Author: Kaluka wanjala

 d.light has partnered with global telecom operator Orange to open up access to d.light’s range of low-cost solar products for customers in 11 African countries. d.light solar-powered products, including solar home systems, solar inverters, TVs, fans, and portable solar torches, are available to Orange customers via its Orange Smart Energies  platform. The partnership is already up and running in Ivory Coast, where Orange has thirty million customers, and also Cameroon, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It will expand into a further five African countries in which Orange operates – Senegal, Mali, Burkino Faso, Guinea, and the…

By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Investment in Kenya’s digitalisation and continued rollout of ICT infrastructure has enabled local enterprises to properly consider the possibility of edge computing. Distributed IT architecture, in which data is processed at the edges of the network, offers a lot of opportunities to businesses, regardless of whether said network is limited to a single factory floor or spread across dozens of facilities. One 2023 report from Accenture found edge computing will accelerate innovation and lead to new revenue opportunities, with 83% of surveyed C-suite executives from around the world…

Last year, Airtel officially introduced its latest postpay products, AIrtel Premier. Airtel premier offers unique postpaid plans for calls, SMS and data. According to the company, this product caters for micro, small and medium enterprises, startup entities, individuals and corporates. The rates for Airtel Premier range from ksh 999 to Ksh 4,999 with different offering divided into three main categories of Bonga Zaidi, Browse Ukibonga and Browse Zaidi.  Have a look at the rates below. Airtel Premier “Chaguo Langu” Plans and Rates Price (KSH) Bonga Zaidi Browse Ukibonga Browse Zaidi999600 MINS 600 SMS 5 GB400 MINS 400 SMS 10 GB200 MINS 200 SMS 15 GB1,499700 MINS 700 SMS 15 GB600 MINS 600…

 Vertiv has pledged its support of the upcoming Gitex Africa event, touted to be the continent’s largest and most influential tech and startup show. At this year’s event, Vertiv will showcase its critical infrastructure solutions, providing Gitex Africa visitors with an immersive, 3D experience. This will include access to the Vertiv Virtual Showroom, which creates a virtual experience using photo-realistic 3D models enriched with engaging animations that allow users to interact with state-of-the-art digital infrastructure solutions from the Gitex Africa stand. The showroom displays a range of digital infrastructure equipment, whether it be fully equipped racks, highly efficient cooling equipment, or intelligent power, in a walkable facility. Vertiv will also feature…

Safaricom has today announced the list of shortlisted startups to benefit from the Spark Accelerator Program. The 9 startups cover a broad range of categories Embedded Finance, Future Fintech, SME Productivity Tools and Content. The Spark Accelerator is taking an ecosystem-based approach by providing a blend of training, mentorship, and go-to-market support. It seeks to provide the startups with access to markets, access to technology, product development support and access to capital. “Leveraging technology to drive meaningful innovation is a strong premise under which the Spark Accelerator program was founded. By supporting and investing in these tech-enabled startups, we aim…

LG has introduced its latest TONE Free T90S model to the global market, including Kenya, one of its largest markets in Africa. The new T90S earbuds, which are designed to offer impressive sound for a heightened listening experience, boast an even more comfortable fit, and possess a range of useful features that are essential for elevated on-the-go listening pleasure. Delivering an enriched audio experience with improved accuracy and clarity, the newest T90S earbuds use pure graphene for drivers, a departure from the conventional use of coated graphene. The lightweight and sustainable material is widely known for boosting performance and efficiency in advanced technologies such as…

I recently had a chat with Christopher Saul, the Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat. We discussed the impact of cloud investments in the region. Red Hat provides enterprise open source solutions that include Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes. It offers hardened solutions that make it easier for enterprises to work across platforms and environments, from the core datacenter to the network edge. Saul provided perspectives on investments such as Oracle’s new public cloud region in Nairobi, are helping boost the digital economy as well as making advanced technological solutions more accessible. He mentioned the reduced entry…

The expansion will help meet the demand for digital infrastructure as data consumption rapidly outstrips supply in Africa. PAIX Data Centres, a leading provider of data center solutions, today announced the expansion of its facility in Accra to 1.2 MW, in a critical boost to the digital economy that will also spur job creation. The data centre, now one of the largest in Ghana, will help internet service providers (ISPs), cloud providers, and enterprises take full advantage of robust digital infrastructure and improved connectivity, to create online businesses such as e-commerce that will thrive in the digital era. The expansion…

NBA Africa today announced the launch of “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator,” a startup accelerator based on the continent focused on early-stage African startup companies. Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator will support Africa’s tech ecosystem and the next generation of African tech entrepreneurs by providing them with access to mentorship and capital that will help drive growth in the sports and creative industries. Operated by ALX Ventures, a leading technology incubator that provides the continent’s tech leaders with access to the skills and tools to launch and scale their startups, Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator is open to early-stage startups…

OPPO has today announced the official release of a new smartphone under the A series family. This new phone, the OPPO A60, is currently available in stores starting from Ksh 30,000. You can get the phone through online retailers like GadgetsLeo or through most smartphone retailers offline. “At OPPO, we understand that your smartphone is an extension of yourself,” said Fredrique Achieng, PR Manager, OPPO Kenya. “The A60 is built to keep up with your active lifestyle, no matter where it takes you. Whether you’re scaling mountains or relaxing by the pool, you can be confident that your phone can…