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tech1d ago

Visa Launches Visa Pay in the DRC

Visa has launched Visa Pay in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), an innovative mobile solution designed to provide access to digital payments and account-to-account money movement. This interoperable and secure platform aims to serve both banked and unbanked consumers, facilitating payments and money transfers across participating banks and mobile networks.

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Equity Bank, PesaLink and NALA Partner to Simplify Remittances to Kenya

Equity Bank, PesaLink, and NALA have partnered to streamline and simplify remittances for Kenyans living abroad, enabling instant delivery of funds to mobile wallets and bank accounts in Kenya.

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tech2d ago

Vertiv Expands PowerIT Line with Rack PDU for AI and HPC Workloads

Vertiv has launched new Vertiv PowerIT rack Power Distribution Units (PDU) designed to meet the escalating power demands of AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC) workloads in data centers.

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tech2d ago

Absa Launches “Play Your Cards Right” Initiative to Accelerate Card Usage

Absa Bank Kenya has launched a three-month promotion, "Play Your Cards Right," to incentivize everyday debit and credit card usage with significant rewards. This initiative aims to boost digital payments and shift consumer perception of card use beyond ATM withdrawals.

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tech3d ago

Xiaomi Launches Redmi 15C in Kenya with a 6,000 mAh Battery at KES 11,999

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 15C in Kenya, targeting users seeking powerful features without premium prices. This new smartphone boasts a large battery and rapid charging, among other enhancements, and will be available starting September 3, 2025.

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tech3d ago

Bolt Introduces High-Risk Area Alerts to Protect Drivers in South Africa

Following recent attacks on e-hailing drivers, Bolt is introducing new high-risk area alerts to warn drivers of unsafe zones. Drivers will not be penalized for declining trips in these areas, empowering them to prioritize their safety and make informed decisions.

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tech3d ago

Justyol Raises $1M to Scale Cross-Border E-Commerce in North Africa

Justyol, a Morocco-based cross-border e-commerce platform, has secured a $1 million funding and financing package to scale its operations and expand across North Africa, including preparations for a Series A round.

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tech2d ago

Women Who Build Africa to Host Nairobi Assembly in 2026, Applications Open for Female Founders

The Women Who Build Africa (WWBA) announced that its next flagship assembly will be held in Nairobi on February 5–6, 2026. This event aims to connect high-potential founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders, further cementing Nairobi's role as a key hub for African innovation.

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tech2d ago

Westcon-Comstor cuts carbon emissions, accelerates shift to renewables

Westcon-Comstor announced significant progress in reducing carbon emissions and increasing its use of renewable energy, detailed in its latest Responsible Business report.

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tech4d ago

Bolt Market Records 300% Growth in Kenya

Bolt Market, Bolt's grocery delivery service, has experienced a remarkable 300% increase in orders in Kenya since its launch in December 2024. This rapid growth highlights a strong preference for doorstep delivery among Kenyans, particularly for fresh produce and household goods.

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tech4d ago

DStv Price Hikes – How Subscriptions Compare Across Africa in 2025

MultiChoice has again increased DStv subscription fees across Africa from August 2025, citing foreign exchange pressures and rising operational costs. This has sparked debate about significant price discrepancies for the same service across different countries.

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tech4d ago

Munify Raises $3M Seed to Power Cross-Border Digital Banking

Egyptian fintech Munify secures $3M seed led by YC to expand cross-border banking services for Egyptians abroad.

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tech3d ago

Westcon-Comstor Signs Distribution Deal with 1Password to Boost Identity Security in EMEA

Westcon-Comstor has signed a distribution agreement with 1Password to enhance its identity security portfolio and create revenue opportunities for channel partners across EMEA. This collaboration aims to meet the surging enterprise demand for secure access management.

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tech3d ago

NTT DATA Appoints Jafar Kuruniyan as MEA CFO

NTT DATA has appointed Jafar Kuruniyan as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, succeeding Barry Curtin.

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tech5d ago

Ring-Ring, It’s a scam – Beware of fake support calls targeting your API

A new wave of phone impersonation scams is targeting cryptocurrency users, particularly those on Binance, by tricking them into altering Application Programming Interface (API) settings. Scammers pose as customer support agents, convincing victims to adjust settings that allow funds to be drained from their accounts.

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tech5d ago

Infinix GT 30 Pro Launches in Kenya for KES 39,999

The Infinix GT 30 Pro has officially launched in Kenya, priced at KES 39,999. This third-generation GT Series smartphone targets gamers with a 144Hz AMOLED display and a focus on high frame rate performance.

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tech6d ago

Mantrac Kenya Launches “Advantage” Loyalty Program

Mantrac Kenya has launched the “Advantage” Program, a new loyalty initiative designed to reward customers for their purchases of Caterpillar equipment, parts, and services as Caterpillar marks 100 years of dealership presence in Kenya.

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tech1w ago

Dubai Airport Launches World’s First AI-Powered Passport Control Corridor

Dubai International Airport has launched the world’s first AI-powered passport control corridor, allowing clearing of immigration in seconds

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tech1w ago

NTT DATA and Cisco Partner to Power Networking for the AI Era

NTT DATA and Cisco have partnered to release an IDC InfoBrief titled Wired for Intelligence: A CIO Guide to Enterprise Networking and AI, highlighting the critical need for modern network infrastructure to support the growing demands of AI integration across various industries.

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tech1w ago

Westcon-Comstor deepens Microsoft relationship to accelerate transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa

Westcon-Comstor announced a deepened relationship with Microsoft to accelerate partner and customer transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa through further investment. This news was shared at the Westcon Microsoft Partner Summit 2025 in a bid to help organizations modernize, adopt cloud and AI solutions, and strengthen security.

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tech1w ago

Datacentrix Wins Multiple Lenovo Awards for Excellence in ICT Across SADC

Datacentrix recently received multiple prestigious awards at Lenovo’s partner awards ceremony in South Africa, recognizing its excellence across various divisions.

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tech1w ago

Samsung’s 2025 TVs and Smart Monitors Come with Microsoft Copilot Built In

Samsung has announced that its 2025 lineup of TVs and Smart Monitors will integrate Microsoft Copilot, enhancing personalized and intelligent features through Samsung Vision AI.

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tech1w ago

TikTok for Artists Debuts in Kenya

TikTok has launched TikTok for Artists in Kenya, an all-in-one insights hub designed specifically for musicians, labels, and managers. This new platform aims to provide structured data and tools to help artists understand and leverage their performance on the app, moving beyond guesswork about audience engagement.

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tech1w ago

Huawei and Partners Train 500 Women and Youth in Murang’a with Digital Skills

A five-day Digital Skills Training Program in Murang’a County, spearheaded by Huawei Kenya and partners, has equipped 500 women and youth with essential digital competencies, aiming to bridge the digital divide and foster economic empowerment.

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tech1w ago

Hypeo Ai Secures Investment from Renew Capital to Transform Influencer Marketing in Africa and the Middle East

Hypeo Ai, a Morocco-based startup, secured investment from Renew Capital to revolutionize brand-creator collaborations across Africa and the Middle East by blending human creators with AI avatars for influencer campaigns.

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tech1w ago

Over 8 Million DDoS Attacks Recorded in 1H 2025, NETSCOUT Warns of AI-Powered Threats

NETSCOUT reports a staggering 8 million Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks globally in the first half of 2025, with over 3.2 million occurring in EMEA. The company warns of increasingly sophisticated, AI-powered threats and the evolution of DDoS into geopolitical weapons.

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tech1w ago

Old Mutual Kenya Delivers Resilient H1 2025 Results

Old Mutual Kenya has reported a resilient profit before tax of KES 380 million for the first half of 2025, despite challenging economic conditions and elevated claims. The company demonstrated its commitment to customers by paying out KES 452 million in insurance claims.

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tech1w ago

Vertiv Acquires Waylay to Boost AI Infrastructure Capabilities

Vertiv has announced the acquisition of Waylay NV, a Belgian startup specializing in hyperautomation and generative AI software platforms. This acquisition aims to boost Vertiv's AI infrastructure capabilities and accelerate its vision of intelligent, data-driven infrastructure.

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tech1w ago

Kenya Is One of 11 African Countries to Benefit from New Broadband Mapping Project

The Africa Broadband Mapping Systems Project (BPMAPS) was launched in Nairobi, with Kenya as one of 11 African countries to benefit. This EU, ITU, and CA-backed initiative aims to close Africa’s digital divide by guiding broadband infrastructure investment through data-driven mapping.

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tech1w ago

M-TIBA Earns Blue Company Certification for Ethical Business Practices

Kenyan healthtech platform M-TIBA has received The Blue Company Project Certification, recognizing its commitment to strong governance and integrity.

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