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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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Bento Advocates for Digital Taxation in Africa with New White Paper
Bento's White Paper urges African nations to adopt digital tax solutions to boost revenue and combat economic challenges.
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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…
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Airtel Africa Posts Strong Half-Year Results Despite Currency Challenges
Airtel Africa reports strong half-year growth, despite forex challenges, with significant customer increase and solid financial performance.
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Apple Unveils M3 MacBook Pros in Scary Fast Could-Have-Been-An-Email Event
Apple "Scary Fast" event unveiled the M3 chip and new MacBook Pros, featuring substantial enhancements and a new Space Black…
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Kenya’s First Locally Assembled Devices are the Familiar Neon Smartphones We’ve Seen from Safaricom
Kenyans await "Made in Kenya" $40 smartphones, but the locally assembled NEON devices raise questions about assembly and ownership.
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PS Tanui Affirms Government Commitment to Safe Cyberspace
ICT PS John Tanui emphasizes the need for a secure digital space as the government aims to expand the digital…
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Bolt Kenya Suspends Booking Fee Amidst Licensing Dispute with NTSA
Bolt Kenya suspends 5% booking fee, seeking NTSA clarification amidst licensing dispute, ensuring uninterrupted services, legal compliance.
