Author: Kaluka wanjala

Samsung has launched its first ever experience store in Meru today. The store, dubbed Generations, is located in Greenwood City Mall. This move by Samsung is aimed at ensuring technology penetration, and access to quality premium smartphones across the country. It is a strategic move that has followed the launch of nine other Samsung Experience Stores (SES) in the East African Region. Using this store, Samsung wants to ensure that all customers in Meru have the opportunity to explore and experience a variety of Samsung products first-hand; from mobile devices, including Samsung flagship Galaxy series, foldables, wearables, accessories and home…

Visa has concluded the Demo Day for the second cohort of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program. This event was held in Cape Town, South Africa on December 2nd. At the event, 23 fintech startups presented their solutions to an audience of venture capitalists, angel investors, ecosystem enablers, and business partners. The second cohort’s Demo Day was a culmination of a 12-week intensive program that included training, mentorship, and networking opportunities. The highlights of the event included startup pitches from three batches representing different regions of Africa—West Africa, North Africa, and East & South Africa. At the Demo Day, four…

OPPO Find X8 has officially launched in Kenya and is available across the country for Ksh 140,000. This is currently the most expensive phone from the company in the country and was launched globally on 21st November 2024. Kenya is one of the first international markets to unveil this phone. The Find X8 is launching at a very competitive segment dominated by Samsung and Apple. While OPPO has had some flagship phones, we rarely see them officially launch in Kenya. “With the Find X8, OPPO has broken through barriers that have held smartphones back for generations. Its exquisite, ultra-slim design,…

 Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv PowerUPS 9000, an energy-efficient, high-power density uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system with a compact footprint. The system is engineered to support IT applications from traditional computing to high density applications. It is available globally in UL and CE models, from 250 to 1250kW per unit. The Vertiv PowerUPS 9000 is designed for high-power density, as well as a high double-conversion efficiency of up to 97.5%. The system enables fast and easy installation, with top or bottom cable entry, as well as backfeed protection and ground fault kit options that are embedded in the system without need for…

The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) hosted its 61st Biannual Plenary Session on 1st December 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme “The FinTech Revolution in Africa.” The event, held in partnership with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and Kenya Bankers Association among others, brought together leading economists, policymakers, and practitioners to explore the evolving role of financial technology in shaping Africa’s economic future. The plenary opening session was chaired by Prof. Ernest Aryeetey, Chair of the AERC Board of Directors and Emeritus Professor of Development Economics at the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research at the University…

Nowlun, an Egyptian digital freight forwarding platform, has announced it has raised $1.7 million in seed funding. The round was led by Nama Ventures and A15, with participation from Sanabil 500 Global and prominent angel investors. This investment will fuel Nowlun’s ambitious expansion plans and accelerate the development of its innovative technology platform, which is transforming the logistics industry by offering instant, transparent, and competitive ocean freight rates, streamlined shipment management, and real-time visibility into cargo movements. Since its launch in 2021 by Moataz Khamis (CEO), Mahmoud Khaled (CTO), and Ahmed Emara (COO), Nowlun has rapidly established itself as a…

Airtel Money has partnered with Moja Expressway Company that will see the introduction of Airtel Money as one of the payment options. M-Pesa has been the default mobile money payment option for those settling toll fees at expressway exits. With Airtel Money available as a payment option, customers can top up their ETC accounts or make MTC payments at exits. As part of Airtel’s festive season offers, payments through Airtel Money at the expressway will attract zero transaction charges (exclusive of partner charges) until the end of January 2025. Manual Toll Collection MTC Customers Through this partnership, MTC Customers can…

Samsung has announced that its newest products and services have been recognized by the prestigious CES 2025 Innovation Awards, including four “Best of Innovation” winners, from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). These recognitions come two months ahead of CES 2025 — the world’s largest and most influential technology event — and they highlight Samsung’s relentless commitment to pushing boundaries in consumer technology. With pioneering advancements in AI, sustainable design and inclusive user experiences, Samsung continues to set the standard for the entire industry. Also Read: LG Shines at CES 2025 Innovation Awards With Multiple Awards The CES Innovation Awards program is an annual…

Safaricom has increased the speeds for 5G for Business customers. The company says with the faster speeds, it will be able to provide SMEs with faster, more reliable connectivity that supports their growing digital needs. These include real-time collaboration, seamless online transactions, and remote operations. Safaricom made this announcement at the ‘Grow with Safaricom Business’ Western Kenya edition. This is a platform that seeks to help SMEs scale their operations through technology. The announcement comes a couple of months after the telco raised the speeds of its fibre to home product. This was in response to Starlink’s growing popularity across…

During Kenya Innovation Week, Dealroom.co, in partnership with GrowthAfrica and Systemic Innovation, launched the Kenya Startup Ecosystem Platform—a transformative, open-access database designed to drive data-driven insights and foster international connections for Kenya’s dynamic, startup and growth ventures. The platform enhances visibility, strengthens connections, and promotes transparency within Kenya’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, connecting local and global players. Tailored to Kenya’s fast-evolving business landscape, this platform provides a real-time, comprehensive view of startups across sectors, enabling entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and researchers to make better and more informed decisions. Key Features and Benefits The Kenya Startup Ecosystem Platform offers collaborative, open-access data showcasing the country’s…