Tech

22 Jan 2026 - Jubilee Holdings has appointed Dennis Kevogo as its new Head of Data, strengthening the group’s push to embed data, analytics,... Source

22 Jan 2026 - Mobile financial services have finally resumed across Uganda, days after authorities enforced a sweeping digital blackout in the lead-up to the 15 January 2026 general…

22 Jan 2026 - In today's edition: Chipper Cash stops burning cash || Nigeria is betting on mini-grids || South Africa's Nedbank to take over Kenya's NCBA || Worldcoin deletes Kenyan…

22 Jan 2026 - Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced the launch of Sophos Workspace Protection. This new solution is designed to provide organizations with an accessible, affordable…

22 Jan 2026 - Safaricom has announced five more winners of KES 1 million in the Shangwe @25 national consumer promotion, bringing the total number of winners to 20 since the campaign…

22 Jan 2026 - The landscape of digital entertainment in East Africa has undergone a rapid transformation, moving from physical betting shops to the immediate convenience of handheld…

22 Jan 2026 - The Gates Foundation and OpenAI are launching a $50 million partnership to help several African nations leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their healthcare…

21 Jan 2026 - The World Advanced Manufacturing & Future Mobility Exhibition (WAM Morocco) has attracted a remarkable lineup of global industrial leaders, many of whom are attending…

21 Jan 2026 - Sony Corp. and China’s TCL Electronics Holdings Ltd. are planning a new global home entertainment venture that would combine Sony’s television and audio business with TCL’s…

21 Jan 2026 - The offer targets 66% of NCBA, leaving the remainder of the lender publicly listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).

21 Jan 2026 - With the power of free AI editors, anyone can produce professional-quality images in just a few minutes.

21 Jan 2026 - "It’s the process of building up tolerance for ‘inconvenience’ and then reaching even toward enjoyment.”

21 Jan 2026 - Some of the world’s most compelling electric cars are sold only in China.

21 Jan 2026 - Africa’s agrifood sector is entering a pivotal era of growth as scalable technologies and digital innovations begin to redefine productivity across the continent. While…

21 Jan 2026 - Thorough preparation and genuine proof are the pillars of a successful application process.

21 Jan 2026 - South African financial giant Nedbank Group Limited has issued a formal Notice of Intention to acquire a controlling 66% stake in NCBA Group PLC for $856 million. The…

21 Jan 2026 - The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released its February 2026 grant payment schedule amid battling a wave of misinformation on social platforms.

21 Jan 2026 - Eight years after his last album, A$AP Rocky’s DON’T BE DUMB delivers his biggest streaming day ever and reshapes the 2026 Spotify hierarchy.

21 Jan 2026 - These countries make it easiest for tech professionals to relocate with their families through inclusive, hassle‑free visa options.

21 Jan 2026 - South Africa’s Nedbank Group Ltd. has proposed acquiring a 66% stake in Kenya’s NCBA Group Plc in a deal valued at about $800 million, marking a major push into East Africa’…

21 Jan 2026 - At CES 2026, LG Signature smart appliances arrived with a confidence that comes from subtraction. There is no attempt to dress intelligence up as novelty. The machines do…

21 Jan 2026 - New disclosures show China’s solar giants suffered deeper losses in 2025, despite a surge in installed capacity and global demand for panels.

21 Jan 2026 - The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)  has successfully trained a new cohort of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in essential digital skills,…

21 Jan 2026 - The Ministry of ICT, Postal and Courier Services in Zimbabwe  has donated 8,000 Starlink internet kits to the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education as ......

21 Jan 2026 - Cameroon has significantly strengthened its national cyber defense capabilities following the acquisition and deployment of advanced cybersecurity technology at the Computer…

21 Jan 2026 - Steam doesn’t run weekly giveaways, but these are the games it quietly made free in 2026, for a limited time.

21 Jan 2026 - I recently reached out to a Kenyan friend who runs a cross-border trade business in Kampala via WhatsApp, only to be met with total silence. When we finally connected, he…

21 Jan 2026 - The all in one washer dryer has for years lived in a strange corner of the appliance world. It promised less clutter and less handling, then asked for most of a day in…

21 Jan 2026 - OnePlus CEO denies “dismantling” rumors, rejecting reports that Oppo is gutting the brand following a similar aggressive restructuring at Realme.

21 Jan 2026 - The campaign promotes savings of up to £3,750 on a new EV, lower running costs, and access to more than 87,000 UK charge points.

21 Jan 2026 - Sophos,  a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced Sophos Workspace Protection, expanding its portfolio to help…

21 Jan 2026 - Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation  has engaged Cisco  on potential areas of collaboration in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital sovereignty…

21 Jan 2026 - The Infinix Note Edge is the latest smartphone from the Chinese manufacturer to come to Kenya. The phone will be available in stores for Ksh 32,500. The price may vary from…

21 Jan 2026 - The modern AI industry has lived on a simple assumption: progress would arrive faster if you fed models more data, more compute, and more money. Bigger clusters led to…

21 Jan 2026 - Econet Wireless Zimbabwe  has reported a resilient performance for the third quarter ended 30 November 2025, reaffirming its commitment to becoming a leading digital…

21 Jan 2026 - The CFTC’s new “Future-Proof” plan marks a rare admission from a US regulator that outdated rules, not crypto itself, are holding innovation back.

21 Jan 2026 - The Gates Foundation and OpenAI have committed $50 million to deploy artificial intelligence tools across health care systems in Africa, beginning in Rwanda. The initiative…

21 Jan 2026 - Standard Chartered Plc has appointed Dalu Ajene as chief executive officer for Africa, expanding his role to include head of coverage for the region as the lender sharpens…

21 Jan 2026 - OneDosh  has secured $3 million in pre-seed funding to develop stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure aimed at enabling seamless cross-border money movement. The…

21 Jan 2026 - The latest Government AI 100 list has been released by global public-policy platform Apolitical, recognising 100 public servants and government... Source

21 Jan 2026 - Chipper Cash, one of Africa’s leading cross-border payment platforms, has officially reached a historic financial turning point. CEO and Co-Founder Ham Serunjogi announced…

21 Jan 2026 - A Chinese YouTuber used ancient metalworking techniques and modern console hardware to solve a problem the gaming industry never intended to fix.

21 Jan 2026 - The Nigerian government is pushing to expand off-grid electricity, with mini-grids emerging as a central pillar of its response.

21 Jan 2026 - Osama Bari, CTO at D24 Fintech, shares his views on how blockchain technology will evolve in 2026 The blockchain market is on track to continue its growth this year, with…

21 Jan 2026 - By tying a new token directly to its Seeker smartphone, Solana Mobile is testing whether people actually want to own the platforms running on their phones.

21 Jan 2026 - Wesley turned a modest $300 Ethereum investment into a portfolio worth about $4,000 by focusing on research, patience, and disciplined decision making.

21 Jan 2026 - Sun King has officially launched the HomePlus Max. This is its most advanced solar home system yet and it’s designed to do far more than just light up a room. The new…

21 Jan 2026 - From Warhammer 40,000 and Death Stranding to standout indies and late-month drops, this guide breaks down what actually matters on Game Pass in January and how to approach…

21 Jan 2026 - Chipper Cash, an African fintech that offers consumer payments, cross-border transfers, and US dollar virtual cards, stopped burning cash in the final quarter of 2025.

21 Jan 2026 - Sophos on Tuesday launched Sophos Workspace Protection, a browser-centric security product aimed at securing hybrid and remote work while giving organizations greater…