairobi to see the role technology can play in boosting…
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BUSINESS
Tips for Improving Your Finance Company’s Online Presence
A strong online presence is crucial in today’s digital age, especially for finance companies looking to expand their reach and…
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News
Here are the five startups pitching at the 2023 Visa Everywhere Initiative Kenya edition
Payments firm Visa has unveiled the five finalists shortlisted for the final round of the 2023 Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI).…
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BUSINESS
Somalia’s SomBank to roll out Mastercard debit cards
Mastercard today announced a partnership with Somalia’s SomBank to launch debit cards as the company seeks to promote the adoption…
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Digital retail distributor Kyosk Digital acquires KwikBasket, expands into fresh produce market
Many farmers in Africa face numerous challenges due to fragmented and inefficient distribution chains for agricultural produce. Farmers often struggle…
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CLOUD
Nokia migrates its cloud infrastructure and container operations to Red Hat
Nokia has announced a new partnership with Red Hat that will see the Finnish tech giant move its cloud infrastructure and container…
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New Appointments
SAP appoints Kholiwe Makhohliso new MD for Southern Africa
SAP has today announced the appointment of seasoned technology executive, Kholiwe Makhohliso, as its new Managing Director for Southern Africa. Makhohliso…
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MYDAWA raises $20m funding from Alta Semper Capital, acquires Uganda’s pharmacy chain Guardian Health
MYDAWA, the Kenyan health-tech startup famous for its e-pharmacy platform has received a US $20 million capital injection from private…
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Hillary Namunyu: How nongreen companies can apply ClimaTech solutions
This year has seen green-focused startups in Africa get more VC funding compared to other years as the world works towards reducing…
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BUSINESS
Multichoice increases DStv, GOtv charges, again
MultiChoice has announced a price increase for all DStv and Gotv packages. In a statement shared on Sunday, the company…
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Gadgets
Samuel Odhiambo: Understanding the Samsung Bespoke Refrigerator
We are living in the custom design era where the luxury consumer is looking at electronics as a way of…
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News
Mastercard and PayU launch roll out Click to Pay payments in South Africa
Mastercard, in partnership with PayU, have announced the launch of Click to Pay in South Africa. Click to Pay is…
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Blockchain
Kushite East Africa ICP launches web3 hub to drive blockchain awareness
One of the main challenges of blockchain technology is a lack of awareness and understanding among the general population. To…
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CYBER SECURITY
More Than Two-Thirds of Manufacturing Companies Hit by Ransomware Had Their Data Encrypted, Sophos Survey
In more than two-thirds [68%] of ransomware attacks against this manufacturing sector,, the adversaries successfully encrypted data. This is according to…
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Kenya experienced an 82% increase in cyber attacks in 2022, Liquid report
According to a cybersecurity report released by Liquid C2, a business unit of Liquid Intelligent Technologies, Kenyan businesses reported an…
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News
WhatsApp Business crosses 200 million monthly users mark, introduces new ad features
Meta has revealed that WhatsApp Business, its messaging app designed specifically for small businesses now has more than 200 million…
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News
M-PESA App Users Can Now View Schedules, Book Tickets Across All Anga Cinemas
Safaricom has partnered with Vesen and Anga to draw more movie goers through a dedicated M-PESA Mini App. Located in the…
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News
Power Learn Project Alumni Startup, Payd, Wins Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge Grant
Payd has been named among the winners of the prestigious Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Challenge, a competition sponsored by Mozilla…
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Safaricom picks new CEO for its Ethiopia business unit
Wim Vanhelleputte has been named the new CEO for Safaricom Ethiopia effective September 1. His appointment comes just a week…
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Featured
Odibets Unveils Mobile App, Revolutionizing Sports Betting in Kenya
Odibets, a leading sports betting company in Kenya, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated android mobile…
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News
The Fluentalk T1 Translator device might be your perfect foreign travel companion
Fluentalk T1 Translator device: One of the biggest challenge I always have when in a foreign country has always been…
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News
Online ride-hailing service inDrive now licensed to operate in Kenya
inDrive, the e-taxi app has officially been granted a license to operate in Kenya. The company now joins other companies…
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Reviews
Nokia G11 Plus: Built on the premise of durability
If you’re on a tight budget and looking for a smartphone, one of the phones that you should probably consider…
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News
Satelite technology firm Avanti sets up its third African office in Nairobi
Satellite technology company Avanti Communications (“Avanti”) has opened its newly renovated office in Nairobi, Kenya. The 276SqM East African hub…
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News
Four SADC countries agree to scrap mobile roaming charges
If you’re an avid traveller, you’re probably always wondering why roaming internationally is always expensive. Even when you travel within…
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News
Anzisha Prize launches digital resource library for African entrepreneurs
The Anzisha Prize on Monday officially announced a new online digital resource library aimed at powering entrepreneurship education across Africa. …
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News
The government is considering bailing out Telkom Kenya
Telkom Kenya has been hitting the headlines over the last couple of months following its full acquisition by the government…
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News
CA launches cybersecurity hackathon and Bootcamp
Over 6,000 students have signed up for an online bootcamp and hackathon organized by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA),…
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Gadgets
Leaked renders and specs of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
By now, we are all sure that the next foldable phones from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z…
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News
KCB Bank bets on Tap To Pay to deepen uptake of cashless payments in Kenya
Tap To Pay is a concept that Kenyans have not really been accustomed to. As much as customers are gradually…
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News
Kenya leads the world in global TikTok usage, report
Kenya has been ranked among the leading countries in terms of TikTok usage according to the Reuters Institute Digital News…
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News
SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD Review
SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD Review: In my line of work as a tech journalist and tech review editor at…
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News
Kenyan mobility startup Stima secures 100k euro investment from develoPPP Ventures
Stima Mobility, the Kenyan startup providing green tech solutions for the moto-taxi sector (boda boda riders) has secured 100,000 euro in…
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News
M-Pesa services to be unavailable on Monday morning
Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has issued a notice to its customers of planned system maintenance that will affect its mobile…
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