Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Embark on a journey through the intricate evolution of the Android platform, a testament to innovation and technological prowess. Originating from the visionary minds at Android Inc., the platform saw its genesis in 2003, with subsequent…
Watu Credit has today been awarded a Client Protection Certification in recognition of their long-standing commitment to client protection by the Microfinanza Rating (MFR) Certification Committee. The recognition was awarded to both Watu…
The Youth Digital Readiness Index report for Eastern Africa is now out for 2023. The index by digital transformation and innovation management company Qhala showcases how the youth population is digitally ready across Eastern Africa With a…
Bolt has announced the expansion of its services to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Bolt currently has over 200 drivers ready to start providing services through its platform in Kinshasa. The capital has limited private…
Flutterwave now has new executives. The African payments technology company has appointed a new chairman and non-executive director. Flutterwave which was launched in 2016 and through its APIs, builds customizable payments applications for…
Flapmax has announced the launch of its Women in AI (WAI) Generative AI Fellowship program as part of its FAI Institute initiative. The program aims to empower women in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and drive innovation in AI…
AI promises to make our jobs easier, our work more productive, and our businesses more valuable. In fact, new research from Slack finds that 80% of employees using generative AI tools are experiencing a boost in productivity — and that’s…
Last year Spotify Daylist was launched in a few select markets and we finally have it in kenya. Spotify Daylist has seen a search spike of 17,000% and has captured the attention of music lovers across the world offering a…
itel has officially unveiled the P55 series of smartphones headlined by the P55 Plus in Kenya. This is the company’s latest smartphone and packs quite the specs. Itel P55 Plus has a 6.6-inch LCD screen with a 90hz refresh rate and…
There has been positive growth in terms of subscriptions especially 5G in the country according to recent data from the telecommunications regulatory body, CA Kenya. Second quarter sector statistics report financial year 2023/2024 shows…
Imagine a remote that is small enough to fit anywhere but unleashes the power and experience that can only be anticipated for the future… Imagine a remote that uses no disposable batteries but harnesses the power of the sun to operate……
In 2023 African venture capital (VC) managed to raise $3.5bn from 547 deals which was a significant downturn. Year-on-year, total funding and deal count declined by 46% and 28% respectively. This downturn marks a significant phase in the…
Streaming giant Spotify is now adding a new option to listening to music on its app besides just audio. Spotify is adding music videos to its apps – both smartphone, desktop and TV apps. You can now be able to watch the music videos in…
The African tech startup ecosystem has seen tremendous growth and innovation, positioning itself as a key player in driving economic development and encouraging entrepreneurship in Africa. Recently, Mozilla Africa launched a Comprehensive…
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UPDATE: The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bill that could potentially ban TikTok or force its divestment from ByteDance. It passed with 352 votes supporting it and 65 members voting against it. “We are hopeful that the…
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre has launched a mentorship program for women pursuing technology studies at universities. The first cohort of the initiative, called Women Inspiring and Nurturing Students (WINS), brings together…
Gavi in partnership with Seedstars, announces INFUSE 2024 a global call for applications for innovations, to bolster health systems against climate threats and enhance immunization delivery. Apply at https://seedsta.rs/INFUSE2024. INFUSE,…
The Super Bowl is the final of the NFL season. Of course, you can place your bet 1xBet on all editions of this game too. Since it’s a final, you need a winner, meaning that in case things end in a tie, it is necessary to break it. To…
When it comes to buying smartphones, the sweet spot if you’re under a tight budget is in the 25K range in Kenya – a little under or over. Tech companies have realized this and their budget smartphones under 25K come packed with value…
Summary Standard Bank has announced the investment of R300 million (over $16 million) into South Africa’s car subscription company, Planet42. The investment is broken down into two with R50 million in equity and a R250 million credit…
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre has launched a mentorship program dubbed Women Inspiring and Nurturing Students (WINS) for women pursuing technology studies at universities. The first cohort of the initiative brings together…
The Reno11 and the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ are the latest midrange smartphones from OPPO and Xiaomi that were launched in late January and early February this year respectively. OPPO has the base Reno11 and Reno11 Pro available in the country…
Infinix is bringing its latest midrange smartphone later this month – the Note 40 series. The Note 40 series is bringing ultrafast charging to the midrange lineup with the launch planned at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia.…
In the dynamic world of transportation and finance, strategic partnerships often pave the way for groundbreaking innovation. One such partnership that has been making waves is the collaboration between Uber and Moove, a Lagos-based…
