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Samsung overtakes TECNO in Q4 2025 MEA smartphone market share

Samsung has significantly overtaken TECNO in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) smartphone market, capturing a substantial 28% market share in Q4 2025. This marks a major shift from their previous standing and sees TECNO dethroned as the regional budget king.

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tech19h ago

M-PESA hits 40 million monthly active users in Kenya as it turns 19

Safaricom's M-PESA has achieved a significant milestone, reaching 40 million monthly active users in Kenya as it celebrates its 19th anniversary on March 6, 2026.

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tech18h ago

Safaricom deploys COWs & 5G upgrades to keep networks running at the 2026 Safari Rally

Safaricom is deploying advanced network solutions, including Connectivity on Wheels (COWs) and 5G upgrades, to ensure robust connectivity during the 2026 WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha.

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tech8h ago

Court Strikes Down Kenya’s ‘Fake News’ Laws, But Upholds Police Spying Powers.

Kenya's Court of Appeal has struck down key sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act (2018) that criminalised the sharing of "fake news," offering a significant victory for free expression. However, the ruling also cemented police powers for digital surveillance and data collection.

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tech1d ago

“With what electricity & water?” Kenyans question push for local AI data centres

Kenya's special envoy for technology has urged global investors to establish AI data centers in the country, aiming to position Kenya as a leader in Africa's digital economy. This pitch faces significant public skepticism due to existing utility challenges.

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tech1d ago

Boeing and FASESA Bring ‘The First African Spacesuit’ Challenge to 2,000 Students in 2026 Expansion

Boeing and FASESA are expanding their "Pathways to Space" programme to reach over 2,000 high school students across South Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Nigeria in 2026. The initiative aims to cultivate the next generation of African aerospace talent.

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tech1d ago

GSMA launches Swahili AI reasoning model at MWC 2026

At MWC 2026 in Barcelona, the GSMA launched its AI Language Models Initiative, aiming to develop AI systems by Africans for Africans, with a significant focus on local languages.

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tech1d ago

Safaricom’s Ziidi hits 4.3 million users, bags ‘Best FinTech’ award at MWC 2026

Safaricom's innovative mobile money market fund, Ziidi, has achieved remarkable growth, reaching 4.3 million users and earning the prestigious 'Best FinTech & Digital Commerce Innovation' award at MWC 2026 in Barcelona.

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tech1d ago

China’s Huawei is the brain behind Safaricom’s Ziidi platform

Huawei has been revealed as the technical backbone behind Safaricom’s highly successful Ziidi wealth platform, which has surpassed 4.3 million users in Kenya.

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tech1d ago

MultiChoice shuts down Showmax

MultiChoice has confirmed the shutdown of its streaming service, Showmax, after nearly a decade in operation. The decision follows a strategic review by its new parent company, Canal+, citing unsustainable annual losses in the competitive streaming market.

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tech1d ago

Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra launched with a 7000mAh battery, 100W fast charging, and supercar design

Infinix has launched its new flagship smartphone, the NOTE 60 Ultra, at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona. The device boasts a striking supercar-inspired design and ambitious new features.

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tech1d ago

GSMA’s $40 smartphone pilot skips Kenya: A lesson from Safaricom Neon experiment?

The GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition has launched a pilot program to offer 4G smartphones for just $40 in six African countries, notably excluding Kenya.

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tech2d ago

Early TECNO CAMON 50 Pro camera impressions show off insane zoom capabilities [Gallery]

Early impressions of the TECNO CAMON 50 Pro, retailing between KES 30,000 to KES 40,000, highlight exceptional zoom capabilities for its price range.

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tech2d ago

Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo is Here: The Chromebook Killer That Makes the iPad Air Obsolete

Apple has launched the MacBook Neo, an entry-level laptop priced at $599, aiming to disrupt the budget laptop market and challenge Chromebooks and even its own iPad Air.

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tech2d ago

Ghana Just Activated 5G. Why Their ‘Mega Mall’ Telecom Strategy Could Change Africa.

Ghana has officially launched its 5G network through Next Gen InfraCo (NGIC), adopting a "neutral-host" or wholesale-first model that could reshape Africa's telecom industry.

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tech2d ago

TECNO CAMON 50 series goes official with triple 50MP Sony cameras & off-grid tracking

TECNO has officially launched its new flagship CAMON 50 Series, featuring advanced AI-powered photography and innovative durability features. The lineup aims to challenge the sub-$600 market with pro-grade camera capabilities and practical AI integrations.

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tech2d ago

TECNO CAMON 50 series promises 5 years of software support

TECNO has announced its CAMON 50 series will receive 3 generations of Android OS updates across a 5-year support window.

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tech2d ago

Apple’s $699 MacBook Neo could launch today

Apple is reportedly set to launch a new, more affordable laptop, the MacBook Neo, as early as today, aiming to re-enter the budget-friendly market segment.

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tech3d ago

Meta Ray-Ban AI Glasses under scrutiny as Kenyan workers admit reviewing intimate user footage, including sex & undressing

An investigation has revealed that Meta's Ray-Ban AI Glasses are collecting intimate and unanonymized user footage, which is then reviewed by subcontracted data annotators in Nairobi. Users are reportedly unaware that the glasses continue to record even when not being worn.

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tech3d ago

TECNO Spark Slim 2 showcased at MWC 2026 with world’s slimmest bezels, specs revealed

TECNO has unveiled the Spark Slim 2 at MWC 2026, boasting the world's slimmest bezels and an ultra-thin profile.

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tech3d ago

Apple’s M5 Mac Refresh: The Stealth Price Hike, The AI Bottleneck, and the 120Hz Display We’ve Been Waiting For

Apple has launched its refreshed Mac lineup with M5 chips, featuring significant upgrades and a subtle price increase on base models.

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tech3d ago

After Starlink, now Safaricom has Amazon Leo via Vodafone

Vodafone, through its subsidiary Vodacom which has a majority stake in Safaricom, has partnered with Amazon Leo for satellite broadband to connect remote mobile base stations across Europe and Africa.

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tech4d ago

Gmail is deprecating Gmailify & POP fetching: Here’s how your workflow will change

Google is deprecating Gmailify and the "Check mail from other accounts" (POP fetching) feature in Gmail, impacting users who manage multiple email addresses through the platform.

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tech4d ago

Google is closing Android, but ~50 organizations are fighting back

Google is set to close aspects of Android's open ecosystem in September 2026, prompting a strong backlash from nearly 50 organizations fighting to preserve its openness.

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tech4d ago

Airtel doubles Amazing Daily data bundle to 4GB at 99 bob

Airtel Kenya has significantly boosted its popular Amazing Daily data plan, offering subscribers double the data for the same price.

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tech5d ago

CBK approves phone number masking in Lipa na M-Pesa Till and Paybill transactions

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has approved Safaricom's request to mask customer names and phone numbers in Lipa na M-Pesa transactions, enhancing digital privacy for users.

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tech1w ago

One Piece ss2 & Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man top Netflix Kenya in March 2026

Netflix Kenya has unveiled its lineup for March 2026, featuring a variety of new and returning series and films, with One Piece Season 2 and Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man being major highlights.

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tech1w ago

Top 10 Africa AI cities rankings (2026): Nairobi secures 4th spot, Addis Ababa in 9th

Nairobi has been recognized as a leading Artificial Intelligence hub in Africa, securing the 4th position in the Counterpoint Research 2026 Africa AI Cities Index. The report highlights the city's progress in AI adoption and development.

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tech1w ago

Pesalink Finally Wakes Up: The PAPSS Integration That Bypasses the Dollar and Threatens the Fintech Ecosystem

Pesalink has integrated with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), enabling instant, 24/7 cross-border payments in local currencies across Africa and bypassing the US Dollar.

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tech1w ago

Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds4 series debuts

Samsung has launched its new Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro earbuds, coinciding with the unveiling of the Galaxy S26 series. These earbuds feature a redesigned "Blade" aesthetic and advanced AI integration.

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