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AWS Launches First Skills Center Community Classroom in Kenya
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AWS Launches First Skills Center Community Classroom in Kenya

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the launch of the first AWS Skills Center community classroom in Kenya. This AWS Skills Center has successfully concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of…

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Mitsumi Distribution unveils the AI frontier at GITEX Africa 2025
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Mitsumi Distribution unveils the AI frontier at GITEX Africa 2025

Mitsumi Distribution, a premier IT, Telco, and value distributor across the Middle East and Africa, is poised to participate in GITEX Africa 2025 and showcase a range of future-oriented, AI-driven technology products. As a successful VAD…

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SEACOM Appoints Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen as CMO, Charl Slabbert as CFO
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SEACOM Appoints Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen as CMO, Charl Slabbert as CFO

SEACOM has announced the appointment of two senior executives to bolster its leadership team. Effective 1 April 2025, Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen joins as the new Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), while Charl Slabbert assumes the Group…

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Samsung Galaxy A26 5G Specifications and Price in Kenya
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Samsung Galaxy A26 5G Specifications and Price in Kenya

This article has been updated here. The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is one of the latest smartphones from Samsung to launch in Kenya. The other devices launched recently by the company include the Galaxy A36 5G and the Galaxy A56 5G. All these…

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The value of increasing public sector skills in the age of AI
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The value of increasing public sector skills in the age of AI

By Winnie Karanu, AI National Skills Director, Microsoft Africa. In an era where digital transformation is reshaping every facet of our lives, Kenya’s public sector stands at a critical juncture. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology…

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Bupa Global Opens First African Office in Nairobi
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Bupa Global Opens First African Office in Nairobi

Bupa Global, a leading international private medical insurance (IPMI) provider, has opened its first office in Africa, based in Nairobi, Kenya. This milestone follows the approval of an insurance license for Bupa Global by the Insurance…

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How to optimize your marketing strategy with cashback virtual cards
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How to optimize your marketing strategy with cashback virtual cards

You’re running ad campaigns, driving traffic, and testing creatives, but when you check the final numbers, something doesn’t add up. The budget is depleting faster than expected, and the ROI isn’t reaching the desired level. Where is the…

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CIC Insurance Group Reports 54% Growth in Profit in 2024
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CIC Insurance Group Reports 54% Growth in Profit in 2024

CIC Insurance Group has delivered an impressive financial performance for the year ending December 2024, reporting a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Kshs 3.99 billion, a 57% increase from Kshs 2.54 billion recorded in 2023. This remarkable…

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Google Releases Gemini 2.5
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Google Releases Gemini 2.5

Google has announced the introduction of Gemini 2.5, its most intelligent AI model to date. It is designed to tackle increasingly complex problems. Unlike traditional models that rely on straightforward pattern recognition, Gemini 2.5 is a…

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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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