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Hundreds Gather at KICC for Otamatsuri 2025 Powered by Safaricom 5G
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Hundreds Gather at KICC for Otamatsuri 2025 Powered by Safaricom 5G

Yesterday, the 2025 Otamatsuri Gaming Convention was held at the KICC. Safaricom’s 5G network powered the event. It gave participants a chance to experience the speed, reliability and low latency of Safaricom’s 5G connectivity. “This is…

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Westcon-Comstor, Microsoft Partner to Drive African Digital Growth
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Westcon-Comstor, Microsoft Partner to Drive African Digital Growth

Westcon-Comstor has partnered with Microsoft to launch a new summit series designed to fast-track partner transformation across Africa. The Westcon-Comstor | Microsoft Partner Summit: Transformation that Builds Tomorrow will convene select…

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NTT DATA Partners with Google Cloud on AI Adoption
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NTT DATA Partners with Google Cloud on AI Adoption

NTT DATA and Google Cloud have partnered to drive the adoption of agentic AI for enterprises as well as cloud modernization. The two companies will co-develop industry-focused solutions and co-invest in go-to-market strategies to simplify…

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Britam Launches EV Insurance Cover in Kenya
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Britam Launches EV Insurance Cover in Kenya

Yesterday, Britam Insurance introduced its first Electric Vehicle (EV) insurance cover in Kenya. Britam joins GA Insurance which launched Electic Vehicle insurance covers in Kenya back in 2023. Some of the biggest concerns EV owners have,…

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NBA Africa Launches Second Triple-Double Startup Accelerator
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NBA Africa Launches Second Triple-Double Startup Accelerator

NBA Africa has launched the second edition of its Triple-Double Accelerator program to build up on the inaugural program that concluded in 2024. This program aims to support African startups developing solutions in the sports and creative…

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Premier Bank Kenya Launches Smart Wristband for Contactless Payments
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Premier Bank Kenya Launches Smart Wristband for Contactless Payments

Premier Bank Kenya has today introduced a new wearable payment solution in Kenya. With this wristband, customers can make secure transactions with just a tap of the wrist. The tech behind this is not new but it is not widely adopted in…

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Breadfast Raises $10M Series B2 from EBRD and Novastar
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Breadfast Raises $10M Series B2 from EBRD and Novastar

Breadfast, Egypt’s market-leading online grocery delivery platform, has raised $10 million in a Series B2 funding round from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in partnership with Novastar Ventures. This latest…

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How TikTok creators are driving the sports hype, one clip at a time
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How TikTok creators are driving the sports hype, one clip at a time

Kenya’s sporting season has been filled with hype and excitement since the African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament kicked off, and the nation’s eyes have been glued to the action. From the main stadiums to television screens,…

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Visa and PEMANDU Partner to Accelerate Government Digitization
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Visa and PEMANDU Partner to Accelerate Government Digitization

Visa and PEMANDU Associates have entered a strategic partnership to support governments in advancing government efficiency and better sectoral outcomes for their citizens, while also driving greater financial inclusion and improved access…

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Street Wallet secures $350K to help informal traders go cashless
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Street Wallet secures $350K to help informal traders go cashless

Street Wallet, a Cape Town–based fintech startup, has raised USD 350,000 (ZAR 6.2 million) in fresh funding. This puts the company’s valuation at at USD 2 million (ZAR 35.5 million). The investment will enable the company to expand its…

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Pakakumi Kenya in 2025: In-Depth Look at Features, Games, and Bonuses
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Pakakumi Kenya in 2025: In-Depth Look at Features, Games, and Bonuses

Pakakumi Kenya has continued to evolve as one of the leading online casino and sports betting platforms in the country. By 2025, it boasts an expansive array of features designed to cater to a diverse user base. The platform offers a…

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Culture Meets Sport: How Kenyan Traditions Impact Athletes
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Culture Meets Sport: How Kenyan Traditions Impact Athletes

Culture in Everyday Life Sports in Kenya grow from daily life. Many children walk long distances to school. Others help on farms or fetch water. These tasks build strength and stamina. They are part of life, not just training. By the time…

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Specifications and Price in Kenya
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Specifications and Price in Kenya

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE was recently unveiled in Kenya and you can get it in stores for as low as Ksh 72,999 on Gadgets Leo. This is one of the latest tablets from Samsung and offers a number of tools and features to help with your…

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Anza Grow Academy Opens Applications for Cohort 7
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Anza Grow Academy Opens Applications for Cohort 7

Anza Grow Academy is now accepting applications for the Cohort 7 program. This is a 12-week program designed to equip creative and impact-driven founders with the right knowledge, tools and mentorship needed to help accelerate their…

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Top 5 Things to Know About the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
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Top 5 Things to Know About the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is one of the latest and most talked-about midrange phones of 2025. The phone was unveiled in Kenya earlier this year and is available in stores starting from Ksh 26,000. It premium features at a more accessible…

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Africa Data Centres Earns Level One B-BBEE Status
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Africa Data Centres Earns Level One B-BBEE Status

Africa Data Centres has announced that it has achieved a Level One B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) certification. This is the highest rating under South Africa’s B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice. Africa Data Centres is the…

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Vertiv AI Roadshow Heads to Cairo on August 20
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Vertiv AI Roadshow Heads to Cairo on August 20

Vertiv is set to host its AI Solutions Innovation Roadshow in Egypt on August 20, 2025. The event will focus on high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and data centre readiness for Africa’s growing AI…

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African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Appoints Corlia van Zyl as Vice Chair
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African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Appoints Corlia van Zyl as Vice Chair

The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Corlia van Zyl as the new vice chair of the AFSUG Board of Directors. Van Zyl currently serves as digital & technology director at Heineken Beverages and has been…

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