Author: Kaluka wanjala

 Vertiv and the Kenyan National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), recently deployed a new integrated modular data centre infrastructure solution to boost data centre performance and service delivery. As part of its digital transformation strategy, the NTSA embarked on the modernisation of its Transport Integrated Management System (TIMS) to allow citizens to experience maximum service efficiencies when registering their motor vehicles, and to promote a positive economic impact within the country. Kenya established the NTSA in 2012 to manage vehicle growth within the country as well as the safety of drivers and pedestrians. The NTSA was later boosted with the addition…

Safaricom’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), George Njuguna, is set to exit the telco. He will be replaced by James Maitai from 1st November 2024. George Njuguna joined Safaricom back in 2019 and the Director IT and has been key in digitizing the telcos operations. He has also been influential in the roll out of Safaricom’s telco to Techco strategy growing talent in the technology team fourfold to over 800. A statement by Safaricom’s CEO, Peter Ndegwa, that we have seen says George has taken the decision to pursue other interests outside Safaricom. “I wish to thank him for his contribution…

If you own a Samsung smartphone, we have a list of the devices that will get Android 15 when it is available. Samsung is one of the manufacturers that supports a wide range of devices with the latest software updates when they are available. Samsung is known for its remarkable 7 years of software updates for its current flagship, the Galaxy S24. For some of its entry level devices like the Galaxy A16 5G, the company promises up to 6 years of software updates. Samsung is yet to release One UI 7 interface which will be based on Android 15.…

Earlier this month, Spotify launched Offline Backup for those who want to listen to music offline without any downloads. The music streaming giant says it is targeting those who want to save in data while still listening to the music or anyone who may find themselves in an area with no internet such as on a plane. This can also be appealing to those who have limited data but may access unlimited data during the day. This feature is only available to Spotify Premium users. How Spotify Offline Backup Works Spotify Offline Backup works by taking your queued and recently…

M-KOPA has announced the appointment of Rajeev Suri as Chairperson of its Board, effective 1st December 2024.  Suri is a recognised leader in technology and telecommunications, with deep experience leading companies across the globe. Having served as CEO of Nokia as well as Inmarsat, and now also serving as chairperson of Digicel and board director at Singtel, his executive and board level expertise will help M-KOPA as it continues to innovate and expand its reach across markets. M-KOPA provides financed smartphones to underbanked every day earners and builds an ongoing financial relationship through its AI credit analytics and smartphone app.…

Safaricom has today announced the expansion of its International Money Transfer (IMT) to Ethiopia. With this, M-Pesa customers in Kenya will now be able to send money to Ethiopia through M-PESA Global. Customers in both countries will only require their M-PESA wallets. Safaricom says this move seeks to increase mobile money use and penetration across Ethiopia. Safaricom was granted the license to roll out M-Pesa in Ethiopia back in May 2023. Uptake was quick reaching over 3 million M-Pesa users out of over 5 million total subscribers. Ethiopia still has a long way to go as reliance on cash is…

XA Network has announced its expansion into Africa with the launch of XA Africa. The move underscores the network’s vision and commitment to fostering innovation and supporting promising startups globally. XA Africa is founded by a trio of experienced tech professionals: “Founders of technology startups in Africa are uniquely placed to solve some of Africa’s most profound challenges and unlock its greatest opportunities. We see the foray of XA Network into Africa as a natural progression, allowing us to connect amazing founders to experienced and expert operators from the tech industry”, says Nitin Gajria, Co-Founder of XA Africa. XA Africa…

Safaricom recently introduced M-Pesa Ratiba to allow M-Pesa registered customers to set up recurring payments from their M-Pesa accounts to other M-Pesa accounts or to a Lipa na M-Pesa shortcode. Think of this like a standing order that you can set up on your bank account for recurring monthly payments. With Ratiba, you can automate regular payments including rent, utility bills and school fees through Lipa na M-Pesa payments to M-Pesa Buy Goods, Business tills, and Paybills. With automated payment, you will no longer miss crucial payments. Offers There are two main types on M-Pesa Ratiba: How M-Pesa Ratiba Works…

Huawei Kenya has kicked off the registration for the 2024-2025 ICT Competition in collaboration with leading universities and TVET institutions in Kenya. This annual competition is part of Huawei’s ongoing commitment to nurture digital talent and enhance ICT skills among the youth, aligning with Kenya’s digital transformation agenda. The Huawei ICT Competition is designed to offer a platform for students to demonstrate their knowledge in key ICT areas such as networking, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, and cybersecurity. The competition gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, access training resources, and network with industry professionals, ultimately contributing to the development…

Vertiv is pleased to share its expertise in a series of webinars relating to and addressing the unique IT challenges that span the data centre and industrial IT arenas across the continent. The ‘Africa Technology Update’ webinar series aims to educate all participants with professional interests in data centres, energy issues, and industrial IT, among other subjects. The webinar series will provide deep dives into the latest and most innovative solutions to date and prepare the participants for the distinct progress and changing African landscape in the next few years. Jonathan Duncan, Vertiv technical director for Africa, notes, “Issues around energy…