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Kenya’s Data Wars — 5G Surges, Airtel Stays Cheapest

If you thought Kenya’s data story had peaked, think again. The CA’s latest report shows 4G remains king, 5G is…

Mobile money penetration in Kenya now stands at 91%

If there was any doubt that Kenya is the home of mobile money, the latest CA stats have settled it…

Smartphones have officially overtaken feature phones in Kenya, decisevely this time

According to the CA’s latest ICT sector report (Q4 2024/25), Kenya had 43.8 million smartphones in use by June 2025…

Kenya now has more SIM cards than people, and almost all are prepaid

Kenya officially has more SIM cards than citizens. According to the latest CA sector statistics (Q4 2024/25), active mobile subscriptions…

Genetec Is Still Running the Video Surveillance World, and Now It’s Coming for the Cloud

If you work in a building with security cameras, there’s a good chance Genetec’s software is running behind the scenes.…

Lagos Prepares to Host the Dealmakers Set to Fuel Africa’s Next Tech Boom

The African tech scene is sending a clear signal: the funding winter is thawing, and it’s time to make deals.…

M-KOPA surpasses 3 million active customers, unlocking $2 billion in credit for the unbanked

M-KOPA, the fintech firm known for its pay-as-you-go financing for everything from smartphones to electric motorbikes, has hit a major…

The DStv you know is gone: Canal+ completes its $2 billion takeover of MultiChoice

French giant Canal+ acquired MultiChoice for ~$2 billion, creating a pan-African media powerhouse to challenge global streaming services.

Your Spotify account must now be tied to your country of residence

Spotify’s recent Terms of Service update includes a major shift: your Spotify account has to be created in your country…

What the New M-PESA Upgrade Means for Everyday Kenyans

For most Kenyans, M-PESA isn’t just a mobile wallet — it’s a daily lifeline. From buying vegetables at the market…

These Samsung Galaxy devices have received September security update in Kenya

If you’re rocking a Samsung Galaxy in Kenya, chances are you’re either feeling smug about being up to date or…

TikTok is Paying Kenyan Creators, But it’s Leaving its Best Tools on the Table

TikTok is detailing how Kenyan creators can earn money through gifts, subscriptions, and artist collaborations to boost its creator economy.

One UI 8 update tracker for Samsung Galaxy devices in Kenya

Samsung has officially kicked off the stable One UI 8 rollout, based on Android 16. The first devices to get…

Samsung rolls out One UI 8 (Android 16) update to Galaxy S25 users in Kenya

Samsung Galaxy S25 series users in Kenya are finally getting a taste of One UI 8, the company’s latest software…

Kenya’s seat at the UN agency for global postal services is pure irony

If you grew up in the 90s, you know just how mighty Posta Kenya once was. Brightly painted buildings, the…

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