Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
The UK government has set an ambitious new target to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035 compared to levels in the 1990s. While much of the focus remains on reducing carbon dioxide (CO2), addressing methane emissions could yield…
CES 2025, happening from January 7-10 in Las Vegas, is expected to showcase some of the most exciting advancements in the tech world. With new innovations across graphics, gaming, AI, and automotive technologies, this year’s event promises…
For the first time in history, Tesla has reported an annual drop in vehicle deliveries. In 2024, the EV giant delivered 1.79 million cars, a 1.1% decline compared to the previous year. While the decrease seems small, it marks a turning…
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing its Siri voice assistant of violating users’ privacy. The case, which dates back several years, highlights growing concerns over how tech companies handle…
Safaricom has announced the revised M-Pesa charges for sending and withdrawing money in 2025. With the updated rates, you will notice that Safaricom has harmonized them across all networks. This means that sending money to Airtel Money or…
In a shocking incident that has drawn national attention, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on January 1, 2025, killing one person and injuring seven others. The explosion occurred in the early…
MediaTek has introduced its latest innovation, the Dimensity 8400, a powerhouse chipset designed to elevate smartphone performance across multiple dimensions. Confirmed in a recent press release, the chip’s standout feature is its “All Big…
The tech battle between Google and Microsoft has taken a fresh twist, with Google Chrome’s latest update delivering a blow to Microsoft’s ambitions for its Edge browser. As Chrome continues to dominate the browser market, Microsoft’s…
The Communications Authority of Kenya has raised concerns over the rising number of unlicensed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) operating illegally in the country. This comes amid a surge in demand for internet services driven by remote…
WhatsApp continues to innovate and redefine how we connect with its latest December 2024 update. Packed with exciting new features, this release blends practicality with playfulness, ensuring your chats, calls, and interactions are more…
If the cursor on your Windows laptop doesn’t move when you use the touchpad, ensure you are using only one finger on the tap zone and that the finger is free from dirt, grease, liquids, or food particles. This is one method you can try if…
The Uganda Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has onboarded Hindsight Ventures as a program implementation partner under the support of JICA towards the NINJA Acceleration Program for growth-stage ventures from Uganda. The…
Kenya has taken delivery of six Bayraktar TB2 UCAVs from Turkey. Trainees from Kenya had successfully completed their Bayraktar UCAV training at the Baykar Flight Training Center and graduated back in August 23rd 2024. A UCAV (Unmanned…
Kenya Kwanza, which has the Digital Superhighway, as one of the main anchors of its Bottom- Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), appears to be antagonizing the very ICT investors it needs. In Kenya, at least 82 government critics have…
The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has confirmed that a piece of metal from a space object fell on Kenyan soil. This metallic ring measuring approximately 2.5 meters in diameter and weighing about 500 kg fell at an empty spot in Mukuku Village,…
Uber has announced the launch of Uber Van in Kenya. This is its largest ride option available that riders can get through the Uber app. The option connects riders with vehicles having at least 6 passenger seats. It is perfect if you have a…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) deadline for taxpayer’s to inquire on migration of their VAT and Income Tax Ledger balances from the Legacy System to the iTax System is today. As a result, effective tomorrow, any migrated debit balances…
At the Milimani courts today, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) requested to retain the mobile phones of 23 Kenyans arrested during the anti-abduction protests held in Nairobi yesterday. In its written request, the…
Android 15 has introduced new rules for sideloading apps, changing how users install apps outside of official app stores. While Google claims these changes make your phone safer, they’ve also sparked debates about user freedom and app…
Fans of LG products are set to witness the launch of an exciting new indoor gardening appliance, which allows users to cultivate crops — including vegetables — in indoor spaces with minimal engagement. The unveiling will take place at CES…
Last time when we checked how to convert Safaricom airtime to cash in Kenya, it was in 2023, and we looked at only the apps. These apps, popularly identified as credit-to-cash converters due to their ability to convert airtime to money in…
Ukraine’s leading mobile operator, Kyivstar, has teamed up with Starlink to introduce space-based mobile services, marking a significant step forward in the telecommunications sector. The deal, announced on December 30, 2024, will enable…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is taking a bold leap into the future of social media by developing AI-generated characters. Imagine logging onto Instagram and having a virtual fitness coach who not only posts…
Life can be, and is, challenging and hard because of its daily insecurities and ups and downs, coupled with failures of productivity. But at least we can Netflix and chill. Enjoy. You can Netflix; that one I am sure of. However, I doubt if…
