Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
NTT DATA has released new research showing that enterprise AI is outgrowing the architecture and infrastructure beneath it as data privacy and sovereignty requirements tighten. The research finds a widening split between enterprises that…
More than a decade after its famed Google Glass failure, Google is going to try again with smart glasses. The glasses will go on sale sometime in autumn and feature a small camera in the frames and small speakers in the arms, allowing…
Arsenal, the North London-based football team, are now champions of England, having won the English Premier League (EPL). This feat comes after 22 years of waiting and is one that has some significant meaning in the world of social media.…
An ambitious push to position East Africa as a global artificial intelligence powerhouse officially kicked off in Nairobi on Tuesday with the opening of the inaugural AI Everything Kenya × GITEX at the Sarit Expo Centre. The three-day…
Social media giant TikTok says it banned a total of 108,752 Kenyan accounts from the platform for violating its policy. The fourth quarter community guideline report by the firm indicate that out of the banned accounts, 93,704 accounts…
Samsung is doubling down on the midrange smartphone market in Kenya with the launch of the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37. The company is positioning both devices as accessible tools for content creation powered by AI and advanced camera…
An ambitious new chapter in East Africa’s quest to assert digital sovereignty, advance critical infrastructure, and chart its own AI destiny is officially underway as AI EVERYTHING KENYA X GITEX KENYA, East Africa’s largest tech and AI…
Back in April, Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) launched its contactless payment wearables in Kenya in partnership with Mastercard. These allow you to complete transactions without your phone or card. The bank’s NFC-enabled wearable devices let…
Kenya’s taxman has a new face at the top. On May 18, 2026, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi appointed former Industrialization Cabinet Secretary Adan Mohamed as the new Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).…
Most discussions about cryptocurrency growth revolve around Bitcoin, blockchain upgrades, institutional adoption, or emerging digital assets. Investors often spend their time researching new projects, comparing market opportunities, and…
Following the successful integration of 49 Kenyan startups into its portfolio, develoPPP Ventures is proud to announce the opening of Cohort 11. Innovative early-stage startups in Kenya are invited to apply for EUR 100K in non-dilutive…
TikTok removed more than 93,700 accounts in Kenya in Q4 2025 after suspecting they belonged to children under 13. They were banned as accounts opened or used by minors violate the platform’s own policies. According to the company, “TikTok…
You know how Android phones keep running out of storage? Even after deleting photos, uninstalling unused apps, clearing WhatsApp, and backing up your camera roll to Google Photos, you still end up seeing the “Storage Almost Full” warning…
Kenya is positioning itself to become Africa’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency hub, with regulators and industry players calling for balanced regulations that encourage innovation while protecting investors. Speaking at the Kenya…
A High Court ruling in Nairobi has put every company that collects personal data on notice, and the lesson is not about fines. It is about who owns the problem when your systems fail. The case, Constitutional Petition E095 of 2026,…
Visa has released a new white paper exploring how privacy and security perceptions shape the way women entrepreneurs engage with digital financial services (DFS). The report, titled Privacy and Security for Women-Led SMBs in Digital…
4G Capital has been named one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies in the Financial Times rankings for 2026. The micro and small enterprise-focused lender placed 77th overall on the FT Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2026 list,…
NCBA Bank has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Salvador Caetano Kenya Limited to roll out a new Asset Financing Scheme aimed at expanding access to both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and electric…
Absa Bank has been recognised as the Best Retail Bank in Kenya by the Global Banking and Finance Review 2026, reflecting the bank’s continued investment in customer experience, digital innovation and segment-led banking solutions. This…
Equity Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi is calling for a stronger convergence between technology and finance as Africa looks to unlock its digital economy and accelerate intra-continental trade. Speaking at a high-level Tech…
Canon printers are widely used for printing documents and photos at home, school, and the office. Whether you are using a wired or wireless model, understanding the basic setup and printing process helps you get the best performance from…
Kenya’s shilling has been moving with a calmer tone lately, and traders have noticed. After periods when the currency felt under constant pressure, this steadier phase feels like the market has finally taken a slow breath. Importers are…
Data is a critical asset for every organisation, driving operations, decision-making, and growth. However, with the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, protecting this valuable resource has become a complex challenge. Without…
TECNO announced the release of a strategic research report by Omdia, “AI Roadmap for Smartphone Vendors in Africa’s Emerging Markets”. Rooted in a commitment to local relevance, this milestone publication moves beyond generic global tech…
