Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Kenya’s mobile money ecosystem is experiencing remarkable growth, with subscriptions reaching 45.36 million, a 7.2% increase from the previous year. The latest Sector Statistics report by the Communications Authority indicate how deeply…
Egyptian agri-fintech startup AgriCash has announced the close of a seed funding round led by Alex Angels. The startup has not disclosed the amount raised but said it will be used to scale operations across Egypt and beyond. The startup…
TikTok hosted its inaugural Digital Well-being Summit in Johannesburg, bringing together policymakers, mental health experts, NGOs, and industry leaders across Sub-Saharan Africa. Delegates from South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana,…
The continent of Africa is facing a rise in cybercrime activities, and Kenya is right at the centre of this vice. As Western and Eastern African economies become increasingly digital, cyberthreats have surged, now accounting for over 30%…
The cybersecurity space in Kenya has witnessed a huge escalation in threats during Q3 of the 2024/2025 financial year, with detected cyber threats soaring to 2.54 billion. Communications Authority reported that this is a 201.7% increase…
Faiba, the Kenyan internet service provider operated by Jamii Telecommunications Limited (JTL), is currently offering the best fixed internet performance in the country. The ISP leads in Wi-Fi quality and download speeds at 33.1 Mbps. It…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has released the latest Sector Statistics Report for Q1 2025 (January–March). Total mobile (SIM) subscriptions reached a record 76.16 million. This is a 6.7% rise from the previous quarter. This…
Due to the iTax system challenges experienced today, the tax return filing deadline, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has extended the deadline to July 5th. Taxpayers can physically visit any KRA tax service centre nationwide between 8 AM…
Pesalink has signed an MOU with the Fintech Alliance to enhance collaboration between Kenya’s banking and fintech sectors. The aim of this is to accelerate fast payments and foster network interoperability. The MoU outlines joint efforts…
Intron’s Sahara suite is setting a new global standard in voice AI technology. This voice platform is reshaping how African institutions capture, process, and respond to voice data. Unlike global tools that stumble over local accents,…
Airtel Kenya’s Quality of Service has been improving since 2020. In that period, the telco’s score has jumped by about 14% to reach the current level. Unfortunately for Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telco by subscriber base, its performance…
Google is bringing its Gemini-powered Inbox Cleanup feature to the web version of Gmail, giving users a smarter way to manage cluttered inboxes. Previously only available on mobile, the tool allows users to clear out unnecessary emails…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)’s eTIMS Fuel Station System takes effect today, June 30, 2025. All fuel stations are required to integrate with KRA either directly or through approved third-party providers listed on the KRA website. This…
Facebook is quietly introducing a powerful new AI feature that could give it deeper access to your phone than ever before. The platform is now prompting users, especially when creating stories, to enable a setting called “cloud…
Microsoft has officially confirmed Windows 11 version 25H2 as the next major update to its desktop operating system. Slated for release in fall 2025, this update follows Microsoft’s recent strategy of iterative improvements instead of a…
Infinix has stealthily launched the Hot 60i in Bangladesh without the usual fanfare, indicating the start of its new Hot 60 smartphone series. The device appeared on retailer websites with no official announcement, suggesting that the…
The growth of e-commerce platforms and the continued integration of commerce into major social media platforms, like TikTok, is creating a new challenge for Kenyan consumers. Today, it is estimated that one out of every five products sold…
Gmail, Google’s email service used by over 1.8 billion people, has finally rolled out a new feature to help you manage your subscriptions. According to Google’s blog post, “When you unsubscribe from a sender in ‘Manage subscriptions’,…
The West African country of Togo is restricting access to major social media platforms. This action by authorities follows Thursday’s protests in the capital, Lomé, where hundreds of citizens blocked roads demanding the resignation of…
As Kenya’s digital economy matures, cybercriminals are taking notice and targeting businesses across the country – with significant financial consequences. In April 2024, Equity Bank faced a significant cyber incident that resulted in in…
Microsoft is officially retiring one of its most recognizable symbols of computer failure, the Blue Screen of Death. Commonly known as the BSOD, the blue error screen has been a fixture of Windows operating systems since 1985. It would…
Xiaomi has unveiled its new AI-powered smart glasses, making its first step into the wearable tech space. Revealed during the company’s “Human × Car × Home” event in China, the Xiaomi AI Glasses are designed to merge fashion with…
Google is once again rolling out its AI-powered ‘Ask Photos’ feature, this time with a much-needed speed boost. After pausing the initial launch in early June due to performance issues and user interface concerns, the company has made key…
Nigerian HR tech startup PaidHR is tackling Africa’s HR automation gap with all-in-one HR software, cross-border payroll, and financial wellness tools tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises across the continent. If you have a…
