Business
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- Announcements
Solarise Africa and RUBiS Energy Kenya Launch RUBiSOL to Provide Renewable Energy Solutions in East Africa
Solarise Africa and RUBiS Energy Kenya launch RUBiSOL to provide affordable, sustainable renewable energy solutions for businesses in East Africa.
- Startups
Ventures Platform Unveils Landmark Climate Tech White Paper Advocating for Climate-Resilient Business Models in Africa
Ventures Platform's white paper advocates climate-resilient business models, leveraging African startups and venture capital to address climate challenges sustainably.
- Announcements
Samsung Expands Footprint with First Experience Store in Meru, Kenya
Samsung opens its first Experience Store in Meru, enhancing access to premium Galaxy products and strengthening its presence in Kenya.
- News
Safaricom Introduces 5x Faster 5G for SMEs Without Changing Prices
Safaricom launches revamped 5G for Business, offering SMEs faster, affordable internet to boost productivity, customer interactions, and scalability.
- News
Sochitel Group Introduces Borderless E-Voucher Solution in East Africa
Sochitel Group launches e-voucher platform in East Africa, enabling secure cashless transactions, promoting financial inclusion, and streamlining digital trade.
- Announcements
VPS Hosting to Dominate the Web Hosting Market in 2025, Says Metrofile Cloud
VPS hosting, driven by SME demand, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, is predicted to dominate web hosting by 2025.
- Startups
Kenya Startup Ecosystem Platform Launched to Drive Data Insights and Global Connectivity
Kenya Startup Ecosystem Platform launched to provide data-driven insights, global visibility, and connections for startups, fostering innovation and growth.
- Opinion
Safaricom Masoko Shocks Kenya with Massive Black Friday Discounts on Premium Tech
Masoko delivered Kenya’s best Black Friday deals, offering huge discounts on premium gadgets like iPhones, MacBooks, and Sony headphones.
- Announcements
I&M Bank Lowers Lending Interest Rates by 0.75% Following CBK Rate Cut
The bank first implemented a 0.25% rate reduction on November 28, 2024, followed by an additional 0.5% reduction effective December…
- News
Ziidi Fund Debut Sparks Confusion as Mali Users Face Contradictory Messages on M-Pesa
Safaricom’s Ziidi launch sparks confusion as Mali users face forced migrations, app errors, and lack of official communication.
- News
Yaga is Like Refurb but for Fashion: Buy and Sell Preloved Clothes in Kenya
Yaga, a secure preloved fashion marketplace, launches in Kenya, offering sustainable, secondhand shopping amid competition from mitumba culture.
- News
I&M Bank Unveils “Milele Rewards” Program, Offering Card Loyalty Benefits in Kenya
I&M Bank launches "Milele Rewards," offering 1:1 point-to-shilling conversions, cashback, travel, shopping, and flexible redemption options.
- News
Paratus Kenya Launches to Enhance Starlink Services Amid Growing Demand
Paratus Kenya, in partnership with MoveOn Telecoms, launches to provide Starlink services, enhancing connectivity across Kenya's underserved regions.
- News
Mawingu Raises KES 1.9 Billion to Acquire Tanzanian ISP Habari, Accelerating East Africa Expansion
Mawingu raised KES 1.9 billion to acquire Tanzanian ISP Habari, expanding affordable Internet access across underserved East African communities.
- News
New Report Calls for Urgent AI Governance in East and Southern Africa
A new report urges East and Southern Africa to enact ethical AI laws, emphasizing human rights, public participation, and global…
