- Months after the abrupt end of Copia Global, the e-commerce firm that raised over Sh15.8 billion in funding, its key leadership is back in Kenya with new projects—and familiar ambitions. Timothy Steel, Copia’s former CEO, has teamed up once again with ex-CTO Michael King and Copia’s co-founder…
- In a bold step towards future-proofing Kenya’s education system, Young Scientists Kenya (YSK), an initiative of the Ministry of Education and the Government of Ireland through its Embassy in Kenya, working with the Raspberry Pi Foundation, has trained 170 secondary school teachers in Artificial…
- As anticipation builds for the 10th edition of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering (AAG2025), AfriLabs, the largest pan-African network of innovation hubs and Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) have signed a strategic Collaboration Agreement to catalyze innovation, foster entrepreneurship,…
- A 2024 GeoPoll study commissioned by Watu Credit reveals the economic impact of smartphone financing across East Africa, with 40% of customers reporting increased income after accessing Samsung devices through Watu’s flexible financing model. The study also found that 42% improved their digital…
- More than 400 young ICT professionals have graduated from a two-week technical training under the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP) Cohort IX, held at the University of Nairobi’s Chandaria Auditorium. The program, implemented by the ICT Authority in partnership with Huawei Technologies…
- Sub-Saharan Africa has become the epicenter of mobile money—and now, it’s starting to change something even more fundamental than how people pay: how they save. In 2024 alone, the region processed over $1.1 trillion in mobile money transactions. That’s not just impressive; it represents more than…
- President Donald Trump has signed the GENIUS Act, America’s first federal law to regulate stablecoins—digital currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar. While the law is being touted in Washington as a tool to strengthen the dollar’s global dominance, its ripple effects will be deeply felt across Africa…
- Apple’s next flagship phones are shaping up to be some of its most distinctive yet. The iPhone 17 Pro and Air, along with the standard and Max models, are expected to launch this September—and if the rumors hold, the Air could mark Apple’s boldest design shift in years. Apple’s Fall Tradition…
- It started, like so many things now do in the age of social media surveillance, with a jumbotron. A grainy 15-second clip from a Coldplay concert showing a seemingly affectionate moment between Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his company’s head of HR, Kristen Cabot, might have been an awkward…
- Netflix is feeling good about the rest of 2025. The streaming giant has raised its revenue forecast after a strong second quarter, pointing to global subscriber momentum, better-than-expected ad sales, and a weaker US dollar that’s helping its international earnings stretch further. The company…
- Kenya has signaled a historic policy shift in embracing the digital economy with a strategic focus on Bitcoin, stablecoins, and blockchain integration. Through a series of statements and videos posted on X, Hon. William Kabogo, the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Information, Communications…
- OpenAI is preparing to reshape how we work with documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. The company is developing new features within ChatGPT that will allow users to create and edit files—like slides and data sheets—without leaving the chatbot interface. That’s a direct challenge to the long-…
- Startups operating under the Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) are set to benefit from significant tax cuts under Kenya’s newly signed Finance Act 2025. In a bold move to attract foreign and local investment, the Treasury has introduced tiered corporate tax incentives targeting…
- A South African private equity fund is seeking a 35 percent stake in Mawingu Networks, a Nairobi-based internet service provider backed by Microsoft and the U.S. Development Finance Corporation. The deal, if approved, would hand the fund a controlling interest in one of Kenya’s fastest-growing ISPs…
- From Silicon Valley to Seoul, crypto crime in 2025 is defying geography. Chainalysis’ mid-year update reveals that North Korea–linked hackers are expanding their global reach, laundering billions across borders using a mix of DeFi protocols, mixers, and increasingly, sanctioned services. Despite…
- Your TV might still switch on, but that doesn’t mean it’s doing its job. Today’s smart TVs aren’t just screens — they’re hubs for entertainment, gaming, fitness, and even education. If your current set is lagging behind, here are four clear signs it’s time to upgrade, with practical buying tips…
- Sophos, a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced it has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP) – marking the 16th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition since the category’s inception in 2007. Sophos’ award-winning…
- This year, Year 9 learners across Kenya are facing one of the most important decisions in their academic journey: choosing a career pathway. For the first time, under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), students must select between three streams STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering &…
- You load the usual Ksh 500 on your meter. A few seconds later, the token arrives—and it’s less than you got last time. Again. You start wondering: Is Kenya Power quietly raising prices? Not exactly. But there’s a good chance your tariff rate has changed. Most people don’t know this, but Kenya Power…
- Leading fintech M-KOPA has announced it has sold over 1 million of its branded smartphones within just 12 months of launch, marking a major milestone in its mission to drive financial inclusion across Africa. Unlike traditional smartphones, M-KOPA’s devices come embedded with its Smart Money…
- The forex and online trading landscape has witnessed a significant growth in Africa in recent years, mainly driven by technological innovations, mobile penetration and a growing appetite for financial inclusion. An increasing number of young people across the continent are now turning ro forex and…
- For years, Meta’s big bet was virtual reality. With the 2021 rebrand from Facebook to Meta, Mark Zuckerberg envisioned a world built around avatars, immersive headsets, and digital spaces. But four years later, that future feels on hold. Now, Meta is placing its biggest bet yet on something else…
- Samsung just dropped its new foldables—the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7. They’re slick, a bit thinner, slightly better. The usual. And yeah, they’ll cost you more. But here’s the thing. While Samsung keeps polishing the same idea, Chinese brands are flipping the game—literally and figuratively. They’re…
- Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has announced a strategic partnership with DropByDrop Water Systems (DropByDrop), a global provider of smart water technologies. This collaboration, which combines Liquid’s extensive network and tailored technology solutions with DropByDrop’s cloud-based…
- Mediamax Network Limited, the parent company to K24 has issued a notice of intention to declare certain roles within the company redundant. The media company says that the move is part of a strategic restructuring exercise aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in response to shifting market…
- Airtel Kenya just hit a major milestone. For the first time ever, the telco has crossed the 24 million mark in active SIM subscriptions—adding over 3 million new users in just three months. That’s not just a bump; it’s a big leap that puts Airtel ahead of rival Safaricom in terms of new customer…
- If you’ve been holding on to old Safaricom Bonga Points, you can exhale—again. Safaricom’s attempt to bring back expiry dates for its popular loyalty programme just hit another wall. The High Court has refused to pause its earlier decision that blocked the telco from cancelling older points. That…
- In today’s fast-moving cities, ride-hailing and delivery services are no longer a luxury—they’re a daily utility. But with convenience comes responsibility. For Bolt, one of the leading mobility platforms in Africa, Europe, and beyond, that responsibility is safety. At the recent Bolt Safety Summit…
- Bolt, Kenya’s leading ride-hailing platform, on Monday held a safety training summit for drivers and couriers on its platform. The initiative, held in collaboration with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the National Police Service (NPS), and the Nairobi City County Government (…
- OPPO Reno14 Series: If you’ve been following smartphone launches for a while, you know how the story usually goes. There’s a big push. Flashy words. A camera that’s “revolutionary.” A feature you’ll forget exists by next month. But every once in a while, a phone shows up that isn’t trying to…
- Six months into Donald Trump’s second term, Silicon Valley’s top players are navigating a transformed Washington. The new administration’s hands-off approach to AI, hardline trade posture, and unpredictable public shaming campaign have upended the tech power order. From Elon Musk’s fall from favor…
- How can AI literacy unlock a brighter future for Kenyan youth? In this virtual episode of The TechTrends Podcast, host Nixon Kanali sits down with Dr. Pauldy Otermans and Dev Aditya, Co-Founders of the Otermans Institute, to discuss the OI Lead Initiative, a free, certified AI education…
- Despite Kenya’s impressive smartphone penetration now exceeding 100% many rural communities still grapple with unreliable broadband and limited access to essential digital services. In this context, affordable and app-centric home printing solutions could serve as a critical bridge between always-…
- For years, Netflix treated the idea of competition as an abstraction. Its co-founder Reed Hastings once said sleep was the real rival. But that era of untouchable dominance is over. In 2025, it’s no longer just about gaining subscribers. It’s about controlling screen time, and YouTube is winning…
- Apple is no stranger to transitions. But this time feels different. Behind the strong stock performance and polished product releases, the world’s most valuable tech company is quietly undergoing the most dramatic internal shake-up in over a decade—facing executive retirements, a muddled AI…
- Starting July 15, 2025, YouTube will stop monetizing content that lacks real human input—especially videos with AI-generated voices, low-effort compilations, or reused footage with no added value. The platform’s updated policies mark a major shift in how originality is defined, rewarded, and…
- Have you noticed how heavy your iPhone apps feel? You grab Instagram, Gmail, maybe Twitter. A short while later, your iPhone is begging for space even though you installed the very same apps on Android last year without trouble. You are not imagining things. In most cases, iOS apps take more…
- South Africa is using its presidency of the G20 to push for changes in global bank regulations—calling for relaxed capital requirements that would allow African lenders to fund more infrastructure. At the heart of this effort are G20 reforms for African banks, aimed at addressing a long-standing…
- Kenya’s attempt to establish a dedicated crypto regulator is facing serious pushback — even before it launches. The proposed Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority of Kenya (Varak) was designed to bring structure and oversight to the country’s growing crypto industry. But now, the Kenya crypto…
- Kenya’s insurance industry is now under stricter cybersecurity oversight after the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) introduced a sweeping framework that compels insurers to report major cyber attacks within 24 hours of detection or confirmation. The move is part of a broader regulatory push to…
- At least three firms have entered the Lipa Later acquisition race, submitting offers to buy or finance the struggling buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) start-up, which has been under administration since March 2025. A Canadian firm, a Kenyan financial consultancy, and a London-based investor are eyeing…
- For years, Sub-Saharan Africa has stood at the periphery of global crypto conversations. But in 2024, the region is squarely at the center of attention. According to Chainalysis’ 2024 Geography of Crypto Report, crypto adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa is accelerating — not as a speculative investment…
- Equity Bank has issued a public notice confirming an ongoing service disruption affecting its digital banking platforms. The bank described the issue as an “intermittent service downtime” that has impacted customer access to several key digital channels. In a statement, Equity assured customers…
- Roam, Kenya’s leading electric mobility manufacturer, has partnered with Fortune Credit, a licensed digital credit provider, to launch the country’s first-ever financing program for electric motorcycles. This initiative is designed to make clean mobility more accessible to both individuals and…
- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and Bolt, a leading European shared mobility and delivery platform, have signed a global agreement aimed at providing integration support for migrants working in the mobility and delivery sectors. The partnership, ‘Bridging the Gap – Integrating…
- Cynthia Karuri-Kropac has left Safaricom. After nearly two years leading the enterprise business unit, she’s exited her role as Chief Enterprise Business Officer. There wasn’t a public announcement, no farewell note—just a quiet update on Safaricom’s leadership page, where her name is no longer…
- Unilever and Equity Bank have announced a strategic partnership to offer a Distributor Financing Solution, designed to strengthen manufacturing supply chains, improve product availability, and accelerate growth across the markets. This initiative is part of a broader effort to empower small and…
- Tracxn has released its Africa Tech H1 2025 Funding Report, offering a detailed view of funding trends, sectoral performance, acquisitions, and investor activity across the continent. The African tech ecosystem raised a total of $427M in H1 2025, reflecting a notable drop in funding activity…
- Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing connectivity between Kenya and Qatar, while offering greater flexibility and travel options for global passengers. The agreement, signed in Doha by Qatar Airways…
- Google is blurring the lines between apps, search, and AI with powerful AI upgrades for Circle to Search, reshaping how users interact with their screens. Unveiled during Samsung’s latest Unpacked event — where the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Watch 8 lineup took center stage — the new AI-infused…
