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Uber Launches Safari Booking Service in Kenya After 10 Years
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Uber Launches Safari Booking Service in Kenya After 10 Years

Uber has rolled out Uber Safari, allowing users to book wildlife tours in Nairobi National Park directly through the ride-hailing app. The service launches as the company marks its 10th anniversary in Kenya. The new feature offers day and…

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Oracle-Led Consortium Nears Deal to Take Control of TikTok in US
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Oracle-Led Consortium Nears Deal to Take Control of TikTok in US

After years of political drama and threats of a nationwide ban, the Chinese-owned app TikTok is finally close to a deal that could keep it alive for its 170 million American users. The framework agreement hammered out during trade talks in…

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Gmail Introduces New Feature to Track Your Online Orders
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Gmail Introduces New Feature to Track Your Online Orders

It is now a routine to make online purchases and track them via email. Google has taken note of this and introduced a new view in Gmail to track all online purchase emails in one place. “This is an entirely new view that lets you see all…

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Why Your iPhone Might Feel Different Right After Installing iOS 26
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Why Your iPhone Might Feel Different Right After Installing iOS 26

Apple has begun rolling out iOS 26 to eligible iPhones, and the company is already preparing users for some changes they might notice right after installing the update. According to Apple, battery life could temporarily take a hit, and…

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ChatGPT Misused by Hackers to Create Fake Military IDs
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ChatGPT Misused by Hackers to Create Fake Military IDs

Researchers have raised new concerns after revealing that a North Korean hacking group has been using OpenAI’s ChatGPT to create fake military ID cards. The group, known as Kimsuky, reportedly generated the IDs to make their phishing…

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Ookla Launches Certification to Guarantee Public Wi-Fi Quality
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Ookla Launches Certification to Guarantee Public Wi-Fi Quality

Public Wi-Fi hotspots are everywhere these days, offered as an extra perk in restaurants, malls, apartments, airports, event venues, and more. Free Wi-Fi is a big draw in today’s world, but the quality of these networks is often uncertain,…

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Vihiga Becomes First County in Kenya to Enroll All County Staff in SHA
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Vihiga Becomes First County in Kenya to Enroll All County Staff in SHA

Vihiga County, located in western Kenya, is the first of the country’s 47 counties to enroll all of its employees into the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMS) under the Social Health Authority (SHA). According to the Vihiga county…

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KDF Recruitment 2025: How to Apply for Kenya Defence Forces Jobs
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KDF Recruitment 2025: How to Apply for Kenya Defence Forces Jobs

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Recruitment 2025 is officially open, offering young Kenyans a chance to serve their country with pride. Scheduled for October, the nationwide recruitment drive will target new officers, specialists, and…

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Xiaomi 17 Series to Launch With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
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Xiaomi 17 Series to Launch With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Xiaomi has confirmed that its next flagship smartphones will be branded as the Xiaomi 17 series, skipping the “16” lineup entirely. The move is designed to position Xiaomi directly against Apple’s iPhone 17 series, indicating a…

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Why Most People Don’t Need to Upgrade to the iPhone 17
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Why Most People Don’t Need to Upgrade to the iPhone 17

Apple just released the iPhone 17, and if you’re wondering whether it’s worth upgrading from your iPhone 14 or 15, you’re asking the right question. The answer, according to a comprehensive analysis of iPhone evolution, is probably not –…

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Infinix GT 30 Pro Now Available in Kenya
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Infinix GT 30 Pro Now Available in Kenya

Infinix has launched the GT 30 Pro in Kenya, positioning it as a serious gaming phone that can compete with the best of them. The phone launches at KES 39,999 and comes packed with features designed to attract mobile gamers who want both…

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Apple Stock Crashes After Fans Slam iPhone 17 Design
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Apple Stock Crashes After Fans Slam iPhone 17 Design

Apple’s much-anticipated iPhone 17 launch has landed with a thud, both online and on Wall Street. Unveiled at annual “Awe-Dropping” Apple event on September 9, the iPhone 17 lineup was billed as the company’s boldest design shift in years.…

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Europe Misses Out on AirPods Translation Feature Due To EU Rules
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Europe Misses Out on AirPods Translation Feature Due To EU Rules

Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 3 launch introduced real-time conversation translation powered by Apple Intelligence. However, customers in the European Union will not be able to use it just yet. The company confirmed it is withholding the…

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Why Most Mobile Loans Under KES 1,000 Are Going Unpaid
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Why Most Mobile Loans Under KES 1,000 Are Going Unpaid

Digital lenders in Kenya are changing their approach to microloans as new data reveals a worrying trend of defaults on the smallest mobile loans. Figures from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) show that 83.1% of loans below KES 1,000 went…

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Kenya Commits to Annual Youth Forum on Cybersecurity and AI
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Kenya Commits to Annual Youth Forum on Cybersecurity and AI

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), in partnership with the Kenya Cybersecurity and Forensics Association (KCSFA), hosted a Youth Forum on Cybersecurity yesterday, bringing together young people, experts, and stakeholders to tackle…

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Boda Boda Riders to Join SACCOs and Wear Uniforms Under New Rules
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Boda Boda Riders to Join SACCOs and Wear Uniforms Under New Rules

The government is finally addressing the boda boda problem that has been plaguing the country’s roads for years with new rules. After mounting pressure from frustrated motorists and a series of violent incidents, authorities are rolling…

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BAKE Awards 2025: Submissions Open for Kenya’s Digital Creators
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BAKE Awards 2025: Submissions Open for Kenya’s Digital Creators

The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has launched the ninth edition of the BAKE Awards, expanding beyond its blogging roots to recognize creators across multiple digital platforms in 2025. Submissions for the BAKE Awards 2025 opened…

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NVIDIA Launches Rubin CPX AI Chips for Video and Software Generation
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NVIDIA Launches Rubin CPX AI Chips for Video and Software Generation

NVIDIA has unveiled its latest breakthrough in AI hardware, the Rubin CPX GPU. Built to handle highly demanding tasks like generating videos and assisting in software development, this new chip shows how NVIDIA is making strides to stay at…

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Apple Launches iPhone 17 Series and AirPods Pro 3
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Apple Launches iPhone 17 Series and AirPods Pro 3

Apple officially introduced the iPhone 17 family and the third-generation AirPods Pro during its September 9 event. The announcement centred on performance, design and new health and communication features that Apple hopes will define its…

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A 44 MW Hyperscale Data Center is Coming to Kenya by 2027
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A 44 MW Hyperscale Data Center is Coming to Kenya by 2027

Kenya’s digital future isn’t just about faster internet; it’s about building the infrastructure to handle the most demanding workloads of our time: artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), and advanced cloud…

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