Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Google announced that it has expanded the coverage of its AI-powered wildfire tracking tool across 15 new countries across the world including Kenya. This comes after the tech company was able to map over 40 incidents in southern Europe…
As outlined in Section 10 of KNEC Act No. 29 of 2012, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is mandated to Set and maintain examinations standards, administering national exams at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels and…
Summary Kenya’s EV sector is set for growth following the $20 million investment into local manufacturer, Afrigreen Automobile, by Chinese EV manufacturer, Chery. Acording to Afrigreen Automobile, the funding will be used to set up an…
Remember in May, ChatGPT maker OpenAI, did a demo of a voice tool which Scarlett Johansson slammed for sounding like her. The release was delayed without an explanation. Now, the company has begun rolling out Voice Mode to a select number…
Infinix is set to add to its widely acclaimed Note 40 series with the new Infinix Note 40X 5G that launches internationally on August 5th. With the launch date drawing closer, the tech firm has confirmed the Note 40X price range as well as…
In Kenya, mobile money interoperability has been a game-changer in the financial landscape, enhancing inclusion and economic growth. By allowing seamless transactions between different mobile money providers, it has broken down barriers…
The Windows system has obviously been in trouble for the last few weeks highlighted mostly by the huge outage experienced last week. But it seems that has not deterred the team at Microsoft from working on new features with one reported to…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened application for those seeking to pursue academic programmes offered at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). This application period is open for the…
On July 25, 2024, the High Court temporarily blocked the government’s plan to introduce the Maisha card, the new 3rd generation ID, following a legal challenge by Haki na Sheria Initiative. “The Court is satisfied that based on the latest…
Starlink kits in Kenya are now cheaper by 34.07 in Kenya after a price drop offer that is set to last until August 14. SpaceX the company that owns the Satellite internet service provider has dropped prices from the current KES 45,500 to…
Everything You Need to Know About the PDF Format The PDF (Portable Document Format) has become essential in the digital world for presenting and sharing documents. What is a PDF file? This article covers its history, purpose, unique…
Social Media platform X, has removed the grey checkmark on Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro’s handle. This action follows a disputed election that has left the South American country in crisis. Elvis Amoroso, the head of the National…
Microsoft is looking into yet another widespread outage that is limiting access to some Microsoft 365 and Azure services. The tech giant acknowledged a global network infrastructure issue is impacting access to its Azure cloud platform.…
Healthcare consulting firm Salient Advisory has launched its latest market intelligence report, focusing on 24 leading Africa-focused supply chain innovators which appear to be on the cusp of more substantive impact. Funded by the Gates…
Here are short descriptions of seven of them. Whether you’re a seasoned trader, a crypto enthusiast, or just curious about the buzz, these seven facts will give you a fresh perspective on the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange. 1.…
Standard Chartered has released its Global Market Outlook for the second half (H2) of 2024, providing its investment strategy and key themes for navigating global markets. The report, compiled by the Bank’s Wealth Solutions Chief…
July has been a cold month marked by the continuation of Youth protests across Kenya. However, the startup scene continues to push on. The month was had mergers and acquisitions that illustrated the strong relantionship between Nigeria and…
If you are a startup founder or have a startup idea, this is your chance to get support from Antler Nairobi. This was shared on LinkedIn by Marie Nielsen, a partner at Antler Africa. The statement reads in part, “Antler Nairobi is looking…
d.light achieved its highest ever quarterly revenue and profits in Q2 2024, the company announced today. Consecutive record-breaking monthly revenue figures in May and June, combined with improved operational efficiencies, led to Q2 2024…
NCBA has scrapped the monthly fees it charges its retail banking customers. The bank has announced that the changes came into effect on 1st July 2024. These changes will affect existing current account products and new products applicable…
Social media platform X, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, for a few hours suspended the White Dudes for Harris account. The suspension, which lasted for about 3 hours, raised uproar online. Eerily, the suspension comes at the back of…
WhatsApp is set to introduce a new feature that lets users react to messages by simply double-tapping on the bubble. This is a feature that has become a staple for other social media platforms like Instagram that also lets you react on the…
The 30th Summer Olympics games are ongoing in France capital city of Paris. 15,000 athletes from across the world are expected to take part in the month-long event. During this period, Paris usually one of the most visited cities annually,…
Kenya Airways has made network adjustments to five key African destinations to optimize operations during the peak season. “In light of the current market landscape and as part of our Business Continuity Plan, we have made the strategic…
