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DeepMind CEO confirms Google has no plans for ads in Gemini
Google is in no rush to follow OpenAI down the advertising path, at least not inside its AI assistant. Speaking…
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Safaricom quietly axes ‘Make Ur Bundle’ option from MySafaricom app
Safaricom appears to have quietly removed the popular “Make Ur Bundle” feature from the latest v1.27.1.10 of the MySafaricom app.…
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What’s coming to Netflix Kenya in January 2026
Welcome to the debut of our new monthly series on Techish Kenya, where we track everything hitting your screens on…
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Government says 5M smartphones retailing at KES 6,000 to KES 8,000 have now been assembled in Kenya
The “Made in Kenya” dream for mobile devices seems to be scaling up faster than anticipated. During the launch of…
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Google Pixel phones finally get 5G in Nigeria, thanks to Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2
Owning a Google Pixel in Africa has always been a bittersweet experience. On one hand, you get the cleanest Android…
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Here is why Netflix killed Chromecast support
Last month, we reported on the bizarre decision by Netflix to unceremoniously kill the casting button inside its mobile apps.…
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Safaricom appoints Sylvia Anampiu to lead Fixed Business as pay-as-you-go fibre plans near rollout
Safaricom appoints Sylvia Anampiu Fixed Business director as it readies pay-as-you-go fibre, aiming to expand Kenya’s broadband access.
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Starlink Cuts Hardware Barrier With Monthly Installments in Kenya
Starlink launches monthly installment plan for Kenya's mini kit, cutting upfront costs to KES 6,750 amid stagnant growth and terrestrial…
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Massive piracy crackdown: 1337x, Fmovies, and 150+ others facing global shutdown (full list inside)
If you’ve noticed your favorite “free” movie site acting glitchy or disappearing entirely this week, you aren’t alone. In a…
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Netflix partners with CAF for exclusive AFCON 2025 Daily Highlights show
It appears Netflix is making its first major play into African football. In an official post that has since been…
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Uber Drops Visa Payments in Kenya in Major Shift
Uber discontinues Visa card payments in Kenya due to rising processing costs, pivoting to M-Pesa and mobile money alternatives.
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Here’s the Complete List of African Countries with Paused US Immigrant Visas
The Trump administration has indefinitely frozen immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including 22 African nations. Here's what this means…
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Safaricom says SHA can deduct money from M-PESA account without asking for your PIN
In the era of digital payments, the M-PESA PIN is sacrosanct. It is the final barrier between your wallet and…
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OPPO A6x price and specifications in Kenya
Following the successful local debut of the OPPO A6 Pro series last October, OPPO is kicking off the new year…
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How to check KILEA and KPSEA 2025 results online
The wait is officially over for Grade 6 learners and their families. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has released…
