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Giga Adds 12 New Countries to Its School Connectivity Initiative
Giga expands to 30 countries, aiming to connect schools globally to the internet by 2030, led by UNICEF, ITU.
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Google experiments with Generative AI Search in Africa
Google introduces Search Generative Experience in Africa, enhancing search with AI for better information access and diversity.
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Safaricom Reports Impressive Growth in Fibre and Fixed Enterprise
Safaricom's Half Year 2024 results show a 29% revenue growth in Fibre services with expanding customer base.
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Infinix SMART 8 arrives for Black Friday with 8GB RAM, 128GB storage at KES 16,000
The Infinix SMART 8, a budget-friendly phone with upgraded features, launched in Kenya with two variations.
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Servercore Expands to Kenya with Cutting-Edge Cloud Services
Servercore launches in Kenya, offering scalable cloud services and IT solutions in a thriving, innovative technological landscape.
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Safaricom’s Half-Year Results 2024: A Detailed Analysis
Safaricom reports robust half-year growth, driven by M-PESA and data services, amid strategic price reductions and expansion.
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Kenya Triples Fees for Getting IDs, Passports, Birth Certificates and More
Kenyan government to hike essential service fees amidst economic woes, sparking widespread public fury on social media.
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Jumia Launches Very Muted 2023 Black Friday ‘Celebration’
Jumia Kenya launches its 10th Black Friday, offering month-long discounts in partnership with top brands like Garnier and Nivea.
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itel S23+ is Very Impressive and it’s Launching in Kenya Soon
itel set to unveil S23+ with curved AMOLED display, AI assistant, fast charging, advanced cameras, and unbeatable price & warranty.
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BasiGo to Accelerate Rwanda’s E-Mobility with $1.5 Million USAID Grant
BasiGo receives a $1.5 million USAID grant to expand electric bus operations, aiming for 200 buses in Rwanda by 2025.
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Airtel is Rolling Out 5G Access in Kenya at Breakneck Speeds
Airtel Kenya accelerates 5G rollout, targeting 32 counties with competitive speeds and affordable plans by year's end.
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DEALS: Carrefour Launches Month-Long Shopping Extravaganza in Kenya
Carrefour launches EPIC Carrefour Friday, transforming November into a month-long celebration of deals across various product categories.
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Airtel Money Reduces Paybill and Bank Transfer Charges
Airtel Money in Kenya reduces paybill and wallet charges, enhancing digital payment affordability amid increasing e-citizen usage.
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Pay Your Little Cab Driver with Just a Tap of Your Card on Their Phone
Little App, Absa, and Visa introduce NFC payment, allowing quick, secure cab fare transactions just by tap and go of…














