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Visa Awards Payment Facilitator Certificate to Safaricom, Expanding Merchant Payment Solutions
Visa awards Safaricom a Payment Facilitator Certificate, enabling merchant payments with cars,, enhancing flexibility, security, and MSME empowerment.
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Infinix Set to Unveil World’s Thinnest 6mm Smartphone, Challenging Apple’s iPhone 16 Launch
Infinix challenges Apple with a potential ultra-slim smartphone under 6mm, competing against the iPhone 16's familiar design.
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Kenyan Tax Tribunal Rules Withholding Tax Inapplicable on Foreign Agency Fees, Providing Relief for Businesses
The Kenyan Tax Tribunal ruled withholding tax inapplicable on foreign agency fees, providing significant relief for businesses using non-resident agents.
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Kituo Cha Sheria Files Lawsuit Against Safaricom and CA Over Starlink Expansion in Kenya
Kituo cha Sheria has sued Safaricom and regulators over Starlink, challenging attempts to limit access to affordable satellite internet.
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Unexplained WhatsApp Ban Currently Affecting Users Globally
WhatsApp users worldwide face sudden, unexplained account suspensions, with no official explanation or communication from Meta yet.
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NCBA Partners with SACCOs to Strengthen Cybersecurity in Kenya’s Banking Sector
NCBA partners with SACCOs to strengthen cybersecurity, enhance efficiency, and drive digital transformation amid rising cyber threats in Kenya.
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Airtel Africa Launches Fellowship to Boost Data Science and AI Education
Airtel Africa launches a fellowship program to support African students in Data Science and AI at IIT Madras Zanzibar.
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Apple Unveils iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max with New Camera Control and Advanced AI Features
Apple's 2024 launch introduces iPhone 16 series, Apple Intelligence, enhanced cameras, AI integration, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4.
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SSI Inc. Raises $1 Billion to Build Safe Superintelligent AI
SSI Inc. raises $1 billion to develop safe superintelligent AI, prioritizing safety and research with support from top investors.
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Infinix ZERO 40 Series Launched: Everything You Need to Know!
Infinix ZERO 40 Series offers advanced vlogging, powerful performance, trend-driven design, AI integration, and pro-level photography for young consumers.
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Safaricom Mali Investment Tool Finally Open to the Public
Safaricom Mali is now live, allowing M-Pesa users to invest in unit trusts with daily interest and instant withdrawals.
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MANSA Partners with Bitmama to Enhance Cross-border Payments in Africa
MANSA partners with Bitmama to improve cross-border payments in Africa by addressing liquidity challenges and supporting trade.
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Kenya Launches PDMIS and FOTIMS to Boost Transparency and Reduce Bureaucracy
Kenya launches PDMIS and FOTIMS to improve government efficiency, but public access remains limited compared to citizen-led initiatives.
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Mastercard Partners with Fintech Startup Scale to Accelerate Digital Payment Solutions Across Africa and the Middle East
Mastercard partners with fintech startup Scale to accelerate digital payment solutions across Africa and the Middle East, enhancing financial inclusion.
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Kenya’s First Sci-Fi Series ‘Subterranea’ Premiering on Showmax
Likarion Wainaina directs Kenya's first sci-fi series *Subterranea* on Showmax, exploring psychological themes with a star-studded Kenyan cast.
