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Yest 21:05 PM
Verto, the Nigerian B2B Payments Platform, Launches in the UAE
Verto, a Nigerian B2B payments platform, has officially launched operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), opening up new opportunities for Kenyan and African businesses engaging in trade with the Gulf region. With over $25 billion processed annually for global giants such as Unilever and Maersk, Verto is known for facilitating seamless, high-value transactions across […]
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Yest 11:59 AM
Sophos Launches Advisory Services to Deliver Proactive Cybersecurity Resilience
Sophos, a global cybersecurity firm, has announced the launch of Sophos Advisory Services, a new suite of security testing solutions aimed at helping organizations identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems. The services include External Penetration Testing, Internal Penetration Testing, Wireless Network Penetration Testing, and Web Application Security Assessments. According to Sophos, these offerings are … The post Sophos Launches Advisory Services to Deliver Proactive Cybersecurity Resilience appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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Yest 05:43 AM
Mastercard and mTek Launch Embedded Insurance Solutions Across East Africa
Mastercard has entered the embedded insurance space in East Africa through a strategic partnership with Insurtech company Hillcroft (mTek). The collaboration will see tailored insurance products integrated directly into Mastercard’s consumer and SME card offerings, enabling millions across the region to access affordable coverage within the payments ecosystem they already use. The initiative is designed … The post Mastercard and mTek Launch Embedded Insurance Solutions Across East Africa appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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Yest 04:01 AM
itel SUPER 26 Ultra With 144Hz Curved Display, 6000mAh Battery Launches in Kenya
itel has launched its new premium smartphone, itel SUPER 26 Ultra, in Kenya. Designed for style, strength, and intelligence, the itel says device delivers a premium curved AMOLED display, high-quality durability, and smart AI features, along with reliable brand service, all at an unbeatable price of KES 20,499. By leveraging an integrated global supply chain … The post itel SUPER 26 Ultra With 144Hz Curved Display, 6000mAh Battery Launches in Kenya appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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5 Oct 11:18 AM
OdiBets Ignites Kenyan Sports Betting Passion with Exclusive Offers for Premier League Thrills
As the English Premier League heats up and local Kenyan football fervor reaches new heights, OdiBets, Kenya’s leading online football betting platform, is rolling out an unbeatable lineup of promotions designed to supercharge every punter’s game. Drawing from the buzz of this week’s hottest deals, OdiBets is serving up free bets, massive odd boosts, and … The post OdiBets Ignites Kenyan Sports Betting Passion with Exclusive Offers for Premier League Thrills appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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4 Oct 16:25 PM
Gaming Firm PUBG Mobile Targets Student Market in Africa With New Campus Program
PUBG Mobile has launched a Campus Ambassador Program in Kenya and Nigeria, marking a push to capture Africa’s student market as the global gaming giant rolls out its Version 4.0 update. The initiative allows university students to organize on-campus tournaments, promote the game through content creation, and earn up to $500 a month. PUBG is … The post Gaming Firm PUBG Mobile Targets Student Market in Africa With New Campus Program appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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4 Oct 12:26 PM
Contactable Raises $13.5 Million to Expand Digital ID Services in Africa
Contactable, a South African provider of digital identity and eKYC solutions, has secured $13.5 million in funding to expand its platform and roll out new products across African markets. The financing round was led by Venture Capitalworks, with backing from Fireball Capital, Ke Nako Capital, and Mavovo, the Centurion-based company said in a LinkedIn post. […]
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4 Oct 12:13 PM
Blademy Raises Funding From FasterCapital to Scale Connected Health in West Africa
Blademy, a connected-health solution with connecting medical devices and consumables, has got more backing through FasterCapital’s EquityPilot program to accelerate deployment of its offline-capable, Bluetooth-connected health platform across West Africa, addressing urgent diabetes, hypertension and gout care gaps via tech, distribution and capital support. Blademy bundles Bluetooth low-cost glucometers, tensiometers and uric acid testers, battery […]
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4 Oct 11:55 AM
Senegal Launches $233M National Program to Train Teachers in Digital Tools and AI
Senegal has rolled out a $233 million program aimed at equipping more than 105,000 teachers and school administrators with digital and artificial intelligence (AI) skills, in a move designed to modernize its education system. The initiative, launched on September 30 by the Ministry of National Education (MEN), marks the first phase of the government’s Education […]
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4 Oct 06:41 AM
Huawei Africa Night 2025 Showcases Vision for “All Intelligence for New Africa
More than 500 government officials, industry leaders, partners, and experts gathered at Huawei Africa Night 2025, held alongside HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, to discuss how intelligent technologies can accelerate Africa’s digital transformation. The event, themed “All Intelligence for New Africa”, highlighted the continent’s leapfrog progress in ICT — from widespread adoption of 4G and 5G networks … The post Huawei Africa Night 2025 Showcases Vision for “All Intelligence for New Africa appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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4 Oct 05:43 AM
Safaricom Business Hosts Exclusive Cybersecurity Breakfast
Safaricom’s Enterprise arm, Safaricom Business, on Friday hosted an exclusive cybersecurity breakfast session, bringing together over 50 senior IT and security executives to discuss strategies for strengthening enterprise resilience amid rising cyber threats. Held as part of Cybersecurity awareness month, the session provided participants with an inside look at Safaricom’s Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) … The post Safaricom Business Hosts Exclusive Cybersecurity Breakfast appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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4 Oct 05:30 AM
Data centres in space? Jeff Bezos thinks it's possible
The number of these enormous centres, which store computing infrastructure, is growing exponentially as the world increasingly uses artificial intelligence and cloud computing, driving a surge in demand for electricity and water to cool their servers. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos gestures as he speaks at the main panel of Italian Tech Week 2025 in Turin, Italy October 3, 2025. REUTERS/Remo Casilli Am
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4 Oct 03:30 AM
More evidence suggests Saturn's moon Enceladus could support life
Researchers reexamined in great detail data obtained when Cassini conducted its closest flyby of Enceladus in 2008, including when it flew directly through plumes of ice grains and gases erupting from the ice-encrusted moon's surface through fractures near its south pole. In doing so, they were able to gain a clearer picture of the moon's subsurface chemistry. Saturn's ocean-bearing moon Enceladus
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3 Oct 13:08 PM
Paga Enters the U.S. to Build the First Real Banking Platform for African Migrants
Most fintechs entering the United States start by promising convenience. Paga is staking its entry on something deeper: familiarity. After 15 years operating across Nigeria’s notoriously fragmented payment rails, the company believes that hard-won muscle memory gives it an edge over America’s slickest neobanks. The pitch is deceptively simple: a fully insured U.S. checking account, … The post Paga Enters the U.S. to Build the First Real Banking Platform for African Migrants appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 12:57 PM
Careem Acquires Minority Stake in Swapp, Expands Car Rental Offering in the UAE
Careem has acquired a minority stake in Swapp, the UAE-based online car rental platform, deepening a partnership that began in 2022 when Swapp was integrated into the Careem Everything App as Careem Car Rental. The move strengthens Careem’s mobility portfolio and will support the rollout of new features including instant KYC for faster onboarding, […]
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3 Oct 12:24 PM
Africa’s Parallel Payment Revolutions: Why Local Stablecoin Systems and Bank Settlement Rails Are Racing to Replace the Dollar
Africa is attempting something few regions have dared to do in public view — unwind its dependence on the U.S. dollar without pretending the transition will be clean, ideological, or purely technological. The shift is happening on two tracks. One is being laid quietly by banks and multilateral lenders in the form of regional settlement … The post Africa’s Parallel Payment Revolutions: Why Local Stablecoin Systems and Bank Settlement Rails Are Racing to Replace the Dollar appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 11:55 AM
Africa Raises the Stakes in the AI Power Race as Botswana and Nigeria Build Green Data Fortresses for Hyperscalers
The competition to host Africa’s next wave of digital infrastructure is no longer just about fibre networks or cloud licenses. It is about power. More specifically, who can offer low-cost, always-on, cleaner energy to hyperscalers hungry for land and megawatts. Two unlikely frontrunners have emerged: Botswana and Nigeria. Both are promising renewable-powered data centres designed … The post Africa Raises the Stakes in the AI Power Race as Botswana and Nigeria Build Green Data Fortresses for Hyperscalers appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 11:35 AM
MTN’s Cloud-Native 5G Rollout Strategy Signals a New Playbook for African Networks
Every major operator in South Africa talks about 5G. Most have launched some form of it. Few, however, have rebuilt the core infrastructure that makes 5G more than a marketing label. MTN South Africa just did. Rather than simply layering faster radios on top of legacy plumbing, the operator, working with Ericsson, has completed a … The post MTN’s Cloud-Native 5G Rollout Strategy Signals a New Playbook for African Networks appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 11:21 AM
BECO Capital Raises $370 Million to Back MENA Founders
BECO Capital has closed $370 million across two new funds, expanding BECO’s ability to back founders from Pre-Seed to IPO, with a continued focus on the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The raise includes $120 million for BECO Fund IV, the firm’s fourth early-stage fund, and a $250 million Growth Fund. $120M BECO Fund IV to […]
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3 Oct 11:08 AM
Lisk Launches $15M Venture Fund for Web3 Startups
Lisk, the growth platform designed for Web3 founders in high-growth markets, has launched the Lisk EMpower Fund, a $15 million venture initiative aimed at backing Web3 startups solving real-world problems in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. The Lisk EMpower fund has already invested in Lov.cash, a South African digital supply chain platform, Afrikabal, an African […]
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3 Oct 10:44 AM
Street Wallet Acquires Digitip to Expand Digital Payments for Informal Traders
South African fintech startup Street Wallet has acquired Digitip, a platform that allows informal workers to receive digital tips, in a deal aimed at deepening its presence in KwaZulu-Natal and broadening access to the digital economy. Founded in 2021 by Kosta Scholiadis, Street Wallet provides mobile payment solutions tailored for informal traders and service providers. […]
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3 Oct 10:38 AM
Innovation, Ethics and Accessibility Take Center Stage at TechTrends AI Forum Awards in Nairobi
The TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum in Nairobi concluded on a high note with an awards segment that celebrated the companies turning bold ideas into practical impact. Rather than end on theory or policy debate, the organisers chose to close the Forum by recognising real-world execution — rewarding the startups and tech leaders already delivering … The post Innovation, Ethics and Accessibility Take Center Stage at TechTrends AI Forum Awards in Nairobi appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 10:05 AM
TechTrends AI Forum Becomes the Defining Moment for Africa’s Push Toward Ethical, Affordable and Regulated AI Deployment
The opening moments made it clear that this wasn’t going to be another polite showcase of futuristic technology. Organisers stressed that AI adoption in Kenya should be defined by utility and responsibility, not slogans or imported narratives. That framing stayed consistent throughout the day — and the audience held each speaker to it. Sama Session: … The post TechTrends AI Forum Becomes the Defining Moment for Africa’s Push Toward Ethical, Affordable and Regulated AI Deployment appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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3 Oct 05:12 AM
itel S26 Ultra Named No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at TechTrends AI Forum
The itel S26 Ultra has been recognized as the No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum, held in Nairobi. The award highlights the growing demand for affordable smartphones that deliver premium design and practical features without a heavy price tag. The itel S26 Ultra stood out for offering: … The post itel S26 Ultra Named No.1 Recommended Curved Display Phone Under $175 at TechTrends AI Forum appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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2 Oct 18:45 PM
Kenya’s Mawingu Raises $20 Million to Expand Rural Internet Access
Mawingu Networks Ltd., a Kenyan internet service provider focused on underserved communities, has raised $20 million in Series C funding to expand affordable broadband across rural areas. The round was led entirely by Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Managers, a Johannesburg-based private equity firm investing in African infrastructure. Mawingu, which currently serves more than 120,000 people in […]
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2 Oct 15:13 PM
TikTok partners with Gov't to empower content creators
The announcement came during the annual #LevelUpAfrica Creator Education Day, hosted in partnership with the Government of Kenya on Wednesday. The event brought together creators, government representatives, industry leaders, and media, with a central focus on investing in Kenya’s digital creative economy and empowering young people. Industry leaders, creators, media, and government representative
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2 Oct 13:00 PM
ARC Ride Raises $10M to Scale Electric Mobility in Kenya
ARC Ride has raised $10 million from Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers, in senior secured debt that will be used to fund over 600 battery-swapping cabinets and 25,000 batteries. This follows the $5 million financing from British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor to provide affordable, reliable and clean e-mobility solutions […]
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2 Oct 12:43 PM
Safaricom Business Hosts Exclusive Cybersecurity Breakfast Ahead of Cybersecurity Summit 2025
Safaricom’s Enterprise arm, Safaricom Business has hosted an exclusive cybersecurity session, bringing together over 50 senior IT and security executives to discuss strategies for strengthening enterprise resilience amid rising cyber threats. Held as part of Cybersecurity awareness month, the session provided participants with an inside look at Safaricom’s Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) and how […]
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2 Oct 12:22 PM
How Businesses Can Streamline Front Desk Operations with Smart Tech
The way a business manages its front desk speaks volumes about its professionalism and attention to detail. Whether welcoming clients, partners, or employees, the reception area sets the tone for the entire experience. Yet, traditional processes like manual logbooks often slow things down. This article looks at how smart technology is reshaping front desk operations […]
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2 Oct 11:38 AM
Ex-MarketForce and Chpter Founders Launch Cloud9 Money, a Neobank for Africa’s Young Generation
Tesh Mbaabu and Mesongo Sibuti, the co-founders of MarketForce and Chpter have announced the launch of Cloud9 Money, a new neobank designed to give Africa’s youth a faster, smarter, and more human financial experience. Unlike traditional banks, neobanks operate fully online and are built around mobile-first lifestyles. Cloud9 Money is positioning itself as part of […]
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2 Oct 07:30 AM
Google says hackers are sending extortion emails to executives
Google said a group claiming affiliation with the ransomware gang cl0p was sending emails to executives. The new Google logo is seen in this illustration taken May 13, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration Alphabet's Google said hackers are sending extortion emails to an unspecified number of executives, claiming to have stolen sensitive data from their Oracle business applications. In a statement
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2 Oct 05:03 AM
OpenAI launches new AI video app spun from copyrighted content
Copyright owners, such as television and movie studios, must opt out of having their work appear in the video feed, company officials said, describing it as a continuation of its prior policy toward image generation. OpenAI logo is seen in this illustration taken March 31, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo OpenAI is releasing an AI video-generating app called Sora that lets people c
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1 Oct 20:14 PM
Safaricom Spark Accelerator Unveils 10 Startups for its Second Cohort
Safaricom has announced the selection of 10 startups as finalists for the second cohort of the Spark Accelerator Program, chosen from a competitive pool of more than 200 applicants. The selected startups – Mediakits.Io, WePlay Arcade, GoPay, FlexPay, QuePay, Leta.AI, Oye, DigiTax, Incourage Insurance Agency Limited and StockApp will participate in an intensive three-month program […]
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1 Oct 14:10 PM
Price Action Trading in Crypto Markets: A Comprehensive Guide
In the fast-paced and volatile world of cryptocurrency trading, traders seek strategies that offer clarity and precision. Price action trading has emerged as a prominent methodology, focusing on analyzing the raw price movements of digital assets without relying on lagging indicators. This approach allows traders to make informed decisions based on current market behavior, making … The post Price Action Trading in Crypto Markets: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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1 Oct 06:08 AM
[Interview] George Mudhune on Strategy, Growth and Renewable Energy Access in Africa
Africa’s business and energy sectors are entering a period of rapid transformation, where innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand. At the centre of this shift is George Mudhune, Head of Wholesale & Partnerships for Africa at ENGIE Energy Access, and a strategic leader known for scaling startups, building partnerships, and driving market growth … The post [Interview] George Mudhune on Strategy, Growth and Renewable Energy Access in Africa appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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1 Oct 03:50 AM
Protect Your Money: How to Verify and Avoid Scammers Posing as Fake Agents
Kenya is experiencing a significant rise in fraud, both online and offline. From cyberattacks targeting critical systems to fake agents and mobile phone scams, fraudsters are exploiting every vulnerability to steal money and sensitive information. A recent report, the Cyber Shujaa Industry Report 2025, revealed that Kenya recorded 2.5 billion cyberattacks between January and March … The post Protect Your Money: How to Verify and Avoid Scammers Posing as Fake Agents appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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30 Sep 2025
EA Announces Acquired by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners for $55 Billion
Electronic Arts, the marker of games such as EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, Need for Speed, Dragon Age, Titanfall among others is set to be acquired for a whooping $55 billion. EA will be acquired by an investor consortium comprising of PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners in an all-cash transaction. The […]
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30 Sep 2025
Prosus’s OLX Group Acquires French Motors Classifieds Platform La Centrale for EUR1.1B
OLX Group, a Prosus-owned online classifieds leader is set to acquire La Centrale, a French autos classifieds platform, from Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. for EUR1.1 billion. Closing is expected by year-end, subject to a customary employee consultation process. ”La Centrale is a natural fit within our classifieds portfolio,” commented Christian Gisy, CEO of OLX. “Our […]
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30 Sep 2025
Pesalink, Cellulant to Power Instant Bank-to-Bank Merchant Payments in Kenya
Pesalink and Cellulant have partnered to scale customer-to-business (C2B) payments for online services in Kenya. The deal will see Pesalink integrate Cellulant’s payment platform, Tingg, which connects over 80 financial institutions—including 39 commercial banks, SACCOs, and fintechs into its platform, linking millions of bank accounts directly to merchants. “Pesalink was built to simplify life through […]
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30 Sep 2025
OKO Secures a Six-Digit Round to Scale Climate Resilience in Africa
OKO, a pioneering ClimateTech and AgriTech company providing climate insurance for agricultural value chains in Africa, today announced it has secured a six-digit funding round led by Catalyst Fund, with participation from two existing investors. This new capital will accelerate OKO’s commercial growth – already active in several multi-country partnerships with financial institutions and agro-industries […]
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30 Sep 2025
Samuel Gikandi, Africa’s Talking Founder CEO Forced Out
When Samuel Gikandi and his cofounders launched Africa’s Talking in 2010, the idea was to bridge a critical gap: helping developers build applications that could tap directly into telecom infrastructure. At a time when African businesses struggled to integrate SMS, USSD, and mobile payments into their services, Africa’s Talking became a quiet but powerful enabler. […]
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30 Sep 2025
Mombasa, Bolt Partner to Boost Youth Jobs and Ride-Hailing Safety
The County Government of Mombasa is deepening its collaboration with Bolt in a new partnership that will expand youth employment opportunities and improve safety and regulation in the ride-hailing industry. Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir today hosted a delegation from Bolt at his office to discuss ways of scaling up the company’s operations and creating more … The post Mombasa, Bolt Partner to Boost Youth Jobs and Ride-Hailing Safety appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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30 Sep 2025
TechTrends Media to Host High-Level AI Business Forum in Nairobi This Week
TechTrends Media has announced the TechTrends AI Breakfast Forum, a half-day business gathering focused on real-world applications of artificial intelligence in enterprise operations. The event will take place on Thursday, 2 October 2025, at Hyatt Place, Nairobi, bringing together corporate executives, technology leaders, and policy voices navigating AI adoption across sectors. The forum will open … The post TechTrends Media to Host High-Level AI Business Forum in Nairobi This Week appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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30 Sep 2025
Aga Khan University Hospital acquires new model that diagnoses infections in just 30 minutes, down from 18 hours
Using MALDI-TOF technology, it can rapidly detect a wide range of microorganisms—including bacteria, fungi, yeast, and other hard-to-identify pathogens that cause pneumonia, meningitis, gastroenteritis, urinary tract infections, and other diseases. BioMérieux Vice President for Clinical Operations Africa Marc Haribou (c) joins Aga Khan University Hospital team led by CEO Rashid Khalani (3R) during
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29 Sep 2025
Aquilastar’s EV Plant Is Rising in Olkaria While the Data Hub Next Door Has Yet to Break Ground. Which One Signals Kenya’s Future?
Olkaria was supposed to symbolize Kenya’s big leap into the future — a geothermal valley where battery-powered vehicles and AI-ready data halls could coexist, each feeding off carbon-free steam rising from the earth. Two headline projects embodied that promise: Aquilastar’s EV plant in Olkaria, now steadily taking shape, and a billion-dollar data center campus announced … The post Aquilastar’s EV Plant Is Rising in Olkaria While the Data Hub Next Door Has Yet to Break Ground. Which One Signals Kenya’s Future? appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
This Pesapal Pezesha Credit Partnership Could Decide Which Ugandan Merchants Grow and Which Stay Stuck
Pesapal could have stayed in its lane. Process transactions, issue receipts, stay invisible. Instead, it has picked a new role: financier. In teaming up with Pezesha, the company is weaving lending straight into its payment rails. No loan queues. No paperwork rituals. Eligibility determined by how a business behaves behind the till. If you accept … The post This Pesapal Pezesha Credit Partnership Could Decide Which Ugandan Merchants Grow and Which Stay Stuck appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
Africa’s Insurance Leaders Forge AI-Driven Future at InsurTech Forum Nairobi
Africa’s insurance leaders have called for more digital connectivity and urgent adoption of connected data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive efficiency, cut costs and expand insurance access to cater for uninsured customer segments across the region. Speaking at the InsurTech Forum Nairobi (ITFN) 2025, the leaders emphasised the need to break away from outdated … The post Africa’s Insurance Leaders Forge AI-Driven Future at InsurTech Forum Nairobi appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
Tala’s Global Expansion Strategy Is Spreading Across Six Countries — But Can AI-Priced Debt Really Count as Financial Inclusion?
Most startups that survive long enough begin acting their age — cutting burn, consolidating markets, moving from chaos to caution. Tala, the Santa Monica-based microloan provider, never got that memo. Eleven years in, the company is still unprofitable, still lending to the riskiest customer segment on earth — low-income borrowers in developing markets — and … The post Tala’s Global Expansion Strategy Is Spreading Across Six Countries — But Can AI-Priced Debt Really Count as Financial Inclusion? appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
Spotify’s Future Strategy Points to a Bigger Battle Than Apple Music — It Wants to Own Every Sound That Touches Your Day
Spotify doesn’t need to beat Apple Music or YouTube anymore. It already has. The streaming wars are over, and Spotify quietly holds the high ground — not by offering the most features, but by establishing itself as the default layer between people and sound. Which leads to a new tension inside the company’s trajectory — … The post Spotify’s Future Strategy Points to a Bigger Battle Than Apple Music — It Wants to Own Every Sound That Touches Your Day appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
Digital Convenience vs Ecological Sovereignty: Kenya’s Tourism Sector Faces Its First Platform War
Tourism used to be guided by memory, luck, and handshake logistics. If you made it to Nairobi National Park, it was because you knew someone who knew someone who had a cousin with a van. Today, the new gatekeepers aren’t rangers or tour operators — they’re apps. Kenya’s tourism industry is no longer just modernising. … The post Digital Convenience vs Ecological Sovereignty: Kenya’s Tourism Sector Faces Its First Platform War appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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29 Sep 2025
CBK’s Fee Cap Gambit: Cheaper Mobile Money for Kenyans, or a Slow Squeeze on M-Pesa’s Golden Engine?
For nearly two decades, M-Pesa has operated like essential infrastructure and untouchable monopoly at the same time — a utility wrapped in a business model. Now, for the first time since Covid-era fee waivers, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is preparing a permanent intervention: a CBK mobile money fee cap that would cut average … The post CBK’s Fee Cap Gambit: Cheaper Mobile Money for Kenyans, or a Slow Squeeze on M-Pesa’s Golden Engine? appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
Apple Chased Thinness. Samsung Chased Balance. Now the iPhone Air Has No Excuse.
The first time you pick up the iPhone Air, you don’t just notice it — you underestimate it. It feels like a mock-up. A prop. A decoy phone that’s supposed to be swapped out for the real one. Then you unlock it, use it, and think: Well, damn. They actually did it. Apple’s thinnest smartphone … The post Apple Chased Thinness. Samsung Chased Balance. Now the iPhone Air Has No Excuse. appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
Kenya Turns the Tables on Global Digital Services with SEP Tax Enforcement via Local Users
Kenya’s digital economy is quietly evolving into a battleground between tech giants and local authorities. With the Significant Economic Presence (SEP) tax replacing the old Digital Service Tax (DST), the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is now considering a move that could redefine how Kenyans interact with global platforms. Local users of Amazon, Netflix, and other … The post Kenya Turns the Tables on Global Digital Services with SEP Tax Enforcement via Local Users appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
Kenya’s Electric Future: How 10,000 EV Charging Stations Could Unlock Mass Adoption of Clean Transport
Kenya is fast-tracking its clean-transport ambitions. The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has unveiled a $47.26 million (Sh6.12 billion) plan to roll out 10,000 EV charging stations across the country. The project is designed to overcome a persistent obstacle for EV adoption: the lack of charging infrastructure outside Nairobi. The rollout will occur in three … The post Kenya’s Electric Future: How 10,000 EV Charging Stations Could Unlock Mass Adoption of Clean Transport appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
Kenya’s 1.4 Million Smartphone Loans Highlight the Rising Influence of Watu Africa
In Nairobi’s crowded streets and rural villages alike, a smartphone is no longer just a communication device. For many Kenyans, it is a bridge to income, digital finance, and social mobility. Watu Africa has tapped directly into this dynamic, moving 1.46 million smartphones through its Watu Simu buy-now pay-later programme last year. That is nearly … The post Kenya’s 1.4 Million Smartphone Loans Highlight the Rising Influence of Watu Africa appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
KRA Digital Tax Collection Surges to Sh2.3 Billion as Kenya Claims Its Slice of Foreign Tech Revenue
By the end of August 2025, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) had pulled in Sh2.3 billion from 454 foreign digital service providers, ranging from ride-hailing apps to streaming platforms. Most of these companies—Amazon, Netflix, Microsoft, Facebook, Alibaba—operate entirely online, with no Kenyan offices, which historically allowed them to sidestep traditional income taxes. This influx is … The post KRA Digital Tax Collection Surges to Sh2.3 Billion as Kenya Claims Its Slice of Foreign Tech Revenue appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
The Safari Goes Digital: How Bolt and Uber Are Turning Wildlife Tourism into a Click-to-Book Price War
Uber’s move into safari bookings did not arrive with fanfare. It appeared quietly inside its standard ride-hailing app — wedged between everyday transport options — as if a game drive were no more unusual than a trip to the supermarket. Yet the implications of Uber Safaris are anything but subtle. By integrating national park excursions … The post The Safari Goes Digital: How Bolt and Uber Are Turning Wildlife Tourism into a Click-to-Book Price War appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
CBK Digital Fraud Compensation Plan Could Finally Force Telcos and Banks to Refund Scam Victims — Whether They Like It or Not
Kenya’s fintech revolution has long been celebrated for its ingenuity — a country where almost everyone can send money across counties faster than most governments can send mail. But beneath that efficiency sits a toll system few talk about openly: fraud as a recurring user expense. If your mobile wallet is compromised, or you’re tricked … The post CBK Digital Fraud Compensation Plan Could Finally Force Telcos and Banks to Refund Scam Victims — Whether They Like It or Not appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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28 Sep 2025
Tems Lands in Nairobi With More Than a Concert — She’s Testing Whether Kenya Is Ready for Women to Lead Its Music Industry
By the time Tems walks onto the Blankets & Wine stage tonight — or by the time you’re reading this, after the roar has faded — it will be clear that her presence in Nairobi was never just about a performance. It was a diagnostic. A quiet but potent test of whether East Africa’s music … The post Tems Lands in Nairobi With More Than a Concert — She’s Testing Whether Kenya Is Ready for Women to Lead Its Music Industry appeared first on TechTrendsKE.
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27 Sep 2025
Yango Ventures Backs Kenya’s SME Lending Fintech Zanifu
Zanifu, a Kenyan fintech focused on working-capital loans for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), has secured an investment from Yango Ventures as it eyes expansion across the African continent. Since launching, Zanifu has deployed over $60 million in credit to more than 15,000 businesses, and has reached breakeven for two consecutive months—rare milestones in […]
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