- ICT and Digital Economy CS William Kabogo and Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology Ambassador Philip Thigo are heading the Kenyan delegation at the France AI Action Summit which commenced on Monday at the Grand Palais in Paris. Kenya alongside other African countries like Mauritania, Senegal, South…
- In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the search for eco-friendly solutions now touches every industry, including how we produce and use ink. Traditional inks, long relied upon for printing and writing, face growing scrutiny for their environmental toll, from the harmful chemicals they…
- OPPO Kenya has initiated legal action against the influencer marketing platform AIfluence, citing defamation and brand damage resulting from the agency’s failure to meet its payment obligations to the influencers. In a statement released on Monday, OPPO acknowledged it was aware of concerns raised…
- LG Electronics (LG) on Monday announced Donghun Lee as its new President for East Africa (EA), effective immediately. He replaces Dongwon Lee, who has led the region since January 2023. Lee (Donghun) brings over two decades of experience with LG, having most recently served as the Overseas Kitchen…
- As ride-hailing services focus more on safety and security, Bolt’s Driver Selfie Check stands out as an important feature designed to protect passengers and verify drivers. While most ride-hailing services have become synonymous with convenience, they’ve also attracted fraud, scams, and risks that…
- On Sunday evening, the X account of Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) sent out posts inviting users to share their addresses for a chance to receive tokens for likes and retweets. The account also went ahead and shared another post asking local media to support the idea of…
- There has been fierce competition among China AI startups with interest in local alternatives, sparked by the launch of ChatGPT in 2022. Once dominated by the likes of Alibaba and ByteDance, that line too has been attacked with small AI startups breaking the rank and keeping themselves afloat. Main…
- Smart TV Safety Tips: Smart TVs tend to make one susceptible to cyber intrusion without awareness of impending danger. Hackers target loopholes in such actions to spy on or keep track of the viewing activities of the enlist. Luckily, a few easy but effective precautionary measures can keep you and…
- As African leaders gather in Tanzania for the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, the continent stands at a crossroads. Nearly 600 million Africans—roughly half the population—lack access to electricity, representing 83% of the global electricity access deficit. This energy gap is not just a barrier…
- Africa is on the threshold of a technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) reshaping global industries and economies. For local businesses, preparing for the complexities of AI demands is no longer optional but instead has become a necessity, and a robust…
- NCBA Group on Thursday published its first Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure report, a new approach to sustainability reporting under the Impact Disclosure Guidance released late last year. The publication of the report makes NCBA the first African financial institution to use the new…
- In a bid to stay ahead of the sustainability agenda, Del Monte Kenya has announced the transition of its employee transportation services to a fully electric bus fleet. Commenting on this development, MD Wayne Cook said the strategic move to adopt environment-friendly options of travel aims to…
- Even as electric two-wheelers are gradually gaining traction and changing the game for Kenya’s transport sector, Kenyan boda boda rider, Joel Amboka, completed an over 900 km journey from Malaba to Mombasa using the Roam Air electric motorcycle, relying solely on portable charging. Hailing from…
- AALTO HAPS Limited, an Airbus subsidiary specialising in the design, manufacture, and operation of High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), has announced the successful completion of its first stratospheric flight and testing from the newly established AALTOPORT in Laikipia County, Kenya. Flying…
- Fintech innovator, Tuma Ventures Limited, has announced its approval as a licensed Payment Systems Provider (PSP) by the Bank of Tanzania. In a statement, the company said this significant achievement underscores its dedication to delivering secure, seamless and customer-focused financial…
- Twenty years have already passed, since Google Maps set out to help users move from Point A to Point B. Over 2 billion users access Maps every month; and maps are not all that this application is. Google Maps is basically your steadfast partner, friend, and sometimes even a savior. If it’s not…
- Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has launched a new AI chatbot for smallholder farmers in underserved communities in Kenya. Known as FarmerAI, the chatbot has been launched in partnership with Global NGO, Opportunity International. The chatbot is aimed at providing real-time, relevant farming…
- Verto, the global fintech specializing in cross-border payments, and banking solutions has launched the Verto Global Business Award to support early-stage startups. The award will spotlight the most promising startups with global potential, equipping them with the resources needed to scale, and…
- Currently, the arrest and indictment of Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, has sparked an international debate on levels of free speech and the responsibilities imposed on tech tycoons. The case extrapolated from France will be looming for the future of Telegram and will raise fundamental questions…
- Kaspersky researchers detected over 414,000 ‘Nigerian’ email scams. According to the cybersecurity firm, these emails relied on messages that lured victims with enticing financial offers manipulating them into email exchanges which would ultimately be used to defraud them. The latest scams related…
- Short-form video hosting platform TikTok has revealed that it removed over 334,,000 videos from its platform in Kenya due to violations of its community guidelines. According to TikTok, in its latest Q3 2024 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report released on Thursday, the move is part of its…
- Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, has announced that its Comstor arm has secured EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) distribution rights for cybersecurity and observability leader Splunk Inc. In joining the Splunk and Cisco distribution community in the…
- Smart Africa, an alliance of 40 African countries, has announced the establishment of the Africa AI Council. According to a statement from SmartAfrica, the council aims to position Africa as a strategic leader in the global artificial intelligence (AI) Economy. This Council, comprising multiple…
- Kaspersky identified a new malware operation called SparkCat that has invaded the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This is the first instance where screenshot-reading OCR malware-infected apps have found their way into Apple’s official marketplace. SparkCat was discovered in late 2024. The…
- Africa’s gaming market experienced significant growth, reaching a revenue of $1.8 billion (Sh 232.2 billion) in 2024, marking a 12.4% increase from 2023. This is according to a report by Carry1st, an African gaming and digital content publisher and Newzoo, a PC and console gamer research platform…
- In this episode, we’re talking about DeepSeek—the Chinese AI powerhouse that’s taking the industry by storm. From mind-blowing capabilities to its potential to rival Western AI giants, DeepSeek has the world buzzing. Is this the future of AI as we know it? Or is there more to the story? Stay tuned…
- The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has urged Kenyans to adopt proactive steps to safeguard their personal and organisational data. This alert comes after the Kenya Business Registration Services (BRS) notified the Ministry of a potential data breach affecting the…
- French Ambassador to Kenya Arnaud Suquet has said that Kenya has the potential to take up the leading role in the upcoming France AI Action Summit and more generally poised to lead the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa. “Kenya is arguably one of the leading tech hubs in Africa with…
- The global smartphone market is not only growing; it is also evolving, spurred on by demand for innovation and premium experiences. Average selling price has achieved a new record of $356, representing a 5% increase in revenue in the last year. This growth shows how consumers are changing their…
- Could the U.S. TikTok ban influence allied nations and Africa to do the same? Newly-elected U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day extension to comply with a law mandating its sale to avoid a ban. This move comes after a prolonged legal battle, culminating in…
- Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced the completion of its $859 million acquisition of rival Secureworks. With this acquisition, Sophos is now the leading pure-play cybersecurity provider of Managed Detection and Response [MDR] services, supporting more than 28,000 organizations of all sizes…
- Bolt live location sharing: Imagine this, it’s late at night. You’ve just ordered a ride home. The streets are quiet, the city lights blur past, and you wonder—who knows where I am right now? What if you could tell a friend or family in real time where you are exactly and that you are safe …
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- Bolt is launching Trusted Contacts, a feature that allows passengers and drivers to add friends or relatives to their account contacts. The ride-hailing firm says the move is part of its ongoing investment in upgrades to safety features on its platform and will ensure quicker escalation of Ride…
- Float, a South African credit card-linked instalment platform, announces its partnership with Peach Payments, a leading online payment solution provider. The collaboration will see thousands of Peach Payments merchants instantly integrate Float at checkout, broadening the reach of interest-free…
- Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) has made a pivotal change to its 3rd cohort selection to prioritise the immediate support for 5-7 growth-stage companies building the Future of Pharmacy care in Africa. This shift comes in response to the U.S. State Department’s “stop-work” directive issued on…
- Galaxy S25 Series Pre-orders: The Samsung Galaxy S25 series has officially launched in Kenya. The all-AI phone was launched on January 22, 2025, in the Kenyan market setting a new standard as a true AI companion with the most natural and context-aware mobile experiences ever created. Introducing…
- Safaricom on Friday celebrated the first grand prize winners of its ongoing ‘Wai Ndai’ challenge by handing over two brand-new Suzuki Altos. 34-year-old John Maina from Naivasha, Nakuru County and 32-year-old gamer Paul Njihia, based in Ruiru, Kiambu County, emerged as the first two monthly winners…
- NTT DATA has announced the international launch of its next-generation Smart AI Agent. The company says this advanced AI tool is a cornerstone of its strategy to accelerate the adoption of Generative AI, with an estimated $2 billion in revenue that it aims to achieve from Smart AI Agent – related…
- Google has made some great improvements to its Demand Gen campaigns and is introducing new features that make ad management more effective, adaptable, and fun for businesses. These changes are part of the ongoing improvement efforts by Google on the advertising front, especially across YouTube,…
- Kenya is among world governments invited to benchmark on Estonia’s e-govt success after it activated the final portal on divorce management procedures. The invite comes after Estonia launched a month global campaign ending March 27 where public and private sector players will be facilitated to…
- Crash games like Aviator and Aviatrix have been rapidly growing in popularity in the Kenyan market with betting firm Odibets recently partnering with Incentive Games to release a new suite of these games. Aviatrix, in particular, launched on Odibets in July 2024, making the thrilling crash game…
- Safaricom has launched its latest customer promotion dubbed ‘Data Dabo Dabo’ designed to offer more value to customers through free data bundles. The three-month campaign, which will run until 23rd April 2025, provides customers with a ‘Buy One Get One Free’ offer on select data bundles, enabling…
- Partnering with Seatrees and the University of California San Diego, Samsung Electronics announced a new initiative to restore coral reefs using advanced Galaxy technology. Continuing its sustainability journey, Samsung is growing its work to protect marine environments by providing mobile…
- OPPO has announced 17-year-old Spanish football prodigy, Lamine Yamal, as its global brand ambassador. In his new role, Yamal will play a pivotal part in OPPO’s “Make Your Moment” brand refresh initiative, working with OPPO to inspire more young people worldwide to seize the present, channel their…
- The Africa Tech Summit Awards has announced the 2025 finalists, celebrating individuals and companies impacting the technology sector across the continent. The winners will be revealed at the awards gathering on February 13th during the seventh edition of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. The summit,…
- TikTok has announced strategic partnerships in Kenya with Aleph Holdings and Wowzi. The collaboration with Aleph Holdings will see TikTok’s sales and support operations seamlessly transition to Aleph’s dedicated Kenyan team, enhancing local expertise. Meanwhile, Wowzi, as a leading technology…
- PwC has come up with a new report and it has revealed that there is a dramatic shift in Kenya’s entertainment and media (E&M) industry and the market is expected to reach $4.8 billion by 2028. This change is being driven by Kenya’s booming internet economy, spurred by smartphone penetration and…
- Kenya is on the verge of a large growth in its entertainment and media industry. PwC has now uncovered that sector will be worth $4.8 billion in the next three years in new research. The growth is due to an increase in the number of smartphones in the country, better internet connectivity, and a…
- X, the social platform once known as Twitter, has announced a new partnership with Visa to launch X Money, a digital wallet and peer-to-peer payment service. This new partnership is the latest move by Elon Musk on his broader vision for changing X into an everything app where its users can create,…
- Modern lifestyles demand kitchen appliances that offer versatility, efficiency, and convenience. With the perfect blend of technology and innovation to simplify meal preparation, the LG grill microwave oven is guaranteed to transform meal preparation into an enjoyable and seamless experience. Here…
