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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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…

African Health Tech Boom: New Report Reveals Government-Innovator Partnerships

Report reveals African governments and tech innovators collaborate to digitize local health supply chains, boosting efficiency and outcomes.

Boya & Diamond Trust Bank Unveil Virtual Visa Card for Businesses

Boya partners with Diamond Trust Bank and Visa to launch virtual expense cards, streamlining business payment management in Kenya.

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