Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Reaching 1000 followers on TikTok is like hitting a milestone that opens doors to several exciting opportunities on the platform. With 1000 followers, creators gain more visibility and credibility on the platform. They can also meet the…
Prolonged computer work and the free time we spend online live betting, chatting with friends, and watching YouTube afterwards can cause eye fatigue, watery eyes, burning sensation, dryness, overexertion, and pain. Although the visual…
tappi has announced the signing of its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI). Titled the “Sukuma Biz” initiative, the new partnership will enable tappi to deliver a unique…
Saad Kassis Mohamed, leading WeCare, proudly announces a milestone achievement with the successful raise of $350,000 dedicated to accelerating innovation in the lab- grown diamond sector. This significant funding marks a pivotal moment in…
Following the approval of the FY 2023/24 Supplementary Estimates No. 1, the National Assembly required the National Treasury to provide a detailed report on the cash surplus funds held by state-owned corporations in their bank accounts.…
Bolt has selected 120 participants for its Accelerator Program in Kenya. They were selected after an intensive evaluation process as they have innovative ideas and commitment to shaping sustainable transportation solutions making the cut.…
Itel has today announced their latest flagship for 2024 – the itel S24. The itel S24 is a refresh of the flagship S line and succeeds the itel S23 and S23+ smartphones from last year. Itel S24 comes in a slim profile and weighs at 193g. It…
NTT DATA, formerly known as Dimension Data, has urged both private and public institutions across East Africa to reassess their cybersecurity strategies in response to the escalating influence of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI)…
Glovo successfully hosted the third cohort of its Learning and Development Training as part of the Glovo Academy program for partners in Kenya. This initiative, organized in collaboration with the Ongoza Institute—an accelerator for…
Kenyan startup Twiga Foods has a new CEO. Charles Ballard, who has previously served as the CEO for Jumia Kenya, takes up the role from 1st of May 2024. His appointment comes after Twiga Foods‘ founder Peter Njonjo quit the firm’s board.…
Twiga Foods has today announced the appointment of Charles Ballard as its new CEO. Charles was previously the CEO of Jumia Kenya, a position he has held for just one year. He has over 15 years of experience with 9 of those in the Kenyan…
A collaboration between Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, and South Africa-based IT services and solutions company, TechAccess, is growing the presence of both companies in the region,…
There were an estimated 4.89 billion social media users worldwide at the end of 2023. This active digital space changes radically due to regulations, competition and advancement in technology. In the month of April, some significant…
Chowdeck, a Nigerian on-demand delivery service has secured $2.5 million in seed funding from a number of investors. Founded in October 2021, Chowdeck currently has more than 3,000 riders and 500,000 users on its platform. It operates in 8…
Kenya Immigration department has suspended passport application and collection. The suspension of services is due to a technical hitch that is affecting the department’s system. “We regret to inform our clients that we are currently…
April was an eventful month across the African startup ecosystem. In Kenya, one major B2B startup announced a shutdown of services. However, there was good news elsewhere as E-mobility startup BasiGo secured more funding while Bolt Kenya…
Like its rival, X, Meta is paying some people when they post on Threads, the company’s text-based social network. Outside of X, Threads is becoming a major player and just reported that it had 150 million monthly active users and now Meta…
The OPPO Reno11 F 5G is the latest entrant in the competitive midrange smartphone market in the country. OPPO Reno11 F is the smaller sibling in the new Reno11 lineup and it is relatively affordable at 50K but is it worth it? There are…
Phone manufacturer OPPO recently launched its newest flagship, the Oppo Reno11 F 5G, in the Kenyan market. The OPPO Reno11 F 5G is available for purchase across all OPPO Stores country wide, OPPO Kenya Website and eCommerce platforms at a…
Jumia has announced the availability of Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency satellite internet on its platform in Kenya. Starlink services have been available in Kenya since 2023. Those interested could buy the kits directly from Starlink…
Kubik has announced the completion of $5.2 million seed funding round. The seed round makes Kubik the first Ethiopian company to raise a multi-million dollar investment in climate and sustainability solutions. Investors in the round…
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has published a report of the food and grocery delivery platforms in Kenya. The report reveals that Glovo is the most preferred app for online food delivery at 33%. The report indicates that 23% of…
Africa Data Centres, a division of the Cassava Technologies group, has announced the launch of its exclusive channel partner programme, ADC Channel. This programme is designed to establish colocation and ecosystem partnerships, empowering…
This week TEMS Africa organized their annual ICT expo from 25-26th April at Sarit Centre. Various industry players got a chance to showcase their innovations to the world. In addition, there were panels held over the two days, where…
