Year: 2024
- Aug- 2024 -14 AugustOpinion
Starlink Aggressively Expands in Kenya, Offering Strong Alternative to Safaricom, Airtel 5G
Starlink aggressively expands in Kenya, offering affordable high-speed internet kits, challenging local telcos with superior service and pricing.
- 13 AugustAnnouncements
Infinix Celebrates Uganda Brand Ambassador Joshua Cheptegei Olympic Triumph
Infinix celebrates Ugandan brand ambassador Joshua Cheptegei’s Olympic gold, highlighting their partnership in technology, education, and bridging the digital divide…
- 13 August24 Bit
Airtel’s Battle for Market Share in Kenya: What’s Holding Them Back?
One of the main topics we tackled was Airtel’s competitiveness in a market dominated by Safaricom. We talked about their…
- 13 AugustNews
Equity Group Strategic Growth: 12% Profit Rise in H1 2024
Equity Group Holdings Plc reports 12% profit growth, driven by regional expansion, digital transformation, and strategic diversification in 2024.
- 12 AugustAnnouncements
Safaricom 5G is Now Available Across All 47 Counties
Safaricom 5G has been expanded to all the 47 counties in Kenya, making it the largest 5G network in the…
- 12 AugustAnnouncements
Meta Launches Llama 3.1 Impact Grants to Empower AI-Driven Organizations Across Africa and the Middle East
Meta's Llama 3.1 Impact Grants offer up to $500,000 for AI-driven projects addressing social challenges in Africa, the Middle East,…
- 10 AugustAnnouncements
Safaricom to Conduct Scheduled M-PESA Maintenance on Sunday 11th August
Safaricom will conduct M-PESA maintenance on Sunday, August 11th, from 11 PM to 4 AM, affecting key services temporarily.
- 9 AugustNews
113 Scholars Under the Equity Leaders Program Join Top Global Universities
The Equity Leaders Program (ELP) empowers 113 African scholars with global university scholarships, fostering leadership and socio-economic development through comprehensive…
- 9 AugustNews
EADB Launches KES 892 Million Fund to Empower Kenyan SMEs
EADB launches a KES 892 million fund to support 1,300 Kenyan SMEs in sectors like agriculture, transport, commerce, and manufacturing.
- 9 AugustAnnouncements
Infinix Introduces NOTE 40 Racing Edition in Partnership with BMW Group Designworks
Infinix launches the NOTE 40 Racing Edition in Kenya, featuring a racing-inspired design, high-performance specs, and BMW Group Designworks collaboration.
- 7 AugustStartups
Join the TBD Hackathon: Innovate Payment Systems in Africa and Win Big!
Join the TBD Hackathon to innovate African payment systems, win Bitcoin prizes, and pitch your project at the Africa Bitcoin…
- 6 AugustAnnouncements
Meta Now Allows Kenyan Creators to Make Money from their Reels
Meta launches In-Stream Ads and Reels monetization in Kenya, empowering creators to earn from original content while adhering to policies.
- 6 AugustInteresting Reads
The End of Mobius Motors: Kenya’s Pioneering Automaker Shuts Down
Mobius Motors enters liquidation due to high import competition, lack of government support, taxation issues, and market readiness for SUVs.
- 6 AugustNews
Airtel Launches “GB kwa GB” Free Data Campaign to Promote Inclusion
Airtel Kenya's "GB kwa GB" campaign offers free weekly data to new and upgrading smartphone users, promoting digital inclusion.
- 5 AugustOpinion
Safaricom Home Fibre: A Nightmare of Unending Outages and Zero Compensation
Safaricom Home Fibre's frequent outages and poor communication frustrate customers, I am demanding urgent action from the Communication Authority.