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The evolution of SAFEs in Africa: CLNs to SAFE 2.0
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The evolution of SAFEs in Africa: CLNs to SAFE 2.0

By Lumi Mustapha, Head of Legal; and Thando Sibanda is Deputy Head of Legal at Founders Factory Africa. The African tech ecosystem is growing rapidly, and there is increasing demand for capital from startups. In recent years, SAFEs, or…

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Kenya Taps Huawei to Develop the Country’s ICT Infrastructure
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Kenya Taps Huawei to Develop the Country’s ICT Infrastructure

The Kenya Government is tapping Huawei Technologies to help with the development of the country’s ICT infrastructure, promote the digitization of various sectors of the country, such as transportation, e-government, education, digital…

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OPPO A78 Officially Unveiled in Kenya for Retailing at Ksh 35,000
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OPPO A78 Officially Unveiled in Kenya for Retailing at Ksh 35,000

OPPO Kenya has today added three new devices to its portfolio in Kenya. The star of the show is the OPPO A78 that is available in retail stores for Ksh 35,000. Two other devices the company has announced include the OPPO A58 available in…

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Common Bitcoin Scams and How to Avoid Them
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Common Bitcoin Scams and How to Avoid Them

Nadeem Anjarwalla , Director for Binance East and West Africa As long as new technology is introduced into the world, fraudsters will continue to search for a place to thrive. Unfortunately, Bitcoin gives cryptocurrency scammers an…

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Climbing the Table: Data’s Role in Football
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Climbing the Table: Data’s Role in Football

Uwe Kemmer, Director, EMEA Field Engineering at Western Digital Since the first professional football match in 1863, the popular game has been based on grit, determination, and passion. In recent years, technology has brought significant…

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NTSA Rejects Bolt’s License Renewal
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NTSA Rejects Bolt’s License Renewal

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has refused to renew Bolt’s operating license citing alleged breaches that include illegal commission charges and booking fees. This decision deals a significant blow to the Estonian-based…

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3 Ways You Can Improve Your Trading Performance
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3 Ways You Can Improve Your Trading Performance

Trading is becoming increasingly popular in Kenya, and for good reason. With recent developments in the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) indicating the return of foreign investors, a net foreign equity inflow worth KSh130 million…

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OPPO Reno 10 Gets September Security Patch in Kenya
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OPPO Reno 10 Gets September Security Patch in Kenya

OPPO’s recently unveiled smartphone, the Reno 10 5G, has finally received the September 2023 Android Security patch. This phone was unveiled in Kenya last month and is available in stores for Ksh 56,000. The latest update with the…

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TLcom Announces Africa Tech Female Founder Summit 2023
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TLcom Announces Africa Tech Female Founder Summit 2023

TLcom Capital, the Africa-focused venture capital firm, has officially announced its fifth annual Africa Tech Female Founder Summit, which will be held on Tuesday 14th November 2022 in Lagos, Nigeria. The headline session will feature a…

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The Best LG Soundbars in Kenya
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The Best LG Soundbars in Kenya

Soundbars have become a vital addition to most of us in Kenya. They provide good audio experience for many who want the best for their homes. They enhance the audio quality, providing a cinematic experience right in the comfort of our…

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OPPO Reno 10 5G Review: Style Meets Performance
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OPPO Reno 10 5G Review: Style Meets Performance

The OPPO Reno 10 5G is the latest addition to OPPO’s growing smartphone lineup in Kenya. The phone is currently available in stores for Ksh 56,999. You can get the phone through Jumia as well as most other smartphone retailers across the…

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Kenya’s AI revolution can happen with the IT you already have
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Kenya’s AI revolution can happen with the IT you already have

By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to become the most prolific and impactful technology trend in the world today. Its adoption by businesses has more than doubled since…

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M-Pesa Vs Airtel Money Transaction Charges
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M-Pesa Vs Airtel Money Transaction Charges

M-pesa has dominated the mobile money market in Kenya for years. Its popularity has not been challenged by any other players and this has propelled Safaricom to greater heights. Airtel Money has tried to challenge M-Pesa’s dominance but…

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Boomplay’s Kenyan Journey: An Interview with Martha Huro
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Boomplay’s Kenyan Journey: An Interview with Martha Huro

The music streaming industry has seen impressive growth across the globe, and Kenya has been no exception to this trend. With the emergence of platforms like Spotify, Boomplay, mdundo among other, music enthusiasts in Kenya have gained…

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The Unseen Champions of Football: Celebrating the Groundsmen
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The Unseen Champions of Football: Celebrating the Groundsmen

Uncover the unsung heroes of the football world: groundsmen. Dive deep into the meticulous care and dedication that goes into maintaining pristine football pitches and stadiums that make every game a spectacle to behold. The Unseen Heroes:…

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Revolutionizing Climate Financing Through Web3 Technologies
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Revolutionizing Climate Financing Through Web3 Technologies

As global warming and its adverse impacts intensify, the global community has acknowledged the urgency of reducing carbon emissions to mitigate climate change. A study done by Climate Policy Initiative estimated that the sum of investments…

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How to Mine Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Guide
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How to Mine Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Guide

Bitcoin mining is the process of adding new transactions to the Bitcoin blockchain, a public ledger of all Bitcoin transactions. It involves solving complex mathematical problems known as “proof-of-work,” and in exchange, miners are…

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The vivo Y36 Specifications and Price in Kenya
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The vivo Y36 Specifications and Price in Kenya

The vivo Y36 was recently launched in Kenya and is available in stores for Ksh 31,999. This is the successor to the vivo Y35 and comes with some decent specs. You can get the phone through online and offline retailers across the country.…

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