- Data annotation and model validation solutions provider firm Sama has announced the global activation of its multi-cloud integration in Kenya. The company says the launch of the multi-cloud systems integration offers its customers significant cost savings and easier compliance with internal and…
- In March 2022, alGROWithm announced an initiative where they started building Africa’s first-ever Growth Talent Accelerator Program (GTAP). Fast forward to today and alGROWithm is making waves again, this time with a funding injection from Digital Africa. The funding not only signifies a remarkable…
- Bolt has rolled out a new feature that will allow riders to appreciate drivers in addition to the star rating they assign their drivers. Known as ‘Driver Compliments’ Bolt says the new feature will enhance the feedback loop by giving drivers visibility into the positive feedback given by riders,…
- Welcome to the first episode of 24Bit Podcast in 2024! In this exciting episode, your hosts Emmanuel Chenze, Dickson Otieno, and Nixon Kanali sit down with a special guest, June Okal – a Tech Policy Lawyer, to delve into the world of tech predictions for the year ahead. Join us as we explore a…
- Xiaomi has announced plans to launch the Redmi Note 13 Series in Kenya. The series, which succeeds the Redmi Note 12 Series will be launched on January 31st. Xiaomi says the series promises to transcend the boundaries between mid-range and flagship smartphones, delivering an extraordinary blend of…
- Workz, which specialises in cloud-based subscriber solutions for mobile network operators (MNOs), has announced today it has reached over 100 partner telcos on its latest cloud eSIM platform across its three sites in the Americas, Europe and Middle East. This milestone signifies a significant leap…
- The online gambling scene is really taking off in Africa, and it’s projected to hit $1.85 billion in revenue by the end of 2024. What’s catching attention is the growing interest in mobile casino gaming, thanks to the widespread use of portable devices across the continent. With around 300 million…
- Football, the world’s most popular sport, has produced some of the most mesmerizing and jaw-dropping moments in the realm of sports. Among these moments, the art of curving the ball into the net stands as a true spectacle. The ability to make a football defy physics, changing its trajectory mid-…
- Agri-tech firm Twiga Foods has announced that it has settled a Google Cloud Services debt dispute with Google Cloud provider Incentro Africa. The dispute between the two companies began in September last year when Incentro Africa served a statutory demand for $261,878 in debt payments to Twiga…
- Alviere, the embedded finance platform provider, has announced that Onafriq, Africa’s digital payments network, has chosen it to enable payments and remittances from the United States to Africa. Onafriq connects various payment schemes with more than 500 million mobile wallets, over 200 million…
- Ride-hailing platform SafeBoda has announced that it’s resuming operations in Kenya more than a year after leaving the market. The company has revealed that it will be back in the country on February 10th, 2024. SafeBoda launched in Kenya in 2018 and had a community of users and business value…
- Shamba Pride, the Agri SME based in Kenya has raised $3.7 million from EDFI AgriFI – the EU Agriculture Financing Initiative – and Seedstars Africa Ventures. As part of the arrangement, EDFI Agrifi will provide a long term loan of $2 million, to foster sustainable development and economic growth in…
- Visa, a global leader in digital payments and Pesaflow, a pioneering fintech firm offering innovative digital payment solutions have partnered to streamline and enhance digital government ecosystems while fostering financial inclusion. Pesaflow has made a significant impact in digital government…
- Cybersecurity firm Sophos has been positioned as a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms [EPP], marking the 14th consecutive time the company has been a Leader in the report. “We believe Gartner recognized Sophos again, due to our market-leading and flagship…
- OPPO has revealed that it will be launching the new OPPO Reno11 series in Kenya on the 25th of January 2024. Alongside this series, the company will also be showcasing ColorOS 14 Marking its 10th anniversary, OPPO says the new ColorOS14, is set to deliver efficiency and all-round performance for…
- South African Fintech firm Ukheshe International has acquired 100% of EFT Corporation Limited (EFTCorp) from parent Loita Transaction Services (LXS), a pan-African payment solutions and financial switching provider. This transaction follows Ukheshe’s 2022 acquisition of Masterpass in South Africa…
- Samsung has officially unveiled its latest Galaxy S24 series comprising the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24, unleashing new mobile experiences thanks to Galaxy AI. Samsung says the Galaxy S series leads the way into a new era that will forever change how mobile devices empower users.…
- Mama Cherop trades in high quality secondhand clothes, popularly known as “camera,” at Nairobi’s bustling Toy Market. She sources her supplies from a wholesaler at Gikomba market on Saturdays. Usually, she spends about Kes 10,000 on new supplies every weekend. Last Saturday when she visited her…
- Epson has introduced the market’s first entry-level DTG [Direct to Garment] printer that can print directly onto dark, as well as light, fabrics. Completing Epson’s industry-leading range of hybrid DTG and DTF [Direct to Film] printers, the SC-F1000 will be of particular interest to hobbyists,…
- The Kenyan Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), the world’s leading peer-to-peer network of successful business leaders, will host its qualifying competition of the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) on Saturday 20th January 2024 at Nairobi Street Kitchen. This year’s Global…
- Uzapoint Technologies has partnered with SME financing platform Pezesha to provide access to finance for micro and small businesses across Africa. Through this partnership, Uzapoint merchants can easily access affordable working capital in an embedded approach by integrating Pezesha APIs into the…
- Convergence Partners today announced that its Convergence Partners Digital Infrastructure Fund (CPDIF) has entered into a definitive agreement with Alviva Holdings to acquire 100% of systems integrator Datacentrix. The acquisition is alongside the existing Datacentrix management team that has…
- If you have tried upgrading your tech products this January, chances are very high that you have considered a Logitech product. From mouse pads, mice, to webcams, Logitech makes some pretty interesting products. The Logitech BRIO 500 Webcam for example is a good deal for anyone looking for an HD…
- Showmax announced last year that they will be rebranding in 2024, well, they just did. The video-on-demand service revealed its new look on Monday completely with a new logo and plans. The rebrand comes ten months after MultiChoice, Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky announced a joint streaming vision…
- It’s just one day to the first Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event which kicks off on Wednesday (January 17). On this day, we expect Samsung to launch the much-rumoured and teased series of Galaxy devices. Based on the teasers, it’s clear Samsung will be going big on AI and we could probably see a…
- Samsung Electronics is set to revolutionise the consumer electronics industry with its unwavering commitment to AI-driven technology. Recognising AI as the cornerstone of innovation, Samsung is reshaping the future of its products, embedding AI capabilities across a diverse spectrum of devices. “At…
- Sycamore Capital, a Kenyan-based fintech company, has announced its successful exit from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) sandbox as an intermediary services platform provider. This paves the way for the commercial launch of its Cashlet app after successful testing and regulatory oversight over…
- Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has launched an accelerator program targeting local startups. Known as Spark Accelerator the program aims to accelerate early-stage startups in the fintech and content space to grow and scale their businesses. The program has been launched in partnership with M-PESA…
- TECNO Mobile has launched the SPARK 20 Pro+ in Kenya, an upgraded addition to its popular SPARK 20 Series. Also, as the official mobile phone sponsor of the Africa Cup of Nations, TECNO offered a special SPARK 20 Series Limited Edition Gift Box to celebrate the football tournament. Speaking…
- Epson EcoTank L15150 Review: Office printers have become essential tools in today’s fast-paced business world. While digitalization and technologies such as cloud computing have revolutionized the way we work, the traditional office printer still holds its significance. Epson is one of the biggest…
- The landscape of cyber threats has significantly expanded in terms of volume, complexity, and impact of attacks over the past few years. Consequently, regardless of their size, industry, or geographic location, the vast majority of companies prioritize protection against these threats and primarily…
- 2023 was an interesting year for African startups. According to ‘Africa: The Big Deal’, a tech research firm, the year saw rebalancing of investments across four of the continent’s largest tech markets; Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. For some time now, Nigeria has always received the…
- Samsung on Wednesday unveiled five new Galaxy A Series smartphones in Kenya. The new devices include the Galaxy A25 5G, Galaxy A15 5G, Galaxy A15, Galaxy A05s, and Galaxy A05. Samsung said the devices are set to give both new customers and loyal A series fans more options. The Recommended Retail…
- In the era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way we live, connect, and experience the world. At the forefront of this AI revolution is Samsung, a company that has strategically invested in AI for years, aiming to…
- Bolt has introduced a new cancellation option in its app, aimed at deterring users on its platform from taking offline trips and paying off the app. The on-demand mobility platform says the move is aimed at enhancing the safety and well-being of riders. Riders will now be able to cancel a trip by…
- Seiko Epson Corporation, has become the first in its sector to fully adopt renewable energy sources for all its operations worldwide as of December 2023. This shift to green energy covers their entire global network, including their facilities in Japan. Annually, Epson’s electricity consumption…
- Safaricom’s mobile money platform M-Pesa is down with users nationwide reporting delays. The service is unavailable on both the M-Pesa app, USSD code and the SIM card tool. Users have taken to social media platforms to complain about the outage that has seen several services relying on M-Pesa…
- Advanced email and collaboration security company Mimecast has acquired Elevate Security, a provider of human risk management solutions. The acquisition strengthens Mimecast’s offerings by providing proactive insights and deeper visibility into human behaviors and risk, helping customers better…
- The fintech sector has been one of Africa’s biggest technology success stories. According to one report, the continent’s 678 fintech startups raised more than US$2.7 billion between 2021 and August 2023. Additionally, almost all of the continent’s unicorns (startups valued at more than US$1 billion…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu is expected to announce the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2023 results today. A record 899,453 candidates sat the Form four national exams which were done from October 23 to November 24. Unlike when you had to wait for the…
- Sueh Owino, one of the emerging young Kenyan content creators and popular on Tiktok for her cooking skills, has landed a deal with Odibets. Owino, who is popular for ‘cooking for my husband’ videos, will now spearhead Odibets January campaign dubbed ‘Suehluhisha Njaanuary na Odibets App.’’ Could…
- OPPO smartphones in 2023: This was quite a busy year for OPPO in Kenya. The smartphone manufacturer released several devices in the market – from the A series to the Reno Series, making it one of the top smartphone vendors in the country. Over the years since I first used an OPPO device, 2023 was…
- As we welcome the arrival of 2024, reflecting on the lessons from 2023 and the evolving threat landscape, it becomes crucial to discern the persistent trends that shaped the previous year. The tenacity of cybercriminal tactics, notably the prevalence of ransomware, exploitation of vulnerabilities,…
- As the back-to-school season comes, parents are preparing for the excitement and challenges of getting their children ready for another term of learning. This time of the year generally brings a long list of obligations, from acquiring uniforms and textbooks to settling tuition fees. The financial…
- Airtel Africa’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Olusegun “Segun” Ogunsanya, is retiring from the company with effect from 1 July 2024. The company has announced that Sunil Taldar will now take over as the new CEO. Mr. Taldar, who joined Airtel Africa in October 2023 as Director – of Transformation…
- It’s that time of the year, and you might be wondering utavukia mwaka wapi? Worry no more, one of the biggest events in Kenya is going down at Absa Grounds along Thika Road dubbed Crossover Mugithi. The event has attracted Kikuyu maestro musicians who will be headlining the event including…
- Bolt just released its Bolt Rewind revealing some interesting statistics on local transport and delivery trends in Kenya. This year’s Bolt Rewind data reveals what customers across the world have in common, as well as Kenya customers’ unique transport trends. According to the data, Bolt Food in…
- With the deadline for businesses to fully switch to electronic tax invoicing, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has pledged to support taxpayers in complying with the requirements. KRA amended the Tax Procedures Act to require the use of electronic tax invoices by all taxpayers including those who…
- Kenyan Digital Credit Provider MyCredit Limited has raised $3 million in debt funding from impact investment firm BlueOrchard. The non-bank financial services company says it will use the new funding for onward lending and scale its operations in the country. The firm intends to offer affordable…
- Bolt has unveiled a new rider verification feature in Kenya as it seeks to enhance driver safety. The on-demand mobility company says the feature is part of its ongoing investment in enhancing safety features on its platform, strengthening driver-rider trust and incentivising drivers to accept…
