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Record Ten-Billion-Dollar Reserves Drive New Demand for Kenyan ETFs
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Record Ten-Billion-Dollar Reserves Drive New Demand for Kenyan ETFs

Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves have crossed the ten-billion-dollar mark for the first time in history. This milestone, recently confirmed by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), is not just a fiscal headline but a signal of strong economic…

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How to Add Your Company Email to Gmail
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How to Add Your Company Email to Gmail

Managing multiple inboxes is a productivity killer, especially when you’re juggling your personal Gmail and a company email hosted elsewhere. Fortunately, Gmail allows you to link your work email so you can receive and send messages from a…

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HAVAÍC Secures $25M in Second Close of $50M African Innovation Fund
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HAVAÍC Secures $25M in Second Close of $50M African Innovation Fund

South African venture capital firm HAVAÍC has announced the second close of its $50 million African Innovation Fund 3, securing $25 million in fresh commitments. This raise was led by a landmark investment from Sanlam Multi-Manager with…

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Phishing Now Africa’s Leading Cyber Threat, ESET Warns
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Phishing Now Africa’s Leading Cyber Threat, ESET Warns

Phishing has overtaken other attack methods to become Africa’s most prevalent cyber threat. It now accounts for 31% of all cyber incidents across the continent. This isl above the global average of 28%. This was revealed by ESET in its…

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How KCB M-Pesa Fixed Savings Account Works in 2025
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How KCB M-Pesa Fixed Savings Account Works in 2025

For those looking to stash away money for at least a year, the KCB M-Pesa Fixed Savings Account provides a secure way to save while earning some of the most competitive interest rates available in the country. Offered through a partnership…

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Uber Boda Upgrades Motorcycle Safety and Reliability in Kenya
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Uber Boda Upgrades Motorcycle Safety and Reliability in Kenya

Uber has upgraded its motorcycle ride-hailing service, Uber Boda, by introducing new safety technologies and professional driver training. These upgrades aim to set higher standards for safety and reliability in Kenya’s boda boda industry.…

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How to Lock Apps Without Secure Folder on Samsung and Android Phones
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How to Lock Apps Without Secure Folder on Samsung and Android Phones

Many Android and Samsung users want a simple way to lock individual apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, or Gallery, without relying on Samsung’s Secure Folder, which can be bulky and restrictive. One of our readers, Meshack Mahugu, recently…

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Tanzania Bans Foreigners from Key Tech and Business Sectors
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Tanzania Bans Foreigners from Key Tech and Business Sectors

A sweeping new order by the Tanzania government, published on July 28 2025 under the Business Licensing Act (Cap.101), has been a point of contention and conversation across the East African region and beyond. While key sectors like…

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TransUnion Urges Borrowers to Monitor Credit Health with Nipashe App
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TransUnion Urges Borrowers to Monitor Credit Health with Nipashe App

Kenya’s digital lending landscape is seeing a rise in loan defaults among borrowers. This can be attributed to the current economic environment among other factors. This is rampant among younger and first-time credit users. According to…

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NTSA Rolls Out New Duty Update Requirements for Vehicle Owners
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NTSA Rolls Out New Duty Update Requirements for Vehicle Owners

If you own a car or motorcycle in Kenya, you’ve got some paperwork to tackle. The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) wants every vehicle owner to get their duty records and tax status sorted out. NTSA Director General George…

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Meta Reportedly Working To Launch Its First Smartwatch
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Meta Reportedly Working To Launch Its First Smartwatch

Mark Zuckerberg’s company, Meta, is reportedly working to develop its first smartwatch, a project that had been abandoned since 2022. According to reports, the smartwatch is now set for a September 2025 launch, sporting features like…

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Meet Who-Fi, The AI System That Can Identify You Using Wi-Fi
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Meet Who-Fi, The AI System That Can Identify You Using Wi-Fi

A new AI-powered system called Who-Fi can identify and track individuals using only Wi-Fi signals; no cameras, phones, or wearable devices are required. Developed by researchers at La Sapienza University of Rome, the system analyzes how a…

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Why PayPal Has Put Your Money on Hold
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Why PayPal Has Put Your Money on Hold

You’ve definitely come here because PayPal has put your money on hold, and we won’t keep you for long, as you’re trying to find a solution. If you’re new to selling online and using PayPal to receive payments, don’t be surprised if you…

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PayPal M-PESA Web Link To Be Permanently Shut Down on August 16
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PayPal M-PESA Web Link To Be Permanently Shut Down on August 16

Kenyan PayPal users were treated to good news last week regarding Safaricom’s new update on the M-PESA app, bringing the ability to directly make PayPal withdrawals. The move, although anticipated for years, was a welcome one as it will…

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Visa Launches First African Data Centre in South Africa
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Visa Launches First African Data Centre in South Africa

Visa has opened its first data centre in Africa. The data centre is located in Johannesburg and is part of a 1 billion rand ($57 million) investment in South Africa over the next three years. According to Michael Berner, Visa’s Head of…

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RESPECT Sets a New Standard for EdTech in Africa
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RESPECT Sets a New Standard for EdTech in Africa

RESPECT, a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for Education, was announced last week during the STEMtastic Adventures! Africa symposium. RESPECT was developed by the Spix Foundation to make it easy for Africa’s EdTech stakeholders to…

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