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5 Sep 2025 - Kenya’s Central Bank (CBK) has announced the licensing of an additional 27 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), bringing the total number of approved…

5 Sep 2025 - In 2025, Kenya’s podcast scene is thriving, driven by the country’s growing appetite for on-demand audio. According to the latest data from…

5 Sep 2025 - Kaspersky and the National Information Technology Development Agency of Nigeria (NITDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen…

4 Sep 2025 - Buyers of LG electronics will now enjoy faster and more convenient after-sales services following the unveiling of the LG Best Care Trailer, a 40-…

4 Sep 2025 - A century is a long time for any brand to remain relevant, but Caterpillar has done more than survive in Kenya. It has shaped the landscape—literally…

4 Sep 2025 - Next month, Safaricom—the company that redefined Kenyan telecom—celebrates its 25th anniversary. It’s more than a quarter-century in business; it’s a…

4 Sep 2025 - Indus Towers Africa, the Bharti Airtel-backed giant that dominates India’s tower infrastructure space, is preparing for its first major move abroad.…

4 Sep 2025 - Kenya’s digital economy is evolving, with homes in most urban areas now serving as dual-purpose spaces, functioning as offices, studios, and…

3 Sep 2025 - After more than a decade of waiting, Instagram has finally released a dedicated iPad app, marking a significant shift in how the platform approaches…

3 Sep 2025 - County governments in Kenya are pushing back against the Treasury’s electronic government procurement (e-GP) system, saying it has stalled essential…

3 Sep 2025 - The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is reopening Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in Kenya on Monday, September 29, 2025.…

3 Sep 2025 - Nairobi came alive last night as the city played host to an electrifying boxing showcase, with Odibets partnering with Aiwex Sports to deliver a…

3 Sep 2025 - The High Court has delivered a significant ruling for Kenya’s fintech sector, declaring that licensed payment service providers are entitled to value…

3 Sep 2025 - The most lucrative partnership in Silicon Valley has survived its biggest legal test yet. A federal judge has cleared the way for Google to keep…

3 Sep 2025 - In Kenya, your credit history isn’t just a formality — it’s a record that decides whether you can access loans, mortgages, or even small advances…

3 Sep 2025 - Xiaomi has rolled out its latest mid-range contender, the Redmi 15C, into the Kenyan market — and it’s the kind of launch meant to get people talking…

3 Sep 2025 - NCBA Group has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with digital innovation and customer-focused technology driving growth…

3 Sep 2025 - More than 120 young people from Kisii County have graduated after completing a four-week digital skills program delivered through the Huawei…

2 Sep 2025 - Bolt Market, the grocery delivery arm of leading mobility platform Bolt, has recorded 300% growth in orders since launching in December…

2 Sep 2025 - Kenya is decisively mobile-first. Most bets start on a phone—usually on Android, over mobile data, often on the move. In that reality, store apps…

1 Sep 2025 - Each September brings the same ritual: new phones, new promises, and the same question — has Google finally caught up to Apple in video? After…

1 Sep 2025 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) is designed to make streaming visuals richer and more lifelike. Two standards dominate: HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Both enhance…

1 Sep 2025 - Djibouti Telecom is advancing regional connectivity with plans to extend its DARE1 submarine cable along Africa’s east coast. The expansion is…

1 Sep 2025 - Safaricom, Kenya’s leading telecom operator, is once again in the spotlight following reports that the government might split the company. Sources…

1 Sep 2025 - Kenya’s electric bike market has moved beyond pilot projects and token launches. By 2025, the sector has grown into a competitive and strategically…

1 Sep 2025 - Mantrac Kenya has rolled out the “Advantage” Program, a new loyalty initiative designed to reward customers for their purchases of Caterpillar…

1 Sep 2025 - Mobile money is one of Africa’s great innovations. But its speed and simplicity have created a stubborn headache: what happens when you send money to…

1 Sep 2025 - The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) recently opened applications for the 7th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC…

1 Sep 2025 - When Morocco edged Madagascar 3–2 in the final at Moi International Sports Centre on 30 August 2025, the headline was a title. Underneath it, CHAN…

1 Sep 2025 - TikTok has launched its TikTok for Artists platform in Kenya, making the country one of the first in Africa to access the service. The rollout…

31 Aug 2025 - Global insurtech, bolttech, has announced its entry into the Kenyan market via its partnership with LOOP, the fintech subsidiary of the NCBA Group.…

29 Aug 2025 - Kenya’s eBee Mobility, once a rising player in the electric bicycle market, has recently laid off the majority of its staff as reported by TechCabal…

29 Aug 2025 - In a move set to reshape ride-hailing in Kenya, Uber has announced that it will now issue e-TIMS-compliant invoices on behalf of its drivers. The…

29 Aug 2025 - Dubai International Airport has announced a groundbreaking innovation, the world’s first AI-powered passenger corridor, which uses advanced…

29 Aug 2025 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries in different ways. However, the media industry faces a particularly high risk of…

28 Aug 2025 - LG Electronics (LG) East Africa on Wednesday introduced the LG InstaView Bottom Freezer refrigerator to the Kenyan market, presenting it as a…

28 Aug 2025 - In the latest episode of the Tech Trends Podcast, now available everywhere you get your podcasts, Hazel from Bolt joined the conversation to provide…

28 Aug 2025 - Jumia is reinforcing its marketplace with a fresh influx of Chinese sellers, part of a wider strategy to stay ahead of Temu and Shein in African e-…

28 Aug 2025 - The consumer AI landscape is shifting, and ChatGPT is no longer unchallenged. Andreessen Horowitz’s latest report shows that Google’s Gemini and xAI’…

28 Aug 2025 - WhatsApp has rolled out WhatsApp AI Writing Help, a new tool that lets users rephrase, polish, or adjust the tone of messages directly within the app…

28 Aug 2025 - September is shaping up to be a landmark month in consumer tech. Samsung Unpacked 2025 is scheduled for September 4, just a day before IFA 2025 in…

28 Aug 2025 - London is quietly positioning itself as the go-to destination for African companies seeking capital. For decades, the city has drawn investors from…

28 Aug 2025 - The African Angel Academy (AAA), Africa’s leading angel investor training platform, has announced the launch of its 12th cohort as the continent…

28 Aug 2025 - Global B2B payments platform Verto has announced the launch of The Atlas Suite, an API-first embedded finance solution designed to simplify…

28 Aug 2025 - A five-day Digital Skills Training Program has equipped 500 women and youth across several sub-counties in Murang’a County with essential digital…

28 Aug 2025 - TechTrends Media, a leading Kenyan-based tech media agency, is proud to announce the inaugural edition of TechTrends Pulse, a new thought leadership…

27 Aug 2025 - Safaricom has today hosted its flagship Innovation Day under the theme: “Powering What’s Next: AI, Resilience & Sustainable Innovation.” …

27 Aug 2025 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the preserve of Silicon Valley or Asia’s tech giants. It is rapidly becoming a defining force in global…

27 Aug 2025 - Axian Group CEO Hassanein Hiridjee has officially joined Jumia’s supervisory board, stepping in for Angela K. Mwanza, who resigned on 23 June. The…

27 Aug 2025 - Africa’s smartphone market is showing signs of resilience. In the second quarter of 2025, shipments rose 7% year-on-year to 19.2 million units, a…