The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has updated its Type Approved Equipment list for June 2026, paving the way for new consumer electronics and networking gear in the Kenyan market.

• Key additions include Apple's latest iPad Air M4 models (11-inch and 13-inch variants).
• TP-Link's new Wi-Fi 7 mesh system (Deco BE22) and business access points have also been cleared.
• The list features minimal new smartphone approvals, highlighting tablets and networking hardware as the main focus for this update.

Safaricom is incentivizing users to switch to its new My OneApp by offering a free M-PESA Send Money transaction.

• The offer provides a refund on the first Send Money transaction of the day, making it effectively free.
• This promotion is part of Safaricom's ongoing campaign to migrate users from the older MySafaricom app.
• The perk is limited to first-time sign-ins on My OneApp and must be completed within 24 hours of initial login.

TCL is making genuine Google TV experience accessible in Kenya with its new QLED smart TVs, significantly lowering the entry price for consumers.

• The 32-inch TCL S5K model is available for as low as KES 16,500.
• This move by TCL offers Kenyan households a true, certified Google TV experience without the premium price tag previously associated with high-end models.
• The televisions feature a Full HD (FHD) QLED panel and the user-friendly Google TV interface, providing access to streaming services and Google Assistant.

KCB Bank has partnered with Mastercard to launch the Sahl Card, a new Shariah-compliant payment solution for Islamic banking customers.

• The Sahl Card offers secure and convenient everyday purchases aligned with Islamic finance principles.
• Key organizations involved are KCB Bank and Mastercard.
• The card provides lifestyle and travel benefits, including access to exclusive offers and curated experiences for eligible World Elite and Gold Credit Cardholders.