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Kenya launches QR Code Standard; Everything to know!
KE QR Code Standard 2023 facilitates easy, fast, and secure digital payments for businesses and customers via QR technology.
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IDECT: $1.5m project to improve digital trade and e-commerce policies in Africa
The IDECT project aims to streamline digital trade & e-commerce policies across 10 African countries with capacity building
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OPPO enhances customer experience with new Service Centre
With its new Service Centre in Nairobi, OPPO provides one-on-one consultations and repair services to Kenyan customers.
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Realme Aims to Redefine Entry-Level Phones with Upgraded C Series
Realme's upgraded C Series aims to provide segment-leading entry-level smartphones, enabling young people to enjoy their champion experience.
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Unilever Launches Emerge Acceleration Programme to Boost Inclusion in Supply Chain
Unilever launches Emerge programme to boost SME participation and inclusion in its supply chain committing KES 200 Million annually.
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Payday Relaunches in Rwanda, Offering Virtual Card Payments for Starlink Routers
Payday returns to Rwanda with Starlink partnership to offer virtual card payments and boost financial inclusion.
- Startups
Copia Suspends African Expansion to Focus on Kenya Only
Copia has decided to halt its expansion efforts in Africa and shift its attention to its Kenyan operations
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Flutterwave chooses Nairobi as its East African headquarters in expansion move
Flutterwave selects Nairobi as East African headquarters; plans to support SME sector with affordable tech solutions.
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KCB joins forces with Sanlam to distribute life insurance products
KCB and National Bank of Kenya partner with Sanlam to offer life insurance products and boost market penetration rate.
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Apple may be joining other companies in tech layoffs
Apple layoffs may be coming to some retail employees in efforts to streamline operations and focus on growth areas amid…
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AICE Hosts AI Summit in Kenya to Accelerate AI Adoption
The Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence Africa (AICE) is hosting its second AI for Leaders Summit in Kenya on April…
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Jumia Kenya has yet another CEO, Charles Ballard takes the reins
Jumia Kenya appoints Charles Ballard as CEO, replacing Juan Seco who replaced Betty Mwangi. Ballard joined Jumia in 2019.
- Startups
Fonbnk and Tanda’s airtime trading platform to benefit East African agents
Fonbnk partners with Tanda to launch airtime trading marketplace and drive adoption of DeFi solutions in East Africa.
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New agreement to improve the Warehouse Receipt System in Kenya
Investment Ministry signs deal to strengthen adoption of Warehouse Receipt System, aiding farmers' access to financing and quality storage.
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East Africa’s Premier Tech Event Returns to Nairobi for 20th Anniversary
East Africa Com returns to Nairobi for 20th anniversary, uniting tech leaders and telecom executives to explore digital transformation.