NTSA Renews Bolt’s Licence
October 31, 2023
After a few tense weeks, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has finally renewed Bolt’s licence. Bolt faced some setbacks a couple of weeks back after the NTSA delayed renewing the licence arguing that…
OPPO Reno 10 vs. Samsung Galaxy A54 - Which One Is Right for You?
October 30, 2023
If you are looking for a new smartphone between Ksh 55,000 and KJsh 65,000, the OPPO Reno10 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G should definitely be on your list. The Galaxy A54 was unveiled…
The First Smartphone Assembly Plant in Kenya Opens in Athi River
October 30, 2023
Earlier today, the East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited (EADAK) officially opened its doors showcasing the first locally assembled smartphones in Kenya. The two main phones are the Neona Smarta and the Neon Ultra. They…
Bolt Forced to Suspend Booking Fee Amid License Renewal Debacle
October 30, 2023
Update: The article has been updated to clarify that the booking fee is charged to riders and not drivers Bolt Kenya has announced its decision to suspend the booking fee imposed on riders for every…
Crypto vs. Cybersecurity: Building Safety from Within
October 27, 2023
By Sam Mkhize Head of Compliance for Binance in Africa The World Economic Forum (WEF) recognizes blockchain as a technology capable of creating innovative opportunities and disrupting existing businesses by enabling decentralized digital transformation. It…
LOOP Set to Raise its Short-term Lending Rates.
October 26, 2023
In response to the ongoing shifts in the macroeconomic environment,, LOOP has announced that it will be raising its short-term lending rates. , LOOP has adjusted their Base Lending Rate to 16.7%, starting from the…
Women in Tech Program Grants USD 70,000 to 7 Women-Led Startups in Kenya
October 26, 2023
Standard Chartered Bank and @iBizAfrica have announced the 6th cohort of the Women in Tech Incubator program. Themed ‘Leveraging Technology for Impact,’ the ceremony witnessed the felicitation of seven outstanding women-led businesses, each receiving a…
Kaspersky Records an Increase in Mobile Threats in Africa in Q2 2023
October 26, 2023
According to Kaspersky research on mobile cyberthreat dynamics in Q2 2023, threats for mobile devices are growing worldwide. In particular, the number of mobile threats for Android devices detected and blocked by Kaspersky in the…
Airtel Money Raises Withdrawal and Money Transfer Rates to Other Networks
October 25, 2023
Airtel Money has today announced it will increase its Withdrawal charges as well as transaction charges when sending money from Airtel Money to other networks. The changes take effect from today and will see those…