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Infinix and PUBG MOBILE Bring Competitive Esports to Kenyan Campuses with Inclusive Championship

Infinix and PUBG MOBILE host Kenya’s first national campus esports championship, empowering young gamers with prizes and pro gear.

Global AI Summit in Rwanda Sets the Stage for Africa’s Bold $2.9 Trillion AI Revolution

Kigali hosts Africa’s first Global AI Summit, launching bold initiatives to drive inclusive growth, governance, and AI infrastructure continent-wide.

Trump’s Tariffs Hit Africa: What Kenya’s 10% Tariff Means for Trade, Tech, and the Economy

Trump's new tariffs disrupt Kenya-U.S. trade, raising export costs, threatening tech growth, inflation, and prompting urgent economic strategy shifts.

Bupa Global Opens First African Office in Nairobi to Boost Healthcare Access

Bupa Global launches Nairobi office to expand health insurance access across East Africa amid growing market demand.

Google Makes Gemini 2.5 Pro Free for Everyone

Google makes its most powerful AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, free for all users, unlocking premium reasoning and multimodal features.

Samsung Launches Galaxy A56, A36, A26 5G in Kenya: Advanced AI, 50MP Cameras, and 6 Years of Updates

Samsung launches Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 in Kenya, bringing flagship AI, durability, and long-term updates to midrange phones.

Faiba Home Internet Plans Now Start at 90Mbps for KES 5,000 — Up to 1Gbps With Free Mobile Data

Faiba launches Home Plus plans in Kenya with speeds up to 1Gbps, free mobile data, and no price increase.

Musk’s AI Startup xAI Buys His Social Media Platform X

Elon Musk’s xAI acquires X (formerly Twitter) in a $33B stock deal, merging AI development with real-time user data.

OPPO A5 Pro Packs Military Grade Build, IP69 Water Protection, and Big Battery for KES 29,999

OPPO A5 Pro launches in Kenya with IP69 rating, military-grade durability, AI features, big battery, and flexible payment options.

At Safaricom Decode 3.0, Ericsson Unveiled the Blueprint for Africa’s 5G and Sustainable Connectivity Future

Ericsson showcased 5G, AI, and sustainability solutions at Safaricom Decode 3.0, reinforcing support for Kenya’s digital and inclusive future.

Airtel Partners with Google to Enable App Payments via Airtel Money, Says It’s the Only Wallet on Google Play

Airtel Money Kenya partners with Google enabling zero-fee Google Play app payments, boosting digital inclusion and convenience for Kenyan users.

M-PESA Celebrates 18 Years with Electrifying 18-Hour Concert at Uhuru Park

M-PESA celebrates 18 years with a star-studded 18-hour concert at Uhuru Park, showcasing Kenya's music, innovation, and community.

Over 300 Arrested in INTERPOL-Led Operation Red Card Targeting Cybercrime Across Africa

INTERPOL’s Operation Red Card leads to 306 arrests across Africa, disrupting major cybercrime networks targeting banking and messaging platforms.

Africa’s Digital Payments Market to Hit $1.5 Trillion by 2030, Mastercard-Backed Report Reveals

Africa’s digital payments could reach $1.5T by 2030. Here’s how Mastercard plans to support that growth.

Samsung Adds Kiswahili and Amharic Support to Galaxy Devices

Samsung adds Kiswahili and Amharic language support to its devices, enhancing digital inclusion and accessibility across East Africa.

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