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Samsung Launches the Galaxy A36 and A56 In Kenya
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Samsung Launches the Galaxy A36 and A56 In Kenya

Samsung has announced the availability of two new smartphones, the Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G in Kenya. These two phones were unveiled globally in March at MWC 2025 and you can finally get them in Kenya. They pack the latest…

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KK Security Rebrands to GardaWorld Security
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KK Security Rebrands to GardaWorld Security

GardaWorld Security, a global champion and leader in security services, today announced that KK Security Ltd (“KK Security”) is rebranding to GardaWorld Security – Africa in Kenya. Following GardaWorld Security’s acquisition of KK Security…

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Kigali to Host Inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in April 2025
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Kigali to Host Inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in April 2025

Under the theme “AI and Africa’s Demographic Dividend: Reimagining Economic Opportunities for Africa’s Workforce,” the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa will be held in Kigali, Rwanda from 3 – 4 April 2025. Home to the youngest and…

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Syntura Opens East Africa’s First Experience Centre
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Syntura Opens East Africa’s First Experience Centre

Syntura has expanded its footprint in East Africa with the inauguration of the Syntura Experience Centre—the region’s first hub dedicated to collaboration, security, and AI-powered solutions. This state-of-the-art facility offers…

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What You Need to Know About Safaricom Emerald?
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What You Need to Know About Safaricom Emerald?

Safaricom Emerald is a premium customer engagement platform designed for high-value customers. This exclusive offering provides a personalized experience, rewards and premium services. This ensures Safaricom’s top-tier customers receive…

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Family Bank Posts 38% Profit Surge in 2024
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Family Bank Posts 38% Profit Surge in 2024

Family Bank Profit after tax surged by 38% from KES 2.5 billion to close at Kes 3.4 billion in the year 2024. Profit Before Tax closed at KES 3.9 billion representing an impressive 22.5% growth from KES 3.1 billion recorded in 2023. The…

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Safaricom Launches Emerald Platform to Improve Customer Engagement
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Safaricom Launches Emerald Platform to Improve Customer Engagement

Safaricom has launched the Emerald Platform, a premium customer engagement platform designed to offer personalized services, exclusive rewards, and elevated care. The platform is exclusive and tailored to provide top-tier customers with…

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LG Unveils New Built-In Kitchen Solutions in Kenya
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LG Unveils New Built-In Kitchen Solutions in Kenya

LG Electronics has today launched its new range of Built-in Kitchen solutions in Kenya, which include modern appliances such as hobs, hoods, ovens, and microwaves, all designed to meet the evolving needs of Kenyan households The LG…

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Equity Group Reports Kshs 48.8 Billion Profit After Tax for FY 2024
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Equity Group Reports Kshs 48.8 Billion Profit After Tax for FY 2024

Equity Group has announced its full-year 2024 financial results, showcasing resilient performance and sustained regional growth. The Group recorded a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Kshs 48.8 billion, underscoring the strength of its diversified…

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Red Hat Boosts Enterprise AI Across the Hybrid Cloud with Red Hat AI
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Red Hat Boosts Enterprise AI Across the Hybrid Cloud with Red Hat AI

Red Hat has announced the latest updates to Red Hat AI, its portfolio of products and services designed to help accelerate the development and deployment of AI solutions across the hybrid cloud. Red Hat AI provides an enterprise AI…

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Will AI take our Jobs? The real issue is how we adapt.
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Will AI take our Jobs? The real issue is how we adapt.

By Nzola Miranda As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and transform various industries, a prevailing concern has arisen: Will AI render human labour obsolete? Reports highlighting automation, robotic workers, and…

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How to Stake Cryptocurrency
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How to Stake Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency staking has gained popularity as an alternative to mining, allowing investors to earn passive income by participating in blockchain networks. This guide will help you understand how it works, the benefits, and the steps to…

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OPPO A5 Pro 4G Specifications and Price in Kenya
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OPPO A5 Pro 4G Specifications and Price in Kenya

Today, the OPPO A5 Pro 4G was launched in Kenya and is available in stores for Ksh 29,999. The phone is available through all OPPO shops and e-commerce platforms and the OPPO Kenya Website. The phone has launched in Kenya just a few weeks…

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Lipa Later Placed Under Administration
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Lipa Later Placed Under Administration

Joy Vipinchandra Bhatt of Moore JVB Consulting has been appointed to oversee the operations of Lipa Later Limited, a digital consumer credit provider. In a notice by Moore JVB, Bhatt has assumed control of Lipa Later’s business, assets and…

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Henri Ousmane Gueye Wins Africa’s Business Heroes 2024 Grand Prize
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Henri Ousmane Gueye Wins Africa’s Business Heroes 2024 Grand Prize

The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition, a philanthropic initiative by the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, has crowned the winners of its sixth annual competition at the ABH Summit and Grand Finale in Kigali,…

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Visa to Set Up Data Center in Nigeria
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Visa to Set Up Data Center in Nigeria

Visa has announced plans to set up data center infrastructure in Nigeria. This new investment will complement the global payment giant’s existing stake of over $1 billion in Nigeria, which includes strategic partnerships in fintech and…

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Ericsson Demonstrates 5G and AI Advancements at Safaricom Decode 3.0
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Ericsson Demonstrates 5G and AI Advancements at Safaricom Decode 3.0

Last week, Ericsson took part in Safaricom Decode 3.0 that was held between the 18th and 20th March, 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. Safaricom Decode is an annual technology and innovation forum that brings together developers, engineers, and tech…

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Top 25 Women in Tech Honoured at Inaugural Tech Women Festival
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Top 25 Women in Tech Honoured at Inaugural Tech Women Festival

The top 25 women and girls have been awarded for their outstanding contribution to the growth of Kenya’s digital industry. The awards ceremony was held during the inaugural Tech Women Festival hosted at the University of Nairobi to honour…

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Watu Rolls Out GPS Tracker Initiative to Secure Boda Boda Riders
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Watu Rolls Out GPS Tracker Initiative to Secure Boda Boda Riders

Watu has launched a nationwide initiative to install and repair GPS trackers on motorbikes to curb rampant theft, securing the livelihoods of thousands of boda boda riders in Kenya. Boda bodas (motorcycle taxis) are a cornerstone of…

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Deimos Advances DevSecOps with AI-Powered Automation on Google Cloud
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Deimos Advances DevSecOps with AI-Powered Automation on Google Cloud

In a transformative move to advance Development Security Operations (DevSecOps), Deimos, a leading hybrid and multi-cloud technology company, partnered with Salus Cloud, an AI-first startup transforming DevSecOps, to develop an AI-driven…

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NCBA Unveils NCBA-IG After Full Acquisition of AIG Kenya
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NCBA Unveils NCBA-IG After Full Acquisition of AIG Kenya

NCBA has unveiled the new brand identity for its insurance business following full acquisition of AIG Kenya in July 2024. The insurance subsidiary, now associated with its new business identity name NCBA Insurance Company, joins NCBA’s six…

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