17 October 2023
- OPPO Kenya has today added three new devices to its portfolio in Kenya. The star of the show is the OPPO A78 that is available in retail stores for Ksh 35,000. Two other devices the...
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17 October 2023
- Startups across the African continent managed to secure half a billion dollars in the third quarter of 2023, breaking down into $324 million in equity funding and $176 million in debt, according to data collected by Africa: The Big Deal. While this…
17 October 2023
- SA startup Adbot partners with MTN Nigeria to launch ad services for SMEs
Link: techcabal.com/2023/10/17/adbot-nigeria-mtn-partnership/
By @EphraimModise1
17 October 2023
- Kenya Power has issued a formal notice summoning an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) scheduled for the 10th of November 2023. The power distributor is in the process of revising its Memorandum and Articles of Association. A key agenda during this…
17 October 2023
- Yesterday, Safaricom announced the launch of Safaricom Hook, a platform dedicated towards to nurturing the potential of young Kenyans. Safaricom Hook focuses on three core aspects: technology, career, and culture, aiming to create opportunities and…
17 October 2023
- OPPO has today launched the A78 4G version in the Kenyan market. This is the middle child in the midrange A series which includes the A58 and the A98. OPPO A78 comes in Aqua Green in what OPPO calls Diamond Matrix design which gives the phone this…
17 October 2023
- Many banks still rely on outdated batch upload processes for cardholder information and card status, which means consumers who need to cancel or block a stolen credit card will sometimes have to wait hours for their request to be actioned. In that…
17 October 2023
- Google Sheets, a versatile spreadsheet application, is often associated with number crunching and data analysis. However, it can be a powerful tool for creating interactive timelines as well. Whether you’re a student working on a history project, a…
17 October 2023
- Nadeem Anjarwalla , Director for Binance East and West Africa As long as new technology is introduced into the world, fraudsters will continue to search for a place to thrive. Unfortunately, Bitcoin gives cryptocurrency scammers an interesting…
17 October 2023
- Online food ordering and delivery platform, Uber Eats, and mobile rental network, Adoozy Power, have partnered up to enable South Africans to rent power banks and have them delivered to their doorstep. Facilitated by Uber Direct, which is Uber Eats…
17 October 2023
- Both organizations will collaborate in activities such as training for the youth and women to support their employability in new digital professions.
17 October 2023
- Nedbank has taken a landmark step in supporting Africa’s sustainable infrastructure development by merging its project finance and export credit teams into a newly repurposed Africa Infrastructure Finance business unit the bank aims to offer…
17 October 2023
- Trade Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano has confirmed Esther Njeri Ngari as the CEO of the Kenya Bureau of Standards...
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17 October 2023
- LinkedIn has announced that it would lay off 668 employees amid dwindling revenue growth, making it the second time this year that the professional networking platform is trimming its workforce. In May, the company slashed 716 positions from its…
17 October 2023
- Flip phones are cool again and none more so than Samsung’s Z Flip 5. This is one of the latest iterations of Samsung’s market-leading foldables that also includes the Z Fold 5 which was launched globally about two months ago. In Kenya, Samsung’s…
17 October 2023
- Amazon will enter SA's online retail market in 2024 amidst regulatory pushback against ecommerce leaders
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By @Ephraimmodise1
17 October 2023
- MIUI has officially been replaced by HyperOS. Nearly 5000 Software Engineers have worked on the new Xiaomi HyperOS and the development started way back in 2017. HyperOS, Xiaomi’s new system, will be based on Android and promises stability and…
17 October 2023
- Dr. 'Bosun Tijani introduces a scheme funding 45 AI startups and researchers for sustainable innovation.
17 October 2023
- The cost of an electric vehicle (EV) battery is a significant factor in the overall price of an electric vehicle. This cost varies depending on several factors, including the size and capacity of the battery, the type of battery, and the specific…
17 October 2023
- Absa has launched two unique banking solutions, namely Absa Emerging Entrepreneur and Absa Business She Thrives, aimed at empowering youth and women in their business endeavors. These solutions provide various benefits, including a monthly fee…
17 October 2023
- Fintech has traditionally been the darling of venture capital in Africa, receiving almost half of the investments in 2022. On the other hand, entertainment tech startups in the continent have historically struggled to attract consistent venture…
17 October 2023
- Tokyo Electron is taking aim at Lam Research in the semiconductor market with its latest game-changing innovation that could pose a huge threat to the latter's market share.The new technology is for 3D NAND flash memory, which can store data for…
17 October 2023
- The last decade for payments has been extraordinary and the narrative surrounding payments is shifting. Over the next decade, payments will continue to connect people, devices, homes, cars and avatars spanning physical, digital and virtual worlds.…
17 October 2023
- Load shedding continues to place strain on various sectors of the South African economy. According to an article by financial institution Payabill, highlighting the ways in which load shedding is seriously inconveniencing businesses in South Africa…
17 October 2023
- WhatsApp has rolled out a security enhancement, allowing Android users to establish a password less passkey. After a successful beta testing phase held approximately a month ago, users on can now make use of the WhatsApp Passkey feature. “Android…
17 October 2023
- In new app launched by FNB’s, nav» Earth, uses spending habits to estimate carbon emissions spend and allows users to offset unavoidable emissions. Helping Users Reduce Carbon Emissions In an era where climate change is firmly on the global agenda…
17 October 2023
- Kaspersky has launched a full-featured solution for containerised environments – Kaspersky Container Security (KCS) at GITEX. It secures containerised application...
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17 October 2023
- As MWC Kigali approaches, GSMA Intelligence anticipates the key themes and focal points that will dominate discussions at the upcoming 5G Summit. Kenechi Okeleke sets out the key themes from the 5G in Africa 2023 Report which will be launched at the…
17 October 2023
- Baidu has just released the latest version of its Ernie AI, and it's clear that the company is aiming to rival GPT-4. The new AI promises to be even more powerful and accurate than its predecessor, with improved language understanding and…
17 October 2023
- Per Kamal Budhabhatti, Group CEO at Craft Silicon, building a sustainable logistics business can go a long way in staying in business. Kamal further mentioned that some of Sendy’s customers have since moved to Little Logistics.
17 October 2023
- Crypto application VIBRA, co-founded by Vincent Li, founding partner of web3 accelerator Adaverse, has ceased operations in Nigeria. Sources suggest a complete shutdown across Africa, but Li insists that it only left Nigeria and is also pivoting.…
17 October 2023
- In the last 12 months, tech companies across the globe have been in a downsizing spree. Unfortunately, this job cuts trend continues unabated. Microsoft has announced that its social network company, LinkedIn is letting 670 staff members go. The job…
17 October 2023
- Leon Kiptum has started a new position as Senior Vice President, Enterprise Business – East Africa at Flutterwave. This lengthens...
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17 October 2023
- CEOs of major African Mobile Network Operators meet to enhance digital inclusion and infrastructure development.
17 October 2023
- Ericsson announced the opening of a 5G Core (5GC) Excellence Center dedicated to serving the Middle East and Africa region. This state-of-the-art center will be a hub for innovation, collaboration, and the advancement of 5G technology. The…
17 October 2023
- Sheikh Mohammed opens GITEX GLOBAL, hosting 6,000 exhibitors, 180,000 tech executives from 180 countries. Includes innovative startups and climate-focused expos.
17 October 2023
- Over 40 participants from 20 countries engage in transformative training at Smart Africa Digital Academy.
17 October 2023
- Andela has announced the launch of Andela Talent Cloud, an integrated, end-to-end platform to match global technologists with companies seeking to bolster capacity and skill sets. The Andela platform is an all-in-one, AI-driven solution that…
17 October 2023
- Rwanda's ICT Minister unveils Airtel partnership for accessible smartphones, fostering exchange among Smart Africa states.
17 October 2023
- Over 100 delegates from 19 states ratified 2024 plan, phase 2 of SADA project, and resolutions.
17 October 2023
- Airtel Africa's CEO introduces budget-friendly 4G phones, aiming to connect over a million Rwandans for digital empowerment.
17 October 2023
- MTN Xlerator is MTN South Africa’s enterprise supplier development (ESD) programme that plans to increase MTN’s procurement spend by R4 billion over two years with 51% black-owned SMMEs. The programme plans to double the number of SMMEs on its…
17 October 2023
- A recent survey by Global Technology Company Epson has revealed that 72.1% of Kenyans are willing to invest in electric vehicles in an effort to combat climate change. The survey dubbed the Epson Climate Reality Barometer which gathered insights…
17 October 2023
- Probably the most important device to humans today is a mobile phone. Due to this, phone theft has grown and created a booming backstreet market across the globe. Today, major phone makers assemble in the London City hall. Apple, Samsung, Google,…
17 October 2023
- Kenya’s leading telco Safaricom has unveiled a new platform targeting the youth. Know as Safaricom Hook, also S-Hook, the engagement platform is designed to empower Kenyan youth in the areas of technology, career, and culture. S-Hook has been…
17 October 2023
- Sony Ventures is launching a $10 million fund for entertainment startups on the continent. Ticket sizes are expected to range between $250,000 to $1 million.
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17 October 2023
- Data Integrated Ltd has received official approval by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to operate as a Payment Service Provider (PSP). This significant regulatory milestone is celebrated by the company seeking to promote financial inclusion and…
17 October 2023
- Dennis Ntara is the General Manager for SARAYA Kenya, an Innovative company creating products and solutions in sanitation and food technology. His job is to implement SARAYA Kenya’s global vision of improving the world’s sanitation, health and…
16 October 2023
- Starlink, the Space X-owned satellite internet service with over 2 million customers in more than 60 countries, is bringing the service directly to mobile phones.According to its website, Starlink is working on a Direct to Cell service that promises…
16 October 2023
- Nigeria's inflation rate reaches 26.72% in September 2023, amid soaring food prices and harsh economic realities.
