Internet
Discussing the vast world of the Internet: trends, technology, security, and accessibility issues.
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Telkom introduces Unlimited data bundles from KES 19/hour, up to KES 1299/month
For years, the phrase “unlimited internet” in Kenya has almost always come with an asterisk. Sometimes it’s hidden fair usage…
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WhatsApp Username Reservations Are Open: Here’s How to Claim Yours
WhatsApp opens username reservations worldwide so you can message people without sharing your phone number. Some Kenyans are already seeing…
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Safaricom Home Fibre customers can pause internet while away, but 5G Home users can’t
I recently came across a marketing message from Savanna Fibre that caught my attention. The company was promoting what it…
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World Cup 2026: The Fake Streaming and Betting Sites Targeting Kenyan Fans
Fake World Cup streaming sites, betting traps and prediction-fee emails target fans. Here is how the scams work in Kenya.
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Savanna Fibre price in Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania compared: Who is getting the best deal?
When Savanna Fibre announced its Kenyan home internet packages earlier this year, many of us did a double-take. 100Mbps for…
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Kenya added 5.7 million SIMs in three months. Here’s what really happened
Kenya's active SIM subscriptions jumped 5.7 million to 84.1 million in early 2026. We explain what really drove the surge.
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Savanna Fibre expands coverage in Kenya: Is the 100Mbps for KES 2K hype real?
When Savanna Fibre first popped up on our radar promising a jaw-dropping 100Mbps connection for just KES 2,000, it shocked…
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Starlink Mini upfront price in Kenya drops to just KES 9,760
If youβve been following my coverage here on Techish Kenya, you know I havenβt minced words when it comes to…
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Starlink hits 25,000 subscribers in Kenya
The fixed broadband market in Kenya is undergoing a fascinating transformation, driven largely by the disruptive entry of satellite internet…
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Safaricom Business Internet plans explained: Standard Fibre vs. Secure Fibre
Whenever I talk to startup founders or local business owners, the conversation almost always drifts to internet connectivity. We spend…
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Kenya’s Digital Rights Score Went Up in 2025. The Year Behind It Was Far Messier
Kenya's Londa 2025 digital rights score rose to 37 of 60 and 7th in Africa, despite arrests, shutdowns and data…
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How to get free Faiba Home and Business internet upgrades for the World Cup season
Just last week, we shared the good news that Faiba Home Plus made high-speed fibre internet much more affordable by…
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The UK Is Banning Social Media for Under-16s. The Hard Part Is Making It Work
Britain is following Australia with a full ban on social media accounts for children under 16. The announcement was the…
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Scams on Legitimate Shopping Sites Are Now the Biggest Source of Fraud Losses in Kenya
TransUnion says third-party seller scams on legitimate shopping sites caused most fraud losses in Kenya, with KES 108,132 median loss.
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Ask Gemini in Chrome arrives in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa
Google is bringing Ask Gemini in Chrome to Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, marking a notable expansion of its AI-powered…
