- Small businesses in Livingstone, the country’s top tourism destination, can now benefit from the ITC ecomConnect Learning Programme’s suite of digital tools and training. The programme, a collaboration between the International Trade Centre (ITC) and...
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- Dimension Data is set to rebrand to NTT Data effective this April, following regulatory approval by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). The transition is expected to usher in a new era for the company,...
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- Check Point has announced a collaboration with Microsoft that utilises the Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to enhance Check Point Infinity AI Copilot, marking a significant advancement in cyber security AI applications. Infinity AI Copilot is...
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- DStv is about to adjust its monthly subscription fees yet again. This is expected to affect all packages and will take effect in April. This annual price hike by DStv will push the most expensive...
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- The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) announced today that the application window for the first cycle of the ICANN Grant Program is officially open. This initial phase of the global program will include the...
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- A new collaboration aimed at broadening access to remittances across Africa has been forged among Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc, Safaricom Plc and M-PESA Africa (the parties) as the parties come together in a strategic...
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- Absa has partnered with Visa to introduce a new Corporate Card solution for members affiliated with the Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA). This will allow them to enjoy the benefits of automation, flexibility and...
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- Crypto is an awful vehicle for laundering money for a few reasons. One, KYC is stringent in the industry and it’s simply much easier to open a bank account with fake identification documents at a...
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- This month, we celebrate the work of the remarkable women who have played an instrumental role in the adoption of digital learning technologies in Kenya Women in Kenya, like in many parts of the world,...
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- BasiGo today announced it has secured a $3 Million equity investment from CFAO Kenya and Mobility 54. CFAO is Africa’s largest automotive distributor network operating in 40 countries across the continent. It is a subsidiary...
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- Summary MEST Africa has announced Koa Academy as the grand prize winner of the 2023 MEST Africa Challenge (MAC), securing a $50,000 equity investment after a competitive pitch battle among Africa’s tech innovators. Koa Academy...
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- ACCOSCA and Visa have partnered to redefine the continent’s economic landscape, champion deepened financial inclusion, and improve the access and usage of formal financial services among underserved communities and small businesses through their joint Financial...
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- ACCOSCA and Visa have partnered to redefine the continent’s economic landscape, champion deepened financial inclusion, and improve the access and usage of formal financial services among underserved communities and small businesses through their joint Financial...
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- The Digital Lab, a Libyan initiative fostering innovation and digital transformation, has officially launched its highly anticipated innovations map platform. This user-friendly online tool will serve as a comprehensive resource, connecting innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and investors...…
- Bybit has shared the key insights shared by its Co-founder and CEO, Ben Zhou, during his participation in a keynote session at DACOM Singapore 2024. Zhou’s contributions delved into Bybit’s strategic focus on user experience,...
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- The Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ was recently announced the winner at the prestigious Platinum MUSE Design Award 2024 in the “Product Design – Digital & Electronic Devices” category. This follows its recent French Design Award success. ...
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- Heirs Holdings has announced the launch of its new subsidiary, Heirs Technologies Limited, with an ambition to empower Africa’s digital transformation through innovative and locally tailored solutions. Heirs Technologies aims to provide value added services that...
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- Egypt’s healthtech startup, InCurA, has raised an undisclosed amount in a pre-seed round led by regional investors including Tiye Angels, Kaust Innovation Ventures (KIV), UI Investments, Pharos Holding, and AUC Angels. The startup was founded...
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- The United States Government is pressuring Kenya to lift the suspension of WorldCoin in the country. This is according to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki who revealed this to the National Assembly’s committee on Public...
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- Vertiv is now a Solution Advisor: Consultant partner in the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN), providing wider access to Vertiv’s experience and full portfolio of power and cooling solutions. NPN is a global program for technology partners who...
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- Back in December, the National Communication Authority of Ghana warned Ghanaians to avoid using any Starlink equipment or its services. It also directed those who were involved in the sales and service operations to cease...
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- Nigeria’s vehicle financing platform, Moove, has secured $100 million in a Series B funding round. This funding round was led by Uber with the participation of Mubadala, The Latest Ventures, AfricInvest, Palm Drive Capital, Triatlum...
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- TikTok has partnered with the African Union Commission’s Women, Gender, and Youth Directorate (WGYD), aimed at bolstering online safety awareness among the youth as well as parents, teachers and guardians in Africa. This innovative collaboration...
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- Check Point has announced it is collaborating with NVIDIA to enhance the security of AI cloud infrastructure. Integrating with NVIDIA DPUs, the new Check Point AI Cloud Protect solution will help prevent threats at both...
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- The pulse of African music resonates worldwide. Fueled by the success of top sensations like Burnaboy, Davido, Tyla and Wizkid, a new generation of creatives is bursting onto the scene. But navigating the music industry’s...
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- Digital casinos are becoming more and more popular in Kenya. But beware! Among the jewels, there are some sneaky serpents lurking in the grass. Don’t sweat it, though! We’ve sifted through the chaos. Now, let’s...
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- Apex Legends is a fast-paced battle royale game that has captivated players with its unique blend of character-based abilities and intense gunplay. If you’re new to the game, getting started can be overwhelming. Here are...
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- Yesterday, Bold announced the launch of its Accelerator program to empower Kenyan drivers and couriers or their immediate family members on an entrepreneurial journey. Bolt says it is more than just a means of transportation...
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- A new report from Salesforce and the Retail AI Council finds global retailers are quickly adopting generative AI to personalise and improve in-store and online shopping experiences.. However, nearly half of the 1,300 retailers surveyed...
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- OPPO has announced the establishment of OPPO AI Center. Through dedicated research and development into AI and its applications, the new Center aims to further strengthen OPPO’s AI capabilities and explore a broader range of...
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- tappi, the end-to-end digital commerce SaaS solution tailored for Africa’s micro, small and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs), has announced its expansion into Côte d’Ivoire. Building on its rapidly growing operations in Kenya and Nigeria, tappi’s latest country...
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- Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, has announced it is a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Modern Endpoint Security for Small Businesses 2024 Vendor Assessment,* which evaluates the...
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- Vertiv has kicked off a 2024 incentive that will see new distributors who join the Vertiv Partner Programme over February and March 2024 receiving additional benefits. This applies to new approved partners within South Africa,...
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- In 2023, there was a marked drop in crypto crime, with less value being received by illicit crypto addresses and a shrinking share of illicit transactions. This was driven by increased industry-wide security and compliance...
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- NCBA Group has signed a $ 50million facility with Proparco, a subsidiary of the AFD Group focused on private sector development. The funding will go towards delivering NCBA`s “Change The Story” sustainability agenda. NCBA has...
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- Summary mTek, the digital online insurance platform, has secured $1.25 million (over Ksh 168 million) in funding to power its expansion in Kenya and across East Africa. This undisclosed funding round was led by Verod-Kepple...
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- The increase in mobile money adoption and greater usage in terms of average transaction values has led to the growth of interoperability solutions being designed. Initially, it was market-led and driven by the need identified...
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- 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...
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- Summary Glovo has teamed with Visa to empower small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) through a series of online training courses. The collaboration is a result of Glovo and Visa’s shared belief that SMEs are the pillars of...
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- 21 top Kenyan students were awarded today out of the almost 6,000 who entered the 2023-2024 Huawei ICT Competition during a ceremony held in Nairobi. Of the 21 winners at a national level, an impressive...
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- LG has announced the rollout of the 2024 lineup of LG OLED TVs and QNED TVs in Kenya. The TVs will be available for purchase at LG Brandshops and leading supermarkets countrywide. Central to this...
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- ORA Technologies has successfully secured $1.5 million in Seed funding from Moroccan entrepreneurs, demonstrating their strong belief in the company’s growth and impact potential. The ORA Maroc Super App, with its impressive 300,000+ downloads, aims...
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- Check Point has announced insights from its Global Threat Index for February 2024, shedding light on the cybersecurity landscape across Africa, with a particular focus on South Africa. The report reveals a concerning surge in...
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- Summary Village Capital and Moody’s Foundation have announced the launch of Greetech2024: The Future of Sustainability, an investment-readiness accelerator. This accelerator is meant to advance innovative and sustainable solutions that actively contribute to building resilience...
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- Samsung has rolled out the March security patch to the Galaxy S24 in Kenya. The S24 series was launched in Kenya a few weeks back and is currently available in stores from ksh 124,500. You...
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- Watu Credit has today been awarded a Client Protection Certification in recognition of their long-standing commitment to client protection by the Microfinanza Rating (MFR) Certification Committee. The recognition was awarded to both Watu Kenya and...
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- Bolt has announced the expansion of its services to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Bolt currently has over 200 drivers ready to start providing services through its platform in Kinshasa. The capital...
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- Flapmax has announced the launch of its Women in AI (WAI) Generative AI Fellowship program as part of its FAI Institute initiative. The program aims to empower women in the field of artificial intelligence (AI)...
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- Last year Spotify Daylist was launched in a few select markets and we finally have it in kenya. Spotify Daylist has seen a search spike of 17,000% and has captured the attention of music lovers...
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- Imagine a remote that is small enough to fit anywhere but unleashes the power and experience that can only be anticipated for the future… Imagine a remote that uses no disposable batteries but harnesses the...
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