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Google Expands AI Search Features to 13 African Languages Including Kiswahili

Google has launched its AI-powered search features, including AI Overviews and AI Mode, in 13 African languages. This significant expansion aims to make advanced search capabilities more accessible to a wider audience across the continent.

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tech2d ago

Roam Opens AI Fleet Platform to Third-Party EVs, Expands Subscription Model as M-KOPA Taps Real-Time Data

Kenyan electric mobility manufacturer Roam has launched Roam Explorer, an AI-enabled vehicle intelligence platform now open to third-party electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. This expansion aims to provide real-time monitoring for EV fleets across Africa.

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tech2d ago

Document Fraud Dominates Identity Verification Rejections in East Africa, Report Finds

A new report reveals that document fraud is the leading cause of identity verification rejections in East Africa, with nearly 24% of attempts flagged for suspected fraudulent activity in 2025.

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tech2d ago

Absa Bank Kenya Profit Rises 10% to KSh 22.9 Billion as Impairments Fall

Absa Bank Kenya has announced a 10% increase in its profit after tax, reaching KSh 22.9 billion for the year ending December 31, 2025.

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tech3d ago

African Development Bank Backs Saviu II Fund to Support African Tech Startups

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has committed €6.5 million to the Saviu II fund to bolster technology startups across Africa through seed-stage and early institutional funding.

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tech3d ago

GTBank Waives Fees on Small Transfers in Bet on Volume Growth

Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) is eliminating transaction fees for Pesalink transfers under KES 1,000, effective 1st March 2026, a move aimed at boosting digital transaction volumes.

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tech3d ago

Cassava Technologies Launches AI-Powered Autonomous Network to Optimise Africa’s Mobile Infrastructure

Cassava Technologies has launched the Cassava Autonomous Network, an AI-powered solution designed to optimize mobile Radio Access Networks (RAN) across Africa.

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tech4d ago

Airtel Kenya Expands Retail Footprint with New Customer Care Shops

Airtel Kenya has expanded its retail presence by opening new customer care shops in Ruiru and along the Eastern Bypass. This strategic move aims to enhance customer service efficiency and accessibility.

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tech4d ago

Central African Republic Launches Dûnîa, Fully Digitizing Economy Ministry

The Central African Republic (CAR) has launched Dûnîa, a fully digital platform designed to modernize its Ministry of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation (MEPCI).

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tech4d ago

Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Ad Sales Across MENA and Southeast Asia

Truecaller has partnered with AnyMind Group to expand its direct ad sales efforts across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Southeast Asia (SEA) regions.

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tech4d ago

WIOCC’s OADC Acquires Seven NTT Data Centres in South Africa

WIOCC Group's subsidiary, Open Access Data Centres (OADC), has successfully acquired a portfolio of seven data centre facilities in South Africa from NTT DATA.

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tech4d ago

Ericsson Extends Multi-Year Microwave Deal with Safaricom to Improve 5G Capacity in Kenya

Ericsson has extended its multi-year microwave deal with Safaricom to enhance 5G capacity across Kenya.

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tech4d ago

Safaricom Secures CBK Approval to Mask Phone Numbers on M-Pesa Transactions

Safaricom has received approval from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to implement a privacy feature on M-Pesa that will mask customer phone numbers during transactions.

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tech1w ago

Liquid Intelligent Technologies Announces Debt Repayment and Agrees New Credit Facilities

Liquid Intelligent Technologies has announced the full repayment of its existing term loan and revolving credit facility. This move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen its financial position and prepare for accelerated growth.

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tech1w ago

M-PESA Ethiopia and Gebeya Launch Dala AI Bundle

M-PESA Ethiopia and Gebeya have partnered to launch the Dala AI Bundle, a new offering that simplifies access to advanced AI creation tools for Ethiopians, payable via M-PESA wallets.

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tech1w ago

iHUB Opens Applications for Cohort 4 of $100,000 Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya

iHUB, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has launched applications for the 4th cohort of its $100,000 Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Kenya.

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tech1w ago

AUI Global Signs MoU with Konza Technopolis to Deliver AI Executive Certification Programs

AUI Global and Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to offer AI executive certification programs.

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tech6d ago

Smartcomply Report Warns East Africa’s Digital Growth Is Outpacing Cyber Defences

A new report from Smartcomply highlights a significant "execution gap" in East Africa, where rapid digital growth is outpacing cybersecurity defenses, leading to substantial financial losses.

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tech1w ago

Red Hat Launches AI Enterprise Platform to Move Businesses Beyond AI Pilots

Red Hat has launched its new integrated AI platform, Red Hat AI Enterprise, aimed at helping organizations effectively deploy and manage AI models and applications across hybrid cloud environments.

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tech1w ago

Pesalink Partners PAPSS to Enable Instant Cross-Border Payments in Local Currencies

Pesalink has partnered with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to enable instant, 24/7 cross-border payments within Kenya using local currencies.

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tech1w ago

Vertiv Unveils Digital Twin Platform to Accelerate AI Data Centre Deployment

Vertiv has introduced a new Digital Twin platform designed to significantly speed up the deployment of AI data centres. This advanced technology moves beyond traditional methods to enable faster and more precise scaling of AI infrastructure.

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tech1w ago

Sophos Active Adversary Report 2026: Identity Attacks Dominate as Threat Groups Proliferate

A new report from Sophos reveals that identity-related attacks dominated cybersecurity incidents investigated in 2026, with attackers increasingly exploiting compromised credentials and weak multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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tech1w ago

How to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Kenya

Samsung has officially launched its new Galaxy S26 series in Kenya, with pre-orders now open for the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra.

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tech1w ago

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series with Advanced AI and Privacy Features

Samsung Electronics has launched its new Galaxy S26 series, featuring advanced AI and privacy enhancements for everyday tasks and enhanced user protection.

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tech1w ago

Emirates Introduces Split Payments in Kenya Through Cellulant’s Tingg Platform

Emirates has launched a new split-payment solution in Kenya, allowing customers to combine multiple payment methods for flight bookings.

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tech1w ago

Bolt Rolls Out Driver-Led High-Risk Location Alerts in Kenya

Ride-hailing company Bolt has introduced a new safety feature in Kenya that empowers drivers to flag high-risk locations.

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tech1w ago

How to Watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Samsung is set to unveil its Galaxy S26 series at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event, with registration now open for a virtual viewing experience.

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tech1w ago

Grey Expands Business Banking With USD Accounts, Bulk Payments and USDC Support

Grey, a cross-border payments solutions provider, has launched expanded business banking services including USD accounts, bulk payments, and USDC stablecoin support to streamline international transactions for African businesses.

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tech1w ago

SanlamAllianz Launches Income Drawdown Fund Providing Retirees with Flexible Income Options

SanlamAllianz Life Insurance Kenya has launched a new Income Drawdown (IDD) Fund to provide Kenyan retirees with flexible income options and continued investment growth for their savings.

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tech1w ago

Mogo Secures Sh2.3 Billion in Local Funding to Expand Boda Boda and SME Asset Financing in Kenya

Mogo Kenya has secured a significant funding boost of Sh2.3 billion from both local debt financing and an innovative bond program to expand its asset financing for boda boda operators and SMEs across Kenya.

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