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LOOP Unveils New Device Financing Service in Partnership with bolttech

LOOP has launched a new device financing service in partnership with bolttech, offering customers an accessible way to purchase premium smartphones and gadgets. This solution combines LOOP FLEX's Buy Now Pay Later option with comprehensive device protection.

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NETSCOUT presents the ‘soundtrack’ of IT network experts as the year winds down

As the year-end holiday season approaches, NETSCOUT highlights the continuous efforts of IT network experts who ensure digital systems remain secure and functional while others enjoy time off. They face surging cloud workloads, increased API calls, and additional data management from generative AI, necessitating a strategic "soundtrack" of year-end IT preparations.

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Genetec predicts top physical security trends for 2026

Genetec, a global leader in enterprise physical security software, has released its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2026. These trends highlight evolving cloud adoption, advanced AI applications, modernized access control, and enhanced system connectivity.

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Access Bank Kenya and National Bank of Kenya Launch W Initiative to Expand Financing for Women Entrepreneurs

Access Bank Kenya and National Bank of Kenya (NBK) have jointly launched the W Initiative in Kenya, a program aimed at expanding financing and business support for women entrepreneurs. This initiative combines NBK's existing women-focused offerings into a comprehensive platform to boost gender-lens financing and integrate women-led SMEs into the country's economic development.

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tech2d ago

Family Bank Raises KES 8 Billion in Oversubscribed Private Placement, Exceeding Target by 131%

Family Bank has successfully completed its private placement of ordinary shares, raising an impressive KES 8.004 billion. This significantly oversubscribed round, exceeding its KES 6.090 billion target by 131%, demonstrates strong investor confidence in the bank's growth strategy.

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tech2d ago

Government of Kenya to Sell 15% Stake in Safaricom to Vodafone Kenya

The Government of Kenya plans to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom PLC to Vodafone Kenya, potentially generating between KES 240.5 billion and KES 244.5 billion. This divestment aims to fund the establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund.

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tech2d ago

Zoho Expands Young Creators Program Across East Africa

Zoho has extended its Young Creators Program (YCP) across East Africa, training over 150 participants in low-code application development using Zoho Creator. This initiative aims to empower students and professionals with digital skills to solve local challenges and foster technological innovation.

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tech2d ago

Airtel Money Expands Mobile Payment Options for DTB Till Moja Merchants

Airtel Money customers in Kenya can now directly pay DTB Till Moja merchants and deposit funds into DTB accounts using their mobile wallets. This integration aims to enhance financial convenience and accessibility for individuals and small businesses.

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tech3d ago

Safaricom Expands Digital Mobility Bundle With Shell Fuel Discounts in New Vivo Energy Partnership

Safaricom has partnered with Vivo Energy Kenya (distributor of Shell products) to enhance its Bundle Ya Deree digital productivity bundle for cab drivers. This collaboration introduces weekly fuel discounts at Shell stations, integrating a new cost-saving feature into Safaricom’s digital services for mobility workers.

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Bolttech Acquires Kenya’s mTek to Expand Its Digital Insurance Footprint in East Africa

Bolttech, a global insurtech firm, has acquired mTek, a Nairobi-based digital insurance platform, to expand its presence in East Africa and strengthen its embedded insurance capabilities.

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tech3d ago

Black Swan Wins MEST Africa Challenge 2025

Black Swan, a Mauritius-based FinTech startup, has won the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) 2025, a pan-African pitch competition focused on next-generation financial solutions.

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tech3d ago

UAE Launches $1 Billion ‘AI for Development’ Initiative for Africa

The United Arab Emirates has launched a groundbreaking $1 billion "AI for Development" initiative aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence adoption across African nations. This program seeks to support AI-driven projects in vital sectors such as digital infrastructure, education, agriculture, and public services.

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tech3d ago

Binance Launches ‘Binance Junior’ Crypto Savings Account for Kids and Teens

Binance has launched Binance Junior, a new parent-controlled crypto savings app for children and teenagers aged 6-17, aiming to prepare them for a digital financial future.

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tech3d ago

Bolt and Gebeya Partner to Offer Affordable Transport to Africa’s Service Workforce

Bolt and Gebeya have partnered to provide affordable transportation for Africa's growing service workforce, starting in Kenya and Ghana. This collaboration aims to ease mobility challenges for independent workers by offering discounted rides.

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tech3d ago

Africa Data Centres and CSSi SA Partner to Strengthen SA’s Digital Infrastructure

Africa Data Centres has partnered with CSSi SA to enhance South Africa's digital infrastructure by deploying racks and providing data sovereignty solutions. This collaboration aims to meet the growing demand for reliable, redundant, and next-generation data storage and colocation services.

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tech4d ago

Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa Achieves RUCKUS Platinum Distributor Status

Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa has been awarded RUCKUS Platinum Distributor Status, recognizing its sustained excellence in revenue performance, solution capability, and partner enablement for RUCKUS Networks' wired and wireless networking solutions.

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tech4d ago

iColo Appoints Wanja Muriithi as General Manager

iColo has announced the appointment of Wanja Muriithi as its new General Manager in Kenya, aiming to accelerate business growth and strengthen Digital Realty's presence across East Africa.

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tech4d ago

Wise Secures First African Regulatory Approval South Africa

Wise has received its first African regulatory approval from the South African Reserve Bank, allowing it to offer international money transfer services to customers in South Africa. This approval positions Wise to address the significant demand for faster, transparent, and affordable global payment options in the country.

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tech4d ago

Kenya School of TVET and Huawei Train 65 Lecturers in Advanced AI and ICT Skills

The Kenya School of TVET (KSTVET), in partnership with Huawei Technologies Kenya, announced the completion of the second phase of a national "Train the Trainer" program, equipping 65 TVET lecturers with advanced Artificial Intelligence and ICT skills.

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tech5d ago

Chui Ventures Closes Debut Fund at $ 17.3 Million to Back African Tech Founders

Chui Ventures has successfully closed its debut fund at $17.3 million, exceeding its original target of $10 million, to back African tech founders. The fund has already deployed 60 percent of its capital into 18 companies across five Sub-Saharan African markets.

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tech5d ago

Liquid C2 Launches AI Powered Google Cloud Distribution Programme for African Resellers

Liquid C2 has launched Liquid G, an AI-powered Google Cloud distribution program, to accelerate cloud adoption for African resellers and enterprises. This initiative aims to provide local partners with access to Google Cloud infrastructure, AI tools, and data analytics solutions.

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tech5d ago

Blockchain is quietly powering everyday life across Africa

Blockchain technology is increasingly being integrated into everyday life across Africa, moving beyond its initial association with cryptocurrency speculation. This adoption is driven by practical applications addressing challenges in remittances, property ownership, healthcare, and financial inclusion.

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tech5d ago

Bolt Hits 40 Percent Electric Bike Penetration in Kenya

Bolt has announced that over 40% of motorbikes on its platform in Kenya are now electric, making it the largest supplier of electric bikes in the ride-hailing industry. The company has onboarded over 1,700 riders through a partnership with M-KOPA, hitting its 2025 electrification target ahead of schedule.

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tech1w ago

Standard Chartered Kenya Awards KES 9.1 Million to 7 Women Entrepreneurs in 8th Women in Tech Cohort

Standard Chartered Kenya and @iBizAfrica – Strathmore University have awarded KES 9.1 million in seed funding to seven women-led startups from the eighth Women in Tech Accelerator Programme. Each enterprise received KES 1.3 million to scale tech-driven solutions addressing Kenya’s challenges.

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tech1w ago

10 Startups Selected for Latitude59 Kenya 2025 Pitch Finals

Ten startups have been selected for the final pitch competition at the Latitude59 Kenya Edition 2025, out of over 200 applications from 27 countries. These finalists will present their innovative solutions from December 3 to 5, 2025, at the A.S.K Dome in Nairobi.

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tech1w ago

FSD Africa Unveils a $30 Million Insurtech Fund to Boost Inclusive Insurance Across Africa

FSD Africa has launched a $30 million Insurtech Fund (3iF) to invest in early-stage insurtech startups across Africa, aiming to boost inclusive insurance for underserved populations. The initiative also includes a new regulatory toolkit to streamline approvals and encourage innovation.

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tech1w ago

Westcon Comstor Partners With Fortanix to Strengthen Secure AI and Post Quantum Readiness Across EMEA

Westcon Comstor has partnered with Fortanix, a global data security company, to provide advanced data security services across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). This collaboration aims to strengthen secure AI environments and prepare organizations for post-quantum readiness.

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tech1w ago

Vodacom Tanzania Launches M-Pesa Global Payment with Visa, Alipay, MTN and Thunes

Vodacom Tanzania has launched M-Pesa Global Payment, new international payment features in partnership with Visa, Alipay, MTN Uganda, and Thunes, to boost digital financial inclusion and cross-border trade.

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Flutterwave Expands Send App to the US and Adds Full Support for Major Cards Globally

Flutterwave has expanded its Send App remittance solution to the United States and reintroduced full support for major international credit cards. This update enables more flexible and secure money transfers from the US, UK, and Europe to various African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Egypt, and Cameroon.

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Visa Partners with Aquanow to Enable Faster Settlement Using Stablecoins

Visa has expanded its stablecoin settlement capabilities in the CEMEA region through a partnership with Aquanow, aiming to accelerate cross-border transactions. This collaboration integrates Aquanow’s digital asset infrastructure with Visa’s technology, enabling settlements using approved stablecoins like USDC to reduce costs and processing times.

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