Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
BYD Set to Launch its Electric Vehicles in Zambia in Partnership With PEM (Pilatus Electric Mobility Zambia Limited). Through this partnership, PEM will now be called BYD Zambia. In Zambia, BYD plans to sell three vehicle models that…
When AMD first came out with their Zen Architecture in 2017, they rebranded to Ryzen. They changed the naming scheme of each of their CPUs to better suit their new brand. It has mostly stayed the same until last year when they changed the…
By Hannes Wessels, Binance Country Head for South Africa The rise of digital assets in Africa marks a significant shift in the continent’s financial landscape, offering both promising opportunities and inherent risks. As cryptocurrencies…
A lot of education was forced to move online during the COVID pandemic, and a lot of that rapidly-made infrastructure has been maintained, and its use continued. As such, a lot of modern education organizations are continuing to use Google…
With an annual gambling revenue of $300 Million, it’s clear to see why Kenya is one of the most-sought after markets for many investors throughout the world. Despite its overall attractiveness, Kenya still holds a tight barrier to entry…
Binance has pledged USD 100,000 in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) to help communities in Kenya struggling due to recent challenges, including the severe floods earlier this year. This six-month program, running from…
Nokia Lumia 1020 signature design elements, particularly the circular camera module, are expected to be brought back. The original Lumia 1020 was known for its large, circular camera housing with the powerful PureView camera system. The…
NALA has been granted an IMTO licence from the Bank of Uganda. The IMTO license will enable us to integrate directly with mobile money services and enable users to conveniently pay into local mobile wallets, empowering us to deliver more…
Red Hat has announced it has collaborated with Nationwide Building Society to build and scale its new Business Integration Platform (BIP) to improve customer engagement for 16 million members. Red Hat OpenShift, the industry’s leading…
Infinix, the smartphone brand, is steadily gaining ground in the smartphone market. The brand saw its global shipments grow by 18.8% year-over-year in the second quarter (Q2) of 2024. Based on IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker…
Kenya is emerging as one of the leading Global Business Services (GBS) market destinations and a source of digital jobs attracting more than $500 million in revenues annually.
Canon Central and North Africa proudly commemorated the 10th anniversary of its Miraisha programme, celebrating a decade of transformative impact and achievements across Africa. The milestone event, titled “10 Years of Miraisha”,…
Smartphones help us stay connected, keep us in touch, empower work on the go and so much more, but the more we rely on our phones, the more important a reliable, robust smartphone connection is. That’s why OPPO has created the next…
Microsoft will host a cybersecurity conference this month in response to the disastrous CrowdStrike software update. The planned September conference will dig into details to discuss the changes after the CrowdStrike outage. CrowdStrike…
Equipped with advanced artificial intelligence and self-driving technology, Nadia robots navigates the dining area with precision, avoiding obstacles and ensuring that each order is delivered accurately and efficiently.
On 27 August 2024, Bayobab Kenya officially launched its National Long Distance (NLD) fibre network phase 2 which runs from Mombasa to Malaba and Busia primarily along the metre gauge railway line. The NLD 2 launch by the tier 2 Network…
A US federal court has ordered Nigerian businessman, Dozy Mmobuosi, to pay more than $250 million in fines and barred him from serving as a director of a public company. This ruling by Judge Jesse M Furman follows charges brought by the US…
Android 15 introduces a stunning array of new features, including the innovative “Private Space.” This powerful addition allows users to secure their most sensitive apps and files, keeping them safe from unauthorized access. With an extra…
Realme Note 60 was announced and released on Aug 30, 2024. The phone supports GSM, HSPA, and LTE networks, ensuring reliable connectivity. Body Design Realme Note 60 measures 167.3 mm in height, 76.7 mm in width, and 7.8 mm in thickness.…
Absa Bank Kenya has announced the launch of a new Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) campaign themed “Invested in Your Story” that emphasizes moving beyond simply delivering competitive solutions and services to a deeper understanding…
How to Make Money on Threads: Turning Your Threads into Profits If you use the Instagram app, you probably get a pop-up notification to install Threads, the newest social media platform from Meta. But did you know that you could also earn…
VC4A has announced that it will co-host the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (#AESIS2024) on November 28-29, 2024 in Cape Town. Now in its 11th year, the Summit remains Africa’s premier gathering for early stage investors seeking an…
Chpter, the AI-powered conversational commerce platform that enables businesses to sell more on social platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram, announced today that it has secured $1.2 million in their Pre-Seed round. The round was led by…
By: Phyllis Migwi, Country Manager,and Dr Girmaw Abebe Tadesse. After years of drought, the sudden arrival of heavy rain that began in Kenya late last year seemed like a long-awaited turn in fortune. However, as the rain continued to fall,…
