Telecommunication
Analyzing global telecommunication trends, technological advances, and regulatory impacts.
- Business
Safaricom Ends M-PESA Transfers to Unregistered Accounts
Safaricom to halt M-PESA money transfers to unregistered users from February 5th, encourages sign-ups at shops amid service outages.
- News
Innovators Set to Benefit from $10 Million ICANN Grant for Internet Development
ICANN Grants $10 million to Kenyan innovators for projects enhancing secure, accessible Internet infrastructure, applications open March to May 2024.
- News
PesaLink Steps Up to Rival M-Pesa in the Merchant Space
As M-Pesa outages increase, PesaLink says "Watch this space..." in Merchant Payments, setting up competition for Lipa na M-Pesa.
- Opinion
What is happening with M-Pesa?
Recently. we've been having frequent downtimes from M-Pesa the biggest mobile money service. What is going on? And why do…
- News
Kenya’s Telegram Shutdown in 2023 Cost the Nation $27 Million
Kenya's mysterious Telegram shutdown during national exams potentially cost the nation $27 million, raising questions about government involvement.
- News
Silencing the Web: 2024 Elections and the Shadow of Internet Blackouts
Surfshark's 2024 election analysis warns of internet blackouts in 12 countries, threatening democracy and freedom of information globally
- News
Airtel Rolls out ‘Customer Care on Wheels’ Bus in Western Kenya
Airtel launches a mobile customer care unit that travels across the Western region, providing personalized and convenient support.
- Opinion
Kenya needs to Encourage More Mobile Money Alternatives
The article discusses M-Pesa's overwhelming market share in Kenya, urging diversification and growth of alternative mobile money services
- News
Calls in Kenya set to be cheaper with new MTR and FTR rates
Kenya's Communications Authority reduces call rates by lowering MTR and FTR Mobile and Fixed Termination Rates, effective March 2024.
- News
Telegram not working in Kenya, unless on VPN
Recent Telegram outages in Kenya raise concerns about internet freedom and need for transparency in government actions.
- Interesting Reads
The Mobile Economy in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Comprehensive 2023 Analysis
2023 report: Sub-Saharan Africa's mobile economy evolves from 3G to 4G/5G, boosting connectivity, digital transformation and economic growth.
- News
Safaricom Reports Impressive Growth in Fibre and Fixed Enterprise
Safaricom's Half Year 2024 results show a 29% revenue growth in Fibre services with expanding customer base.
- News
Safaricom’s Half-Year Results 2024: A Detailed Analysis
Safaricom reports robust half-year growth, driven by M-PESA and data services, amid strategic price reductions and expansion.
- News
Airtel is Rolling Out 5G Access in Kenya at Breakneck Speeds
Airtel Kenya accelerates 5G rollout, targeting 32 counties with competitive speeds and affordable plans by year's end.
- 24 Bit
Podcast: Discussing Safaricom Hook, A Fresh Take on Youth Digital Empowerment
Explore Safaricom Hook: empowering Kenya's youth with digital skills, career guidance, and cultural engagement in our latest podcast.
