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Uber Finally Adds M-Pesa as Native Payment Option for Rides
Uber partners with Safaricom to offer M-Pesa payments for rides and driver earnings in Kenya, promoting financial inclusion.
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Worldcoin Activities Suspended in Kenya by Ministry of Interior
Kenya Ministry of Interior suspends Worldcoin due to data privacy concerns, highlighting risks in biometric data collection and distribution.
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Flapmax Partners with Intel to Accelerate AI Innovation in Africa
Flapmax partners with Intel to accelerate AI innovation in Africa, empowering startups through FAST Accelerator program.
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Safaricom New Move is to Invest Billions in Kenyan Tech Startups
Safaricom shareholders approve two subsidiaries to invest in and support Kenyan tech start-ups, despite challenging fiscal conditions.
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Africa’s First International Telecommunications Week happening in Nairobi this September
Africa's 1st International Telecommunications Week drives connectivity revolution, fostering partnerships for growth.
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TECNO unveils Luminous Leather Spark 10 Pro Magic Magenta Edition
TECNO launches SPARK 10 Pro Magic Magenta Edition, a vibrant smartphone with color-changing eco-leather and impressive features.
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Finance Act 2023: How M-Pesa & Call Rates Will Be Affected
Safaricom adjusts M-Pesa, call rates in response to Kenya's Finance Act 2023, altering excise duties on telecom services
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Worldcoin Launch Draws Concern from Kenya’s Data Protection Commissioner
Kenya's Data Protection Commissioner warns citizens about privacy concerns linked to Worldcoin iris-scanning data collection method.
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From Nairobi to Kigali, BasiGo Electric Buses Come to Rwanda
BasiGo partners with AC Mobility to bring affordable, accessible electric buses to Rwanda, aiming for fleet electrification by 2030.
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The AI Advantage: IBM Study Reveals African CEOs’ Strategy for Success
IBM study reveals African CEOs view advanced AI and analytics as key for success, despite facing adoption barriers.
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Kenya Cyber Attack: Anonymous Sudan Takes Credit for Major Digital Disruptions
Anonymous Sudan claimed cyber attack cripples Kenya’s M-Pesa, mySafaricom, Ecitizen services, and more including Kenya Power tokens
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Vana Launches in Kenya, Pioneering Personalised AI and Digital Self-Expression
Vana's launch in Kenya brings personalized AI, digital portraits creation, and a unique approach to personal data ownership.
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TikTok Comes Full Circle Now Supporting Text-Only Posts
TikTok introduces text-only posts, empowering creators with 1,000-character updates, expanding beyond videos, enhancing self-expression.
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Kenya, South Africa Outpace Nigeria in B2B Payment Evolution
Duplo's report reveals Nigeria lags behind South Africa, Kenya in B2B payment processes; security ranked top payment software feature.
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Samsung launches Flip 5 & Fold 5 for KES 193,000 & KES 325,000
Samsung revealed Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5, Galaxy Watch 6, and Tab S9 series at its latest Unpacked…
