- NjiaPay on Tuesday announced the closing of an oversubscribed $1 million+ pre-seed funding round. The round was led by HAVAÍC, with participation from several prominent angel investors, including founders of Anyfin, Banxware, and Maxidrive. NjiaPay is a Payments-as-a-Service provider solving the…
- Despite 65% of IT leaders having adopted generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities, 89% of them are concerned that flaws in GenAI cybersecurity tools could put their organization at risk. This is according to a new report released today by cybersecurity firm Sophos. The report…
- Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom is seeking regulatory approval from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) to build its own undersea cable, according to a local publication the Business Daily. The CA, Kenya’s independent regulatory agency for the ICT sector, has confirmed that Safaricom has…
- TECNO Kenya has announced the successful completion of the annual Christmas Fiesta campaign, with the grand prize of a brand new Mazda Demio valued at more than 1.5 million shillings. The Christmas Fiesta campaign was designed to give back to loyal customers and celebrate the spirit of Christmas…
- Equity Bank has received dual ISO certifications – ISO 27001:2023 for Information Security Management and ISO 20000-1:2018 for Service Management. These prestigious certifications demonstrate the Bank’s ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of information security and service…
- Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), a pan-African initiative to support African health-tech startups to commercialise and scale their offerings is calling for leading innovators to join its 3rd cohort. Funded by the Gates Foundation, MSD, Cencora, Endless Foundation, HELP Logistics–a subsidiary…
- Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), a pan-African initiative to support African health-tech startups to commercialise and scale their offerings is calling for leading innovators to join its 3rd cohort. Funded by the Gates Foundation, MSD, Cencora, Endless Foundation, HELP Logistics–a subsidiary…
- Elon Musk-owned satellite internet Starlink has recorded significant growth in Kenya, doubling its market share in the three months leading up to September last year. This is according to the latest sector statistics report published by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). The report notes…
- PAIX Data Centres has announced the construction of a new data centre in Dakar, Senegal. The company stated in a statement that this development is a key strategic milestone in its West African expansion to address the rising demand for reliable digital infrastructure. The company added that four…
- The NCBA Golf Series is set to begin the 2025 edition this Saturday, January 25, at the Vet-Lab Sports Club. This marks the first of 41 qualifier events lined up for the year in what promises to be an exciting and competitive season of golf across East Africa. Vet-Lab Sports Club, renowned for its…
- The Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at the MIT Sloan School of Management is launching a collaboration with the Government of the Republic of Botswana that will serve as a model for other growth markets across Africa and beyond. This five-year program will include establishing a…
- FSL, the Web3 development studio behind the powerhouse Web3 lifestyle app STEPN, has announced the launch of GMT Pay payment solution. The company said GMT Pay empowers users to earn through STEPN GO and other FSL products and seamlessly turn their GMT and GGT earnings into real-world purchases.…
- Binance Futures, on Thursday, announced new features and enhancements to BFUSD, the first reward-bearing margin asset issued by a crypto exchange. These include USDC support allowing users to purchase and redeem BFUSD with USDC, and a new Pre-Buy and Pre-Redeem reservation system giving users more…
- Samsung took to the stage earlier today to unveil the Galaxy S25 series at its Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. The new lineup boasts advancements in design, performance, and intelligence – a marriage between AI and sleek hardware. The Samsung Galaxy S25 series comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite…
- Ziidi MMF: After receiving regulatory approval from the country’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) in November last year to launch its second money market fund, Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has officially launched the product. Known as Ziidi MMF, the product has been launched in partnership with…
- Ziidi MMF: After receiving regulatory approval from the country’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) in November last year to launch its second money market fund, Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has officially launched the product. Known as Ziidi MMF, the product has been launched in partnership with…
- The iGaming industry is experiencing great success, and many are attributing it to the presence of online slots. There is a good reason for this claim; slots are by far the most popular games to play at gambling websites. They are simple, they are fun, and they are intriguing. That being said, a…
- Kenya has one of the most dynamic financial systems in the world but there’s something about to change – the much-hyped partnership between the titan of mobile money, M-Pesa, and the real-time interbank payment system, PesaLink. This collaboration looks exciting as two private giants join forces to…
- The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is inviting Kenyans to issue feedback on the proposed guidelines concerning the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the media. In a statement, MCK noted that through a technical committee, it has developed media guidelines on the use of AI, data and social media…
- Digital payments are on the rise globally, with increasing adoption across websites, apps, and in-store platforms. Looking ahead to 2025, the payments landscape is expected to become more digital, flexible, and consumer-driven. Key developments include the expansion of account-to-account (A2A)…
- Xiaomi has unveiled the the long-awaited Redmi Note 14 series which is now finally in the country. As anticipated, the company has introduced several upgrades across the entire lineup compared to the previous Redmi Note 13 series. Xiaomi has made notable improvements to the durability of the Redmi…
- Coastlines across Africa are undergoing rapid changes due to a combination of rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather events triggered by climate change, and the impact of urbanisation and coastal population growth. This poses significant challenges for sustainable development in Africa’s…
- The Kenya Communication Authority (CA) has proposed a substantial increase in licensing fees for satellite internet service providers (ISPs) such as Starlink as it seeks to review the Satellite Landing Rights (SLR) licence it requires for satellite ISPs to obtain to operate in the country. Under…
- OPPO is set to launch the Reno 13 series next month, succeeding last year’s Reno 12 lineup. With several key upgrades, the Reno 13 series aims to deliver a more refined experience over the Reno 12 series. In the country, OPPO usually launches the base model, the Pro version and a more affordable F…
- Xiaomi is planning to launch the Redmi Note 14 series early next week and as expected, the company has brought a few upgrades across the lineup compared to the previous Redmi Note 13 series. The Redmi Note lineup has consistently been the company’s best-selling product line, offering exceptional…
- CMC Networks has appointed Paolo Gambini as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Gambini joins CMC Networks from his prior role as Head of Enterprise Sales at Arelion, where he spent over five years leading global sales initiatives. He brings more than 25 years of telecommunications experience and…
- Hybrid multicloud computing provider Nutanix on Wednesday announced the launch of its Multicloud Experts community (“MC Experts”) in EMEA. A bold initiative, MC Experts aims to create a platform for leading cloud experts to pool knowledge and resources while being able to lean on peers and…
- January is always a great time for budget phone enthusiasts in Kenya, especially Xiaomi fans, as the company refreshes its Redmi lineup. This month, we will get the Redmi Note 14 series. The Redmi lineup is a fan favorite especially last year’s Redmi Note 13 series and its successor’s promise to…
- Agnes Gathaiya, Google’s Country Director for East Africa has left the company after more than 4 plus years at the firm. Agnes announced that she was leaving the tech giant to pursue other interests. ‘’After 4+ incredible years at Google as the Country Director for East Africa, the time has come…
- Africa has experienced tremendous technological advancement in recent years, and one of the most significant impacts has been the democratization of stock trading. With the growing number of mobile platforms, increased internet penetration, and financial literacy campaigns, technology is changing…
- Cybersecurity firm Sophos today announced that its Sophos Managed Detection and Response [MDR] service has reached a major milestone, now protecting more than 26,000 organizations globally, growing its customer base by 37% in 2024. This achievement highlights the increasing demand for Sophos’…
- Stock trading and investment apps have significantly impacted the financial services landscape in recent years, making the previously exclusive world of the stock market accessible to anyone with a smartphone. These platforms have facilitated the democratization of investment, providing tools and…
- Stock trading and investment apps have significantly impacted the financial services landscape in recent years, making the previously exclusive world of the stock market accessible to anyone with a smartphone. These platforms have facilitated the democratization of investment, providing tools and…
- Showmax is breaking new ground as Africa’s first streaming service (SVOD) to live stream a homegrown concert. On 18 January 2025, fans in 44 African countries can watch Grammy-winning Amapiano superstar Tyla perform live from the SunBet Arena, Pretoria, exclusively on Showmax.com. Tyla, the…
- Migrating your website to WordPress hosting can be both exciting and daunting. Whether you’re switching to enhance performance, improve security, or simply enjoy the benefits of a more flexible platform, ensuring a smooth transition is crucial. The significance of a seamless migration cannot be…
- Wentors, a leading organization dedicated to advancing women in technology has announced the launch of Wentors 2.0 – a platform offering personalized mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and workforce development programs for women. Wentors 2.0 aims to strengthen the global tech…
- At its CES 2025 virtual launch event, ASUS unveiled a range of AI-powered products emphasizing sustainability, power, and creativity ranging from new laptops and tablets such as the ASUS ROG Flow Z13. The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is the company’s powerful 2-in-1 gaming tablet designed for ultimate…
- The Kenya Communication Authority (CA) has proposed a substantial increase in licensing fees for satellite internet service providers (ISPs) such as Starlink as it seeks to review the Satellite Landing Rights (SLR) licence it requires for satellite ISPs to obtain to operate in the country. Under…
- AI took over at CES 2025 as chip giants announced their AI-powered processors from Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, and Nvidia that promise enhanced performance. Intel Intel unveiled new Core and Core Ultra processors at CES 2025, focusing on efficiency despite them playing catch up in terms of performance.…
- It’s now official that the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results will be released on Thursday. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba is set to announce the results at New Mitihani House in South C, Nairobi. This year, a record-high of 965,501 candidates sat the…
- Google TV is getting upgraded and will feature AI-powered Gemini bringing enhanced voice control, search, and YouTube integration. This new update is slated to launch later this year. Google made this announcement at CES 2025 and the new feature will enable natural conversations without repeating…
- Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa has partnered with Money Fellows, the leading money circles app, to power a new solution that will leverage its best-in-class payment functionality. Under the partnership, Network will provide Money Fellows…
- Samsung has a packed schedule this year—from launching new gadgets at CES 2025 like the Frame Pro to the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked 2025 and the expected refresh of its A-series with the unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy A56. Samsung Galaxy A56 will come with curved edges, slim bezels, a punch-hole…
- With its forward-thinking vision, Kenya is one of the world’s most dynamic markets for technology innovation, offering industry players exceptional growth opportunities. In this highly competitive landscape, companies must continuously come up with bold solutions to evolve their offerings if they…
- Samsung has set January 22 for its Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. This is the company’s major tech event scheduled for this year. It will take place at 10 AM PT in San Jose, California, which is 9 PM local time. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 will showcase AI advancements and new hardware. A live stream…
- Nokia has announced that it has concluded the sale of Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), a leading submarine networks business, to the French State, represented by the Agence des participations de l’Etat. The transaction was completed on 31 December 2024. Nokia retains a 20% shareholding with board…
- PBR Life Sciences, a leading big data aggregator in life sciences and healthcare, has raised $1M in pre-seed funding. The company plans to use the new funding to scale its data-as-a-service platforms in Nigeria and expand its operations to Ghana and Kenya. Several investors participated in the…
- Kenyan energy startup, Hydrobox, has taken a big step in its vision to revolutionise rural electrification after securing $9 million (Sh 1.16bn) in debt financing from FMO, the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank. The funding targets to scale Hydrobox’s eight mini-grid projects in a bid to…
- Cassava Technologies, Africa’s digital infrastructure and services provider, has announced a $90 million equity investment round, with participation from the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), the Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation (FinnFund), and Google. In a statement,…
- China’s news media has entered a new era characterized by deeper integration with digital and intelligent technologies, as detailed in the ‘Development of China’s News Media (2024)’ report released Tuesday by the All-China Journalists Association (ACJA). The report highlights generative AI as a key…
