Tech

13 August 2024 - A not-to-be-missed highlight of Datacentrix’s much anticipated Showcase event will be the special Digital Experience Lab, which will draw on elements of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide…

12 August 2024 - The tech giant is once again set to raise the bar for smartphones, wearables, and AI integration.

12 August 2024 - Providus Bank has announced that its merger with Unity Bank, which has received preliminary approval from the Central Bank, is expected to result in a combined balance sheet of up to ₦3 trillion ($1.8 billion). Known for its banking-as-a-service…

12 August 2024 - Kenya-based digital insurance platform mTek has formed a partnership with BuuPass to provide travel insurance coverage for travelers against any travel-related damages. mTek’s travel insurance solutions will streamline the insurance process by…

12 August 2024 - Kuda, the Nigeria-focused neobank supported by Target Global, has experienced a significant surge in revenue, as indicated in its latest audited financial statements filed with U.K. regulators, where the startup is incorporated. The company saw an…

12 August 2024 - In June 2024, several employees from TikTok’s African team were laid off following the social media giant’s announcement of planned global staff reductions. Prior to the official notice of these scheduled layoffs in May, the ByteDance-owned company…

12 August 2024 - Artificial intelligence (AI) has become more than a buzzword in today’s digital age, promising to revolutionize various sectors, from healthcare to entertainment. As a leader in technological innovation, Samsung is at the forefront of integrating...…

12 August 2024 - By adding hyperlinks to texts, your chat will look cleaner, more compact, and easy to read.

12 August 2024 - Shipment saw a significant rebound from the previous year and even outpacing pre-pandemic levels.

12 August 2024 - Kenya’s biggest bank by market capitalisation Equity Group has reported a 12.5% growth in net profit in H1 2024. This is against a backdrop of continued macroeconomic headwinds of high interest rates and volatile exchange rates across the markets in…

12 August 2024 - Safaricom was the first telco to launch 5G services in Kenya. Safaricom 5G went live in Kenya back in 2022 and the company has been aggressively expanding availability across the country.  Safaricom has today revealed... The post Safaricom Now has…

12 August 2024 - Conserve time and energy and easily find time slots to meet directly from your inbox.

12 August 2024 - Safaricom, a leading telecommunications operator, has joined forces with Kenya Airways to enhance the airline’s operational efficiency and customer experience. This collaboration aims to introduce cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions…

12 August 2024 - Klasha, a prominent global cross-border payments company, has released a comprehensive whitepaper exploring the future of payments between Africa and China. The report, titled “Unlocking opportunities: The future of cross-border payments between…

12 August 2024 - mTek, a Kenyan digital insurance platform, has teamed up with BuuPass to provide comprehensive travel insurance coverage. This partnership aims to protect travellers against various travel-related risks and damages. The collaboration integrates mTek’…

12 August 2024 - Founders Factory Africa, a prominent African venture capital firm, has unveiled its new identity as 54 Collective. This rebrand reflects the company’s ambitious goal to support entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries. The firm positions itself…

12 August 2024 - dLocal, a Uruguayan cross-border payment platform, has forged a partnership with iTransfer, a money remittance company. Their collaboration aims to address the complexities of cross-border payments in emerging markets, with a focus on mitigating…

12 August 2024 - Kenya’s government has given the green light to a significant power infrastructure proposal from Adani Energy Solutions, a subsidiary of India’s Adani Group. The $907 million project aims to construct transmission lines and substations in Eastern and…

12 August 2024 - Sendsprint, a rising player in the cross-border payments industry, has made a significant move by acquiring Nobel Financial Inc., a US-based remittance company. This strategic purchase allows Sendsprint to extend its services to 16 US states,…

12 August 2024 - One year after launching its first electric mobility product in Africa, Uber Electric Boda, Uber says it has seen an 81% increase in active driver sign-ups. The company says the affordability of the product for Nairobi residents has led to a 94%…

12 August 2024 - Airtel Kenya has opened a new Airtel Money Branch in Mombasa’s Central Business District (CBD). The telco says the move is part of the continuous expansion of its service footprint in the coastal region. Centrally located on Haille Selassie Road, off…

12 August 2024 - NCBA monthly maintenance fees: Monthly maintenance fees are common among local banks. They are fees, or a monthly service fee, charged by a financial institution to a customer using a checking or savings account.   Monthly maintenance fees are…

12 August 2024 - Ahead of International Youth Day (IYD) on 12th August 2024, the government, through the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, launched National Youth Week in Kisumu on 6th August, with additional regional activities in Eldoret, Murang’a, and Isiolo.…

11 August 2024 - Given the vast number of casinos and the available apps, it can be overwhelming and a challenge to make sure that the best apps are chosen and used.

10 August 2024 - The global pet food industry is estimated to be worth over $125 billion. Tapping into this vast opportunity is South African-born Nhlanhla Dlamini, the founder and CEO of Maneli Pets.

10 August 2024 - Odibets has launched a one-of-a-kind promo dubbed “Omoka na EPL 5G” that is set to see punters on their platform walk away with various prizes from just placing bets. With the 5G symbol standing for Gari, Ganji, Galaxy, Gifts (bonus) and other…

10 August 2024 - 113 Equity Leadership Program scholars have secured admission and scholarships to join 71 global universities located in 22 countries around the world.  Equity Group Foundation (EGF) Executive Chairman Dr. James Mwangi commissioned the airlift of the…

10 August 2024 - Sabipay Technologies, a subsidiary of Pesapal Limited, has been granted a Payments System Business license by the Bank of Zambia. This license empowers Sabipay Technologies to provide a wide array of innovative payment solutions, including online…

10 August 2024 - Liquid Intelligent Technologies has officially launched the first Microsoft Azure Stack in Uganda, providing local businesses with access to cloud solutions that align with local data regulatory requirements. By investing in the country’s first Azure…

10 August 2024 - Kenyan commercial banks are set to begin monitoring substantial cash deposits and transfers, particularly those exceeding KES 1 million, in response to an October 2023 directive from the central bank aimed at combating money laundering and terrorism…

10 August 2024 - Hohm Energy, a South African solar company that raised $8 million in a seed round this February, has now halted operations due to cash flow issues and an inability to meet existing debt obligations. The company has entered a business rescue process,…

10 August 2024 - Jumia’s ($JMIA) share price took a significant hit on Thursday, extending the decline that started on Tuesday after the company reported Q2 2024 revenues of $36.5 million, falling short of analyst expectations of $41.7 million. A recent market rally…

10 August 2024 - Safaricom has announced that its mobile money services M-PESA will be unavailable on Sunday night due to a scheduled system maintenance. “We will be conducting scheduled system maintenance on the night of Sunday, 11th August 2024, from 11pm to 4am on…

09 August 2024 - We can expect faster, more affordable internet, and perhaps even a new era of satellite internet options.

09 August 2024 - NCBA climbed 7 spots to secure the 85th position as one of Africa’s Most Valuable Brands in 2024. This is according to a new report from Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy released recently. NCBA is one of Kenya’s leading…

09 August 2024 - Protect yourself from malware attacks using Google safe browsing.

09 August 2024 - With YouTube introducing a feature similar to X's community notes, you can expect misinformation being tacked on the platform.

09 August 2024 - Here are the venture funding activities we tracked in the Middle East and African region this week – including, Lucky ONE, Blend, TWLM, and Qardy.

09 August 2024 - In the hushed intensity of the 100-metre dash, where each millisecond stretches like an eternity, the naked eye is outmatched.... Source

09 August 2024 - These are the funding deals we tracked in the Asian region this week – including BrainBees Solutions, Visit Health, Mohalla Tech, Unicommerce and Scimplify

09 August 2024 - Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced the official launch of the first Microsoft Azure Stack in Uganda to enable local businesses... Source

09 August 2024 - Exness, one of the largest brokers in the world, has launched a new brand campaign, marking a shift in how it connects with traders, recognizing that trading is fueled by more than just data and product features. The campaign titled “Born to Trade”…

09 August 2024 - I&M Bank has been recognized as the number one bank in the Kenya Banking Consumer Sentiment on Social Media Index 2024 powered by Data EQ. This comprehensive analysis of consumer sentiment towards Kenya’s major banks... The post I&M Bank Tops…

09 August 2024 - Infinix recently hosted the largest CogLabs workshop bringing together more than 200 students at the University of Nairobi.  Themed “Get in Now”, Infinix partnered with UNESCO and Google to provide the students with AI and robotics education through…

09 August 2024 - By Wojtek Piorko, managing director for Africa at Vertiv There’s no doubt, across any industry, that Artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it is here to stay. The use cases for AI are virtually limitless,... The post Powering and Cooling AI and…

09 August 2024 - The East African Development Bank (EADB) has unveiled an ambitious program to bolster the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya. In partnership with Sidian Bank, HF Bank, Development Bank of Kenya (DBK),... The post EADB Launches A…

09 August 2024 - Founders Factory Africa has rebranded to 54 Collective. 54 Collective builds on its exceptional track record of investing in and scaling early-stage ventures in Africa. The new name, 54 Collective, reflects the firm’s ambitious pan-African... The…

09 August 2024 - Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has announced the official launch of the first Microsoft Azure Stack in Uganda. This achievement is a significant milestone for Liquid Uganda as it can now enable local businesses to access... The post Liquid…

08 August 2024 - By implementing strong IAM practices, organizations can protect their data, reduce the risk of security breaches, and comply with data protection regulations.

08 August 2024 - Internet Service Provider (ISP), Mawingu, has today announced the expansion of its services to Bondo in Siaya county. This is the 29th county that the ISP has connected to its network to. Commenting on this,... The post Mawingu is Now Available in…