Kenyan News: Tech

Huawei ICT Academy hosted an instructor workshop in Nairobi, discussing ICT education progress, upcoming competitions, and future skills development.

Summary Absa Bank Kenya has officially launched the Absa Kenya Foundation (AKF) as a social arm that will accelerate its positive impact and sustainability commitments within the community.  The Foundation, which will be sponsored by...

Kazang has launched its Kazang Pay card acceptance solution for merchants in Zambia. Kazang Pay makes it affordable for merchants to accept card payments on the same Kazang terminal they use to sell prepaid products...

Safaricom’s M-Pesa and MySafaricom apps are down, customers advised to use *334# or SIM toolkit for services.

Uber has announced the launch of uber Safari in South Africa to offer riders access to Africa’s most iconic experiences. The service is currently available in Cape Town only. Uber Safari can be accessed through...

By Yande Nomvete, Operations Manager for Binance In recent months, Ghana has been on a gradual, but steady, path to economic recovery. It’s a positive trend that has citizens looking forward to a more stable...

Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services have signed a multi-year commercial partnership agreement to digitize payment acceptance in Middle East and Africa, across countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, South Africa and UAE....

Samsung is set to launch yet another smartphone this month. This phone, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (Fan Edition), is an affordable version of the S24 and is perfect for those who do not want...

Kenyans express data privacy concerns as conflicting messages surround NHIF’s automatic migration to SHA without explicit consent.

LG Electronics has announced the winners of its webOS TV platform hackathon, which took place at the LG webOS Summit last week. The event was geared toward AI-based solutions and gaming services, and sought ideas...

Vertiv has announced the introduction of the high-capacity models of its Vertiv Liebert AFC inverter screw chiller range with low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant. Available in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), the new...

By Somesh Adukia, Managing Director, Canon Central and North Africa If they’re not already, sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) should be top of mind for any organisation that produces products that can impact...

Huawei ICT Academy held a successful instructor workshop today at its Offices in Lavington, Nairobi. The workshop brought together key instructors and stakeholders from across the country, providing a platform for knowledge exchange, updates on...

NCBA partners with NALA Payments to offer faster, affordable, and secure cross-border remittance services from the US, UK, and EU.

BYD electric vehicles are officially available in Kenya after CFAO Motors launched them through its leasing and fleet management subsidiary Loxea. Loxes is the official distributor of BYD vehicles in Kenya. Also Read: BYD Set...

Sophos today announced it is a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: European Managed Detection and Response [MDR] Services in 2024 Vendor Assessment, which evaluates the product offerings and business strategies of MDR vendors. Sophos is also...

Absa Bank Kenya has renewed its commitment to the evolving needs of modern-day customers, while reaffirming its focus on the affluent segment with an expanded, differentiated offering.  The reorganised affluent offering is a key component...

Epson has set up a new sales company to serve the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Central & West Asia (META-CWA) region. With its headquarters in Dubai, UAE, the new regional operations will be spearheaded...

NCBA has acquired two hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) from CFAO Mobility Kenya, furthering its commitment to environmental responsibility under its “Change the Story” initiative. This transition represents NCBA’s leadership in green innovation and its continued...

Safaricom launches M-Pesa Ratiba, allowing users to automate recurring payments, enhancing convenience for bills, subscriptions, and services.

Ecobank has announced Daba Finance, the Ivorian Fintech, as the Grand Winner of its flasghip Ecobank Fintech Challenge 2024. Twelve (12) innovative fintech startups competed to impress the esteemed panel of five judges for the US$50,000 prize. The...

Mastercard and KaiOS partner to provide affordable digital payment solutions for SMEs in emerging markets, promoting financial inclusion.

M-KOPA reaches 5 million customers, unlocking $1.5 billion in credit, driving financial inclusion, digital access, and sustainability.

Samsung partners with Hyundai and Kia to integrate SmartThings, enhancing connected experiences between vehicles, homes, and AI-driven services.

Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services partner to enhance digital payment solutions across Middle East and Africa, boosting security and convenience.

The UK and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), through the UK-Kenya Tech Hub, today launched a digital toolkit aimed at helping entrepreneurs access markets in the Kenyan, Nigerian, and South African markets. The toolkit was developed following a...

Infinix has officially unveiled the HOT 50i, the latest model in the successful HOT 50 lineup. Themed “WOOOW NEW HOT” and inspired by the striking ultra-oval dual-rear-camera design, the HOT 50i captivates with its bold...

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has today held an engagement forum with its top suppliers from across the country to raise awareness on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and sustainability, with the aim of promoting...

Next Narrative Africa and HEVA Fund have announced the launch of The Next Narrative Africa Fund during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The fund will raise and deploy $30 million in equity financing and...

Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 6, its latest entry in the popular foldable phone series. While the changes this time around might not be revolutionary, the Flip 6 brings some subtle yet...

Infinix has today unveiled its latest smartphone, the Hot 50i in Kenya. The phone is on pre-order till September 30th when it will be available in retail stores for Ksh 13,699. At this price, this...

Xiaomi launches Redmi 14C in Kenya, offering a large display, strong performance, extended warranty, and free earbuds for early buyers.

M-KOPA has announced that it has surpassed 5 million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. Two million of these customers have come onboard in the past 15 months.  M-KOPA’s model makes affordable...

Xiaomi Kenya has officially launched the Redmi 14C in the country. The company has also introduced an unbeatable offer for early buyers with the launch. Customers who purchase the Redmi 14C during the first week...

Airtel Money and KCB Bank have announced a new interoperability partnership that will make it easier for Airtel Money to make payments directly to any KCB Merchant through Lipa Na KCB. KCB Bank Kenya Managing... The post Airtel Money and KCB Bank Partner to Enable Payments Throug

KCB and Airtel Money partner to enable Airtel users to pay KCB merchants seamlessly, promoting financial inclusion and interoperability.

NCBA partners with AWS to provide digital skills training for 3,000 employees, focusing on AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

Starlink Mini is now available in Kenya, offering affordable, portable satellite internet with plans starting at KES 1,300 monthly.

Safaricom has secured another Ksh 15 billion Sustainability Linked Loan, bringing the total loan facility to Ksh 30 billion having announced the closure of a similar amount last year. The loan facility, which is the...