21 August 2023
- Ten more counties have taken up MyCounty App, an all-in-one app experience for all county services that empowers citizens to pay for county government services and engage county leadership seamlessly. MyCounty App was first launched in Makueni in…
21 August 2023
- Last week, Nigeria’s apex bank ended a two-year ban on foreign exchange (FX) sales to Bureau de Change (BDC) operators. The CBN believes lifting the ban will help ease the strain on exchange rates.
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20 August 2023
- A 2018 log ban imposed in Kenya to boost its forest cover by 10% and improve the country’s sustainability credentials was set to be lifted by July 2023.
20 August 2023
- Almost 700,000 international students were enrolled for study at UK higher education institutions during 2021-22, with over 120,000 of these students coming from the European Union (EU) while about 560,000 were non-EU students, according to…
20 August 2023
- When Oppo announced the launch of the Find N2 Flip in Kenya this past May, the buzz was palpable. Flip phones have always held a certain nostalgia for many of us, reminiscent of an era before full-touch smartphones. I attended the launch in Nairobi…
20 August 2023
- Twiga, a Kenyan B2B e-commerce food distribution platform, will lay off a third of its 850 permanent employees, citing an increasingly challenging business environment. Twiga's CEO Peter Njonjo told TechCabal that Twiga has been “on a transformative…
19 August 2023
- Do you text yourself to remember things? Most people do. In fact, some friends or family members text their friends and family their shopping lists so they can save them – just in case.
Because traditional note-taking apps such as Evernote can be…
19 August 2023
- Kenya stands out as a hub of innovation, and in this conversation, we get up close and personal with two entrepreneurs at the forefront of digital transformation that is sweeping across Kenya. Nelson Aseka of AIfluence and Radhika Bhachu of Ndovu,…
19 August 2023
- I had a conversation with Rehema Juma from Samsung Kenya and Linda Kimani from ABSA Bank Kenya on Samsung’s newest foldable phones and ABSA Bank’s innovative Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) credit card financing proposition, ‘Buy Now Lipa Pole Pole’. Rehema…
19 August 2023
- Samuel Akpan, a crypto expert, told TechCabal, “Their monies will be a worthless token printed out of mid-air. I think the funds are long gone; Patricia has misappropriated customer assets just like FTX.”
19 August 2023
- Editor's Note: This is a guest article written by Ross Perkin, a UK-based writer telling brand stories through visual media. Follow him on Instagram.
Being a “social media influencer” or a “digital content creator” seems like the perfect job. You get…
19 August 2023
- Nigeria’s Central Bank is ending a two-year ban on FX sales to the Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in its newest move to stabilise Nigeria’s volatile FX market. Under ousted CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, the CBN banned sales of FX to BDC operators…
19 August 2023
- Earlier this week a petition was submitted to Kenya’s parliament to ban TikTok in Kenya. This triggered a massive debate in parliament with our lawmakers being clearly divided on the pros and cons of the same whilst sending tremors throughout Kenya’s…
18 August 2023
- One of the pain points in Africa with regard to global financial access is the inability of Africans to seamlessly access FX for their individual needs, whether for school fees payment, the gig economy, short-time travel, or remote working.
Most…
18 August 2023
- If you work in customer support, you are likely to be facing challenges with handling a high number of customer queries. Even maintaining a high quality of service would require a huge cost.
According to Gartner's 2019 Customer Service and Support…
18 August 2023
- So you're browsing through your gallery after a delightful dinner party with your colleagues, trying to pick the perfect shot to share with them on the most popular messaging app in the world, but there is a compression system waiting to turn your…
18 August 2023
- A recent finding from Counterpoint Research has projected a further contraction in global smartphone deliveries for the full-year 2023.
Recall that global smartphone sales sustained a record fall in 2022, tumbling 11% year-on-year to 1.2 billion…
18 August 2023
- GA Insurance in Kenya has been known for some pretty creative and even risque billboards during the last couple of years. So, it was no surprise they would do something like this one where they talk about ChatGPT which right now is the hottest…
18 August 2023
- Senegalese company DNA is reintroducing the ancient construction method of rammed earth – compacted raw earth bricks.
18 August 2023
- The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), a statutory body that protects depositors' funds, might investigate the directors of Eyowo and 183 banks whose licenses were revoked to determine if financial malpractice contributed to the revocation…
18 August 2023
- Staying safe while exploring the internet is super important. Whether you're looking up stuff for school, work, or just having fun, you want to make sure you're protected.
Lucky for you, Google Chrome has a cool tool called Safety Check. It's like a…
18 August 2023
- The United Kingdom has been making giant strides in technology and innovation from attracting tech talent globally, making plans to become a science and technology superpower, committing £2.5 billion in quantum computing, to investing in clean tech…
18 August 2023
- Gwila is one of the first e-commerce marketplaces in Zambia that allows people to sell their products and services, and Derek Thomas is determined to expand into other markets as soon as he can.
18 August 2023
- Gwila is one of the first e-commerce marketplaces in Zambia that allows people to sell their products and services, and Derek Thompson is determined to expand into other markets as soon as he can.
18 August 2023
- In an interview with Bidvest’s Chief Information Officer Nomonde White-Ndlovu, the bank groups initiative in driving digital transformation was explored in greater depth. Nomonde reveals Bidvest’s aim to integrate state-of-art technologies to enhance…
18 August 2023
- Your email address and display name are often your digital first impression. Whether switching to a more professional name, embracing a new identity, or simply updating your information, Gmail offers a straightforward process to change your displayed…
18 August 2023
- Sports celebrate hard work, persistence, perseverance, and skill, while technology plays a pivotal role in elevating athletes beyond human limits through innovation and evolving sports engineering. This rings especially true in professional cycling,…
18 August 2023
- Nearly two-thirds (63%) of South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) effectively utilize technology, but a notable technology effectiveness gap exists between male and female business owners. This insight is derived from The South African SME…
18 August 2023
- The 20K to 25K price bracket is the sweet spot when it comes to buying a really good smartphone. We’ve already compiled our list of the best-value smartphones under 20K and 15K which you can go check out. We now shift our attention to the best…
18 August 2023
- Kaspersky played a crucial role in supporting INTERPOL’s Africa Cyber Surge II operation, aiding investigators in identifying compromised infrastructure and apprehending cybercrime suspects. The collaborative effort yielded remarkable outcomes,…
18 August 2023
- For a long time, WhatsApp has had a bad reputation for turning picture-perfect dinner date snapshots into less-than-stellar captures, a frustrating experience for users who have longed for the day they can share high-definition (HD) images with their…
18 August 2023
- Tesla has released its Universal Wall Connector, which has a North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector as well as an…
The post Tesla launches Universal Wall Connector that charges vehicles from all brands appeared first on TechMoran.
18 August 2023
- President William Ruto has nominated Andrew Mukite Musangi as the Chair of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), succeeding Mohammed...
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18 August 2023
- Hyundai is planning to buy General Motors‘ factory in India’s western state of Maharashtra, allowing the South Korean automaker to…
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18 August 2023
- The next time you are shopping on Amazon, and you're beginning to feel overwhelmed scrolling through tons of reviews on the microwave you plan to get, there is now a new AI feature about to help you simplify your shopping.
Exclusively available on…
18 August 2023
- Black Mamba is capitalising on global spicy food trends, exporting to 15 countries, notably the UK, Norway, and Germany.
18 August 2023
- A consortium of Ford Motors and South Korean corporations announced plans to build a C$1.2 billion ($887 million) plant in…
The post Ford and auto partners choose Canada for $900m battery materials plant appeared first on TechMoran.
18 August 2023
- The Inaugural Innovate Nairobi Tech Week concluded last week at the prestigious Edge Convention Centre in Nairobi, showcasing groundbreaking technological…
The post Smart farming project, E-Shamba, emerge Winners of Innovate Nairobi Tech Week…
18 August 2023
- According to the 2022–2023 Africa PR and Communications report, the majority of professionals in the industry regard artificial intelligence (AI) as the technology that will revolutionise the industry over the next decade.
18 August 2023
- Salient Advisory’s recent report, reveals that a mere 2% of funding supports female founders. Women-led ventures heavily rely on grants and debt due to this financing gap, often leading them to be perceived as social enterprises, consequently…
18 August 2023
- Hybrid work has become the norm for numerous businesses, yet the journey towards refined work methods continues. Organizations are agilely responding to the dynamic demands of industries, businesses, and customers. Urgency to Innovate: Vital for…
18 August 2023
- The rise of digital nomadism, driven by technological advancements, promises remote work freedom but has darker consequences: potential societal fragmentation, cultural homogenization, loss of local identity, mental health challenges, labor…
18 August 2023
- Faulu Microfinance Bank and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) have partnered to provide Smallholder Farmers with Green Financing. As part of the…
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18 August 2023
- The Kenyan government will launch the Presidential Innovation Award (PIA) today to enhance entrepreneurial capabilities among innovators nationwide. Ababu Namwamba,...
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18 August 2023
- South African languages present a considerable challenge for voice assistants. With twelve officially recognized dialects that further branch into numerous regional, cultural, and colloquial accents, the linguistic complexity is daunting. The…
18 August 2023
- Kobo360, a Nigerian logistics startup, has announced the appointment of a new CEO, Cikü Mugambi, after its co-founder, Obi Ozor stepped down from his role as CEO and Board Chair.
18 August 2023
- Banking as a Service (BaaS) and embedded finance enabler Ukheshe has partnered with Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) to introduce an innovative BaaS platform in East Africa. Seizing Growth Opportunities with BaaS Collaboration BaaS, which entails delivering…
18 August 2023
- Syrex, a provider of hyperconverged cloud technology solutions in South Africa announced a strategic partnership with Seceon, a global provider of the most advanced AI/ML-driven cyber threat detection and remediation platform for enterprises and…
18 August 2023
- Nairobi Governor, Johnston Sakaja has stated that the county government is ready to equip the Nairobi aggregation park. Speaking during…
The post Nairobi county government to equip the aggregation park, innovations to be prioritized appeared first on…
18 August 2023
- The metaverse, a captivating virtual world of shared digital spaces, offers an innovative platform for a thriving and inclusive digital economy. The concept is still in its early stages, but as governments and businesses across Africa explore the…
