Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Today marks M-PESA’s 18th anniversary, a significant milestone for the Safaricom PLC-owned mobile money platform. Now considered an adult under Kenyan law, M-PESA has seen remarkable growth and achievements over the past 18 years. Since…
Standard Chartered has announced a partnership with Village Capital to continue and expand its Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan. Part of Futuremakers by Standard Chartered (Futuremakers),…
Kenyan electric vehicle manufacturer BasiGo is set to expand its operations in Rwanda with the delivery of 28 new electric buses. The first batch is en route and expected to arrive in Kigali next month, with the aim of enhancing both city…
A new ransomware variant, dubbed Boramae, has been identified by cybersecurity researchers, posing a significant threat to Windows-based systems. First observed on March 4, Boramae employs advanced encryption techniques and exhibits…
Konza Technopolis in partnership with the Kenya Film Commission (KFC) will train 100 2D and 3D animators in Virtual Production with focus on Virtual Studios, Extended Reality (XR) and Augmented Reality (AR). “This training initiative…
LoftyInc Capital Management has announced the first close of $43m for its new LoftyInc Alpha Fund, a late-seed focused investment vehicle that will drive growth for Africa’s most promising tech startups across key geographies, including…
SEACOM has announced its latest partnership with Q-KON, a satellite engineering enterprise for Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaboration will enhance the SEACOM low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services, which have been offered in…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is preparing to launch a formal inquiry into the allegations of online child sexual exploitation on TikTok. In a report published on March 3, 2025, the BBC alleged that TikTok is generating…
Electric bus company, BasiGo, has announced plans to expand its operations in Rwanda with the addition of 28 new electric buses. The first batch is expected to arrive in Kigali next month and will serve both city and inter-city routes.…
Another internet disruption has struck the East Coast of Africa due to a submarine cable cut. This latest incident, affecting the 15,000 km Pakistan and East Africa Connecting Europe (PEACE) cable, was initially reported two days ago.…
Apple has introduced the latest iteration of its Mac Studio, positioning it as the most powerful Mac to date. This new release features the advanced M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips, delivering unprecedented performance. M4 Max: Enhanced…
Earlier this week, Infinix officially unveiled its latest smartphone series, the Infinix Note 50 and Note 50 Pro. Both models have the same 6.78-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2436 pixels. They also have up to 144Hz…
Apple is reportedly developing a foldable iPhone, aiming for a 2026 release, as reported by renowned industry insider Ming Chi Kuo. This device is expected to feature a self-healing display, addressing durability concerns common in current…
Reddit has announced a major policy change aimed at curbing the spread of harmful material. The company will now issue warnings to users who consistently upvote content that violates its policies, with an initial focus on violent content.…
LG has unveiled the ARTCOOL AI Air, an advanced cooling and heating solution designed to deliver optimal indoor comfort, sophisticated style and convenient usability. Equipped with LG’s advanced AI Core-Tech, this impressive residential…
OPPO has announced its enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, positioning itself as a leader in AI experiences by delivering comprehensive, secure, and continuously evolving AI solutions at OPPO AI Tech Summit during MWC2025.…
Vertiv and Tecogen have announced a collaboration that enables Vertiv to offer Tecogen’s advanced natural gas-powered chiller technology to data centres worldwide, addressing power constraints and facilitating the deployment of AI at…
Because of the increasing use of online services, growing concerns about cyber threats, and enhanced privacy, people and businesses are trying to run their online activities securely. A VPN proxy is one of the best possible solutions to…
Infinix has announced the availability of the Infinix GT20 pro on pre-order in Kenya. The phone was officially launched in April 2024 and never made its way to Kenya. it is strange to see the company launch it in Kenya almost a year after…
Remember Digg? If you were online in the early 2000s, you might recall how it revolutionized news sharing. Founded in 2004 by Kevin Rose, Digg let users upvote (“dig”) or downvote (“bury”) stories, helping surface the most interesting…
Safaricom has handed over a brand-new Suzuki Alto to the third and final grand prize winner of the just-concluded ‘Wai Ndai’ Challenge. 29-year-old Joseph Kinyua from Wangige, Kiambu County, emerged as the final winner of the 3-month…
Flightradar24, a global flight tracking service, is facing a Dedicated Denial of Service attack (DDOS). The online platform offers real-time tracking of thousands of aircraft worldwide. However, it has been experiencing a sustained attack…
SK Telecom has partnered with Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, at the Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC25). The partners will collaborate on mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems for…
Infinix has officially launched its latest smartphone lineup, the Note 50 series, in global markets. The new series introduces two models, the Infinix Note 50 Pro and Note 50, offering decent performance, stylish design, and upgraded…
