Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
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…
The government of Kenya’s tax on mobile money transactions is one of the highest in the African continent. First introduced in 2012, government taxes on transaction fees started at 10% and were increased to 12% in 2018. After the…
In an increasingly digital world, women are still less likely than men to own a mobile phone and use key services, such as mobile money. However, M-Pesa, a mobile money platform serving more than 59 million customers across Africa has…
Uwe Kemmer, Director, EMEA Field Engineering at Western Digital Since the first professional football match in 1863, the popular game has been based on grit, determination, and passion. In recent years, technology has brought significant…
Over the past few years, Africa has witnessed the growth in e-commerce. Businesses both large and small have adapted e-commerce either wholesomely or in a hybrid setup. That means some traditional brick-and-mortar stores have set up…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has refused to renew Bolt’s operating license citing alleged breaches that include illegal commission charges and booking fees. This decision deals a significant blow to the Estonian-based…
The tech industry has long been challenged to step up its efforts in bringing more ladies into the sector. MTN Uganda part of the MTN Group has risen to the challenge. Currently, the Ugandan Telco has women at 51% of its workforce proving…
Trading is becoming increasingly popular in Kenya, and for good reason. With recent developments in the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) indicating the return of foreign investors, a net foreign equity inflow worth KSh130 million…
Kenya’s biggest telecommunication company Safaricom let go of 33 members of staff in the financial year ended in March 2023. In its latest sustainability report, the telco has disclosed the staff were let go due to corruption and fraud…
In an ever-evolving business landscape, the demands of modern professionals on the move have shifted dramatically. Gone are the days when business travelers relied solely on heavy laptops and printed documents. In today’s world, technology…
How to Boost YouTube Views? With millions of videos being uploaded on YouTube on a daily basis (by various Content Creators all over the world), learning proven ways to increase views on your content is the only way for you to stand out…
OPPO’s recently unveiled smartphone, the Reno 10 5G, has finally received the September 2023 Android Security patch. This phone was unveiled in Kenya last month and is available in stores for Ksh 56,000. The latest update with the…
TLcom Capital, the Africa-focused venture capital firm, has officially announced its fifth annual Africa Tech Female Founder Summit, which will be held on Tuesday 14th November 2022 in Lagos, Nigeria. The headline session will feature a…
Kenya’s parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee on Worldcoin operations has released its report. The committee was established on 15 August 2023 to investigate Worldcoin’s activities in the country. Worldcoin is a cryptocurrency firm whose…
A significant breakthrough for Kenyan detectives has led to the apprehension of 11 suspects. The suspects are linked to a high-level motor vehicle registration fraud within the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). This operation…
Soundbars have become a vital addition to most of us in Kenya. They provide good audio experience for many who want the best for their homes. They enhance the audio quality, providing a cinematic experience right in the comfort of our…
Email compromise still accounts for around 90 percent of breaches that occur within business on a daily basis, something that, in most instances, can be blamed on user error. “New and evolving threats are landing in users’ mailboxes daily,…
Today, Sylvia Mulinge officially marks one year as Chief Executive Officer MTN Uganda. Her appointment last year made a mark as she is the telco’s first female CEO. Sylvia’s tenure has been successful so far. MTN Uganda has kept up with…
The Uganda Communications Commission(UCC), has closed down 6 Ugandan radio stations. The commission closed the radio stations for “repeated failure’ to obtain a valid broadcasting license. “According to section 26(1) of the Act, a person…
X is gearing up to train its AI and thus will be collecting more of your data. xAI will rely on data from your posts on the platform and information you share via Direct Messages (DMs). “How you interact with others on the platform, such…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) yesterday officially joined the Pan African Payments and Settlement System (PAPSS). This is a step expected to ease trade and financial transactions between Kenyans and the rest of the continent. Cabinet…
Maryanne Kitany, a Member of Parliament representing Aldai, has introduced a motion in the National Assembly. The motion advocates for government regulation of internet billing by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) through the Ministry of…
It is now more convenient and easier to load money on your Airtel Money wallet directly from M-PESA without requiring a withdrawal code. Here are detailed step on how to send money from MPESA to Airtel money and from Airtel Money to MPESA.…
Recent Namibian oil discoveries have brought the country to the attention of major global oil companies, with implications that the country may be due for a significant oil boom in the coming years, as outlined by Energy Capital & Power,…
