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Samsung Expands Language Support with Kiswahili and Amharic
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Samsung Expands Language Support with Kiswahili and Amharic

Samsung has announced the expansion of language support on its devices to include Kiswahili and Amharic, strengthening its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for users in East Africa and beyond. This initiative reaffirms Samsung’s…

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Tecno Camon 40 Specifications and Price in Kenya
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Tecno Camon 40 Specifications and Price in Kenya

The Tecno Camon 40 is one of the latest smartphones to launch in Kenya. The phone is available in stores for Ksh 23,800. This price is for the 8GB RAM model with 128GB of storage space. There is a variant with 256GB of storage that you can…

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KCB Acquires 75% Stake in FinTech Firm Riverbank Solutions
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KCB Acquires 75% Stake in FinTech Firm Riverbank Solutions

KCB has announced the acquisition of 75% stake in Riverbank Solutions, a Nairobi-based FinTech company. This will help the bank strengthen its regional distribution network. The deal amount has not been revealed and the transaction is…

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Cassava Technologies to Build Africa’s First AI Factory
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Cassava Technologies to Build Africa’s First AI Factory

Cassava Technologies has announced plans to build Africa’s first AI factory — a powerful and super-secure data centre facility powered with NVIDIA AI computing technology. This will give African businesses, governments and researchers…

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Swedfund Commits $16.3 Million to AfricInvest Small Cap Fund
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Swedfund Commits $16.3 Million to AfricInvest Small Cap Fund

Swedfund has committed EUR 15 million to the AfricInvest Small Cap Fund, a private equity initiative focused on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa.SMEs are a cornerstone of economic development, driving job…

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Hedera Hashathon: Nairobi Edition Kicks Off
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Hedera Hashathon: Nairobi Edition Kicks Off

The Hedera Hashathon: Nairobi Edition has officially begun! This week-long virtual hackathon, running from March 24 to March 30, is a collaboration between Hedera Hashgraph and Kenya Tech Events. It aims to empower developers, students,…

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Visa Stay Secure Study 2025 Reveals Trends in Digital Payment Security
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Visa Stay Secure Study 2025 Reveals Trends in Digital Payment Security

The Visa Stay Secure Study 2025 was released recently and revealed a rise in consumer awareness and proactive security measures for digital payments across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA). The ninth annual…

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How Safaricom is Driving Innovation in Kenya’s Insurance Sector
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How Safaricom is Driving Innovation in Kenya’s Insurance Sector

Kenya’s insurance industry has long seen low adoption numbers of around 2.3%. Many Kenyans either don’t see the need for insurance or see it as being too expensive and complicated to access. But Safaricom, through its financial services…

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Safaricom Calls for Faster Cloud Adoption at Decode 3.0
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Safaricom Calls for Faster Cloud Adoption at Decode 3.0

At the recently concluded Safaricom Decode 3.0, the company’s Director of Network, Antony Gacanja, said there is need for businesses to modernize their data infrastructure. At the event, Gacanja highlighted how multi-cloud environments,…

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Three JKUAT Students Head to China for Huawei ICT Global Finals
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Three JKUAT Students Head to China for Huawei ICT Global Finals

Three Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) students have been selected to represent Kenya at the Global Huawei ICT Competition that will bring together tech talent from around the world in Shenzhen, China, in May…

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The Future of Home Entertainment lies with LG OLED evo C4 Series TVs
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The Future of Home Entertainment lies with LG OLED evo C4 Series TVs

Designed with an array of sizes to cater for every modern space and user preference, the LG OLED evo C4 TVs have greatly transformed modern entertainment over the last 11 years. The cutting-edge technology in these televisions introduces…

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Kenyan Government and Binance Discuss Future of Crypto and AI
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Kenyan Government and Binance Discuss Future of Crypto and AI

Binance recently hosted a community event in Kenya, bringing together key industry stakeholders, regulators, and crypto enthusiasts. The event was attended by Eng. John Tanui, the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Information,…

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Absa Bank Kenya Reports Ksh 20.9 Billion Net Profit, Up 28% in 2024
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Absa Bank Kenya Reports Ksh 20.9 Billion Net Profit, Up 28% in 2024

Absa Bank Kenya has announced net earnings of 20.9 billion for the year ended 31 December 2024, a 28% jump year over year. The bank also declared a total dividend of Ksh 9.5 billion which translates to Ksh 1.75 per ordinary share. This is…

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NTT DATA Becomes Global Managed Service Provider for SAP
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NTT DATA Becomes Global Managed Service Provider for SAP

Businesses looking to simplify and optimize their technology investments can now leverage NTT DATA’s expertise as a Global Managed Service Provider (MSP) for SAP. By joining the SAP PartnerEdge program, Run Track, NTT DATA brings fully…

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Huawei Showcases ICT Career Opportunities at Safaricom Decode 3.0
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Huawei Showcases ICT Career Opportunities at Safaricom Decode 3.0

Huawei participated in Safaricom Decode 3.0, a premier career and networking event that brought together industry leaders, students, and aspiring professionals to bridge the gap between academia and the job market. The event, designed to…

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OPPO Reno13 Series Launches in Kenya with Powerful Gaming Upgrades
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OPPO Reno13 Series Launches in Kenya with Powerful Gaming Upgrades

As mobile gaming continues to shape the way people entertain themselves, eSports has emerged as one of the hottest trends of the new generation. Representing the energy of users worldwide, the Reno series consistently adapts to meet users’…

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BURN Named Among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in EMEA
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BURN Named Among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in EMEA

BURN has been chosen by Fast Company as the #2 Most Innovative Company in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Fast Company recognized BURN for its role in revolutionizing the clean cooking sector. BURN’s unique approach of blending…

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