- Visa has opened applications for its 2024 edition of the Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI), a global open innovation program and competition targeting fintech startups from across the globe. The competition will see the fintech startups pitch their solutions that seek to solve tomorrow’s payment and…
- Ghana-based health tech leader Rivia has announced the acquisition of Waffle, another Ghanaian SaaS company specializing in software for small and medium-sized businesses. The acquisition is expected to accelerate the digitization of Rivia’s network of primary care clinics and streamline the…
- Bolt was recently awarded the “Best Ride-Hailing Platform, East Africa 2024” by Global Brands Magazine. This award recognition was received as an appreciation for Bolt’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in providing seamless transportation solutions across the region…
- Network International has partnered with leading fintech provider Souhoola to boost Buy-Now-Pay-Later’ (BNPL) payments in Egypt. The partnership, announced on Thursday will enable merchants to offer BNPL payments at Network International’s networkpay point of sale terminals in the country. This…
- Cybersecurity leader Sophos on Thursday announced a strategic partnership with Tenable, the Exposure Management company, to provide Sophos Managed Risk, a worldwide vulnerability and attack surface management service. The new service features a dedicated Sophos team that leverages Tenable’s…
- Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi A3 budget smartphone in Kenya. Launched on Thursday, the phone features a 6.71″ 90Hz display, and glass design and will be available for Ksh. 11,599. Xiaomi is describing the phone as the best gift you can give someone this April Holiday season. Redmi A3 is…
- Popular messaging app WhatsApp is currently down worldwide. The Meta-owned platform suffered an outage on Wednesday evening as noted on DownDetector affecting the 2 billion users who currently use the messaging service. This latest outage is preventing the app from sending or receiving any messages…
- LemFi, the cross-border payment solution that enables the diaspora community to send and receive money back home has received approval from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to operate remittances in Kenya. The fintech, which entered the Kenyan market in June last year said in a statement that the…
- In the fast-growing world of online gambling, there are many methods of playing for real money. You can use vouchers, e-wallets, or even replenish balance/cash-out winnings using crypto. However, the most popular and reliable method is bank cards, which are accepted in almost all modern casinos.…
- ICT and Communication Ministers from six African countries have confirmed attendance for the Connected Africa Summit 2024. The six, representing Sierra Leone, Zambia, Namibia, Somalia, Burundi, and Djibouti will join other tech leaders from across the region for the summit happening from the 21st…
- Africa boasts immense resources needed to promote structural economics. This continent, which remains underdeveloped, is viewed as a land of economic, entertainment, and financial opportunities. The era of the internet unlocks opportunities for local and foreign companies to build and grow online…
- Safaricom and M-Pesa have entered into a strategic collaboration with Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc to broaden access to remittances across Africa. In a statement, the partners said the alliance is dedicated to propelling financial inclusion and nurturing economic prosperity for millions…
- Bolt has been awarded the “Best Ride-Hailing Platform, East Africa 2024” by Global Brands Magazine. This award recognition was received as an appreciation for Bolt’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in providing seamless transportation solutions across the region.…
- In the realm of sports betting, there exists a distinction between legal bookmakers, operating within the bounds of regulatory frameworks, and non-legal ones, often operating outside of legal parameters. All trustworthy Nigerian bookmakers are licensed and regulated by government authorities in…
- Kenyan-based digital marketing agency Suss Digital Africa founder Dennis Maina, has been named among the Fourty under 40, 2024. Dennis was named under the Media (Digital and Social) category at an event hosted at Radisson Blu, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya. The event saw about 119 nominees from 26…
- The World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2023 highlights that data loss is the second most frequent and costly loss experience for businesses across the globe. According to the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report 2023, the global average data breach cost was USD 4.45 million, a 15% increase over…
- BURN Manufacturing (BURN), a leading Kenyan clean cookstove manufacturer, distributor, and carbon project developer raised over $12 million to expand its clean cooking products across Africa. The follow-on carbon project investment was led by Key Carbon Ltd. (“Key” or “KC”, formerly CNR “Carbon…
- To honor the critical nature of data preservation, World Backup Day acts as an essential nudge for individuals and organizations to protect their digital data. In the age of information technology, the risk of losing data due to hardware malfunctions, software complications, or cyber threats is…
- In the spirit of sharing during the Easter period, Kenya’s leading betting firm treated Kayole residents with goodies on Friday, March 29. Joining the road safety campaign, Odibets in partnership with Petanns, enrolled fifty young Kenyans into motorcycle training and licensing. At the same time,…
- LG Electronics has today announced exciting offers across its range of electronics ahead of the Easter Holidays. During the campaign, customers purchasing LG products at LG brandshops, as well as Opalnet and Hotpoint stores, will receive discounts of between 6% and 27%. The campaign covers diverse…
- The Kenya Government has launched a digital media campaign dubbed, “Let’s Go to Kenya”, to promote the country as a premier destination for tourism, technology, innovation, and investment. The campaign, launched today will be spearheaded by the Ministry of Information Communication and Digital…
- Women in Kenya, like in many parts of the world, have historically faced barriers to accessing education and technology, but their resilience, determination, and vision are propelling them to the forefront of a revolution in digital learning technologies, which will forever transform the country’s…
- The excitement within the sports and motorsport community is palpable as Bangbet reaffirms its commitment to the thrilling world of rally racing, endorsing Josiah Kariuki for the second successive year at the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2024. This event, set against the stunning backdrop of Naivasha…
- Showmax announced last year that they will be rebranding in 2024, well, they just did. The video-on-demand service revealed its new look in January completely with a new logo and plans. The rebrand came ten months after MultiChoice, Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky announced a joint streaming vision…
- Kenya Airways’ ongoing recovery and turnaround initiatives have resulted in the airline recording an operating profit of Ksh 10.5 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023. This is a 287% growth compared to an operating loss of Ksh 5.6 billion the national carrier recorded the prior year. The…
- Dimension Data is rebranding. The company announced on Wednesday that it will be changing its name to NTT Data effective this April, following regulatory approval by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). The company said in a statement that the transition is expected to usher in a new era for…
- The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has opened applications for the first cycle of its Grant Program. This initial phase of the global program will include the distribution of up to $10 million in funding to develop selected projects that support the growth of an open,…
- Check Point has announced a collaboration with Microsoft Supercharge Infinity AI Copilot with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service Infinity AI Copilot is a generative AI service that uses automation to accelerate security administration up to 90% and increase security effectiveness through faster…
- Introduction 1Win is a top bookmarker and online casino platform that is known for its amazing services.The platform ensures that players get value for their money by providing features that you can rarely find on other platforms. From its loyalty program, cashback of up to 30%, to its welcome…
- One of the biggest challenges facing most industries today is the rising cost and uncertain security of energy. Indeed, such is the concern, that it’s shifted the focus of the need for a renewable generation strategy from sustainability and the environment to protecting supplies. This is more so…
- MEST Africa, the Pan-African tech entrepreneurship training program, seed fund, and incubator, has announced Koa Academy as the grand prize winner of the 2023 MEST Africa Challenge (MAC). Koa Academy, a South African ed-tech startup emerged the winner after a competitive pitch battle among Africa’…
- 1Stop Translations and Suss Ads have partnered to offer iGaming companies entering the African markets a seamless entry into the continent. This partnership will integrate the expertise of 1Stop Translations in the field of translations and international digital marketing with that of Suss Ads, a…
- Samsung Galaxy Fit3: Samsung has officially announced the release of the Galaxy Fit3, its newest fitness tracker that the company says democratizes its advanced health monitoring technology. The Galaxy Fit3 is Samsung’s latest wearable device and boasts an aluminum body with a wider display,…
- Running an efficient Contact Center is critical to delivering exceptional customer service and staying competitive in today’s fast-paced business environment. From training programs to technology, a multitude of practices must be fine-tuned to ensure a high-performing contact center. Positions on…
- Kenya’s leading sports betting firm Odibets on Friday, March 22, unveiled a sponsorship of upwards of Sh5 million for the Kenya Women 3X3 Basketball Team. Speaking during the event, Dedan Mungai, Odibets General Manager, disclosed that the sponsorship would cover travel, the team’s merchandise and…
- Carrefour has announced the launch of its self-checkout service at the Hub store, in Karen. The retail stores owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim first launched the service in Kenya in March last year to attract customers eager to shop and complete purchases by themselves. The service is also…
- By now we all know that HMD Global, the makers of Nokia phones, will soon be launching HMD-original devices. CEO Jean-Francois Baril in a LinkedIn post a few months ago said that the company will be expanding its portfolio with a new HMD brand in collaboration with “exciting new partners” guided by…
- Vertiv has kicked off a 2024 incentive that will see new distributors who join the Vertiv Partner Programme over February and March 2024 receive additional benefits. According to a statement from the company, this applies to newly approved partners within South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria and…
- Samsung has emerged as a significant player in the hearts of Kenyan women, securing an impressive fourth position among the top 100 most-loved brands in the country. This is according to a survey conducted by Ipsos in collaboration with BSD Group. The ranking sheds light on Samsung’s growing…
- Gebeya has partnered with O’Reilly to upskill thousands of Africans with technology skills. The partnership, which was announced this week will see Gebeya make O’Reilly’s extensive learning resources available to more yound people across the continent. For over 40 years, O’Reilly has delivered…
- OPPO has announced the establishment of OPPO AI Center to further strengthen its AI capabilities and explore a broader range of user-centric AI products and features. Through dedicated research and development into AI and its applications, OPPO says it plans to use the new center to create products…
- Float, the South African fintech which offers shoppers a smarter way to use their credit cards has secured $11 million in funding from Standard Bank. The company said in a statement that the new funding will facilitate the rollout of its card-linked instalment platform, supporting its accelerated…
- Glovo has teamed with digital payments leader, Visa, to empower small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) through a series of online training courses. The programme sits under Glovo’s umbrella programme, Glovo Local – an initiative to help bolster SMEs so that they can thrive in an increasingly digital…
- The ICT Authority has extended the call for submissions to the Connected Africa Summit 2024 Innovation Awards from 22nd March 2024 to 28th March 2024. The extension will allow more innovators across Africa to submit their technology-led solutions ahead of the Inaugural Connected Africa Summit 2024…
- The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) has kicked off the second upskilling cohort, which will support university lecturers and empower them to keep in step with advancements in the tech industry. This edition introduces elements within its content and instruction that will further place…
- Zone, the Nigerian payment infrastructure company has raised $8.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round led by VC firms Flourish Ventures and TLcom Capital. The fintech plans to use the new to further to further expand the coverage of its network domestically and connect more banks and…
- Cybersecurity firm Sophos has been named leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Modern Endpoint Security for Small Businesses 2024 Vendor Assessment. The assessment evaluates the product offerings and business strategies of 18 modern endpoint security [MES] vendors. This news closely follows…
- Safaricom has today announced an International Money Transfer Agreement with Onafriq, Africa’s digital payments network to help streamline remittance flows to Ethiopia. Through the agreement, individuals within Ethiopia will be able to receive remittances from different parts of the world through…
- Ride hailing platform Bolt has today launched an Accelerator Program for its drivers and riders in Kenya. The program will see the company invest €20,000 (about Kshs 2.92million) seed fund to support business plans developed by Bolt drivers and couriers or their family members that link to…
- Village Capital, with support from Moody’s Foundation, have launched Greentech 2024: The Future of Sustainability, an investment-readiness accelerator. The program is designed to advance innovative and sustainable solutions, actively contributing towards building resilience and mitigating the…