Business
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- Announcements
Ziidi Now Signing Up Users, Even if You’ve Been on Mali
Ziidi is now live, offering similar features to Mali, allowing users to invest, earn interest, and lock funds.
- News
Volkswagen Restarts Kenyan Operations, Promises to Revolutionize East Africa’s Auto Industry
Volkswagen resumes car production in Kenya, aiming to establish a regional hub, focus on sustainability, electric vehicles, and industrial growth.
- Startups
Microsoft and NVIDIA Partner to Propel AI Startup Growth in Africa
Microsoft and NVIDIA partner to empower African AI startups with tools, resources, and mentorship, driving innovation and global scalability.
- News
Kenya Leads $379M African Startup Funding Growth with Black Founders Fund Impact
The Black Founders Fund Alumni Summit highlights $379M raised, 6,000 jobs created, and 61% growth, empowering African startups.
- 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.
