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The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is one of the cheapest smartphones from the company to support Galaxy AI. This is quite impressive as Galaxy AI was initially launched exclusively for the flagship S series and it is good to see it available on affordable devices. This makes the AI tools available to a wider audience. You can get the Galaxy A26 in Kenya for around Ksh 26,000. Also Read: Is the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G Worth Upgrading From the A24 or A25? The question you may be asking is, which Galaxy AI features actually work in real life on the…

 Westcon-Comstor has announced the appointment of Nicodemus (Nickey) Mannya as Director of Cyber Security & Next Gen Solutions for Southern Africa. The appointment comes at a pivotal time as organisations across Southern Africa face escalating cyber threats and pressure to modernise IT environments, making security and innovation core to sustainable growth.  “Nickey’s experience is unique in that he combines deep technology expertise with a strong commercial background and a people-first leadership style,” said Louise Taute, Managing Director of Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa. “He understands that the future of distribution lies not just in supplying products, but in enabling tailored solutions that…

Samsung Galaxy A07 has officially launchjed in Kenya and is available in stores for Ksh 12,800. If you’re shopping for a phone under Ksh 15,000, here’s what you need to know. Samsung Galaxy A07 Specifications Samsung has partnered with Watu and M-KOPA to allow buyers to pay in instalments instead of the full amount upfront.  Price & Availability At Ksh 12,800, you get the 64GB model and Ksh 14,600 for the 128GB model. Who Should Buy the Galaxy A07? The Galaxy A07 is for budget-conscious buyers who want a phone that just works. If you need something durable with updates…

WaterEquity has announced a $5 million investment in SunCulture, through its newly launched Water & Climate Resilience Fund. The is the first transaction from the Fund which is designed to scale growth-stage companies and infrastructure projects addressing water access and climate resilience. If you have a startup you want featured on TechArena, let us know through this contact form here. The investment was made via Savant Group Ltd., SunCulture’s parent company. “This investment reflects a milestone in our new strategy to support projects and companies that address critical infrastructure gaps and build long-term resilience against increasing water stress,” said Aleem Remtula,…

Samsung’s 2025 range of smart TVs and appliances introduces a leap in intelligent functionality with Samsung Vision AI, alongside robust security via Samsung Knox and fresh warranty assurances. These innovations signal not merely enhanced display performance, but also peace of mind for users in Kenya as the models roll out locally. Vision AI: The Smarter Screen Vision AI is the improved spec behind Samsung’s 2025 TV range, available on Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED, QLED and The Frame models. This Samsung Vision AI enables the screen to sense its environment, adapt to ambient lighting, and optimise both picture and sound in real time. Vision AI…

iColo has announced the entry of the Kenya Internet Exchange Point (KIXP) into its Mombasa Two (MBA2) facility located in Nyali. This facility was opened back in 2022 and is the second one operated by iColo in the coastal city. This move by KIXP is expected to help improve internet performance and strengthen the regions digital ecosystem. KIXP is operated by the Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK). It allows networks to exchange internet traffic locally rather than relying on international routes. Its expansion into MBA2 will reduce latency, improve redundancy and bring interconnection points closer to users along Kenya’s…

Airtel Africa, through its data centre subsidiary Nxtra by Airtel Africa, has officially broken ground on what is set to become East Africa’s largest data centre. Located at Tatu City, the facility will deliver a planned capacity of 44 megawatts (MW) once fully built. This will make it the single biggest project of its kind in the region. The centre will support next-generation cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, with GPU-ready racks, 99.999% uptime and advanced security systems. Construction will be executed in two phases of 22MW each. Each facility is expected to go live in the first quarter of…

Uber is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in Kenya and is offering free rides for its customers. The company announced via WhatsApp Business messages that it will be offering free Uber ChapChap and Uber Boda rides between 10:00 am and 11:00 am daily until 11 September 2025 (tomorrow). The promotion is part of Uber’s celebrations marking a decade of operations in Kenya since its entry into Nairobi in January 2015. In that time, Uber has introduced a range of services from Uber ChapChap to Uber Eats while competing with regional ride-hailing rivals such as Bolt, Little and Yego. For riders, you…

Milu Kipimo from Tanzania has been appointed as the Country Manager in South Africa (ZA) for Bolt. Having been Senior Country Manager for Tanzania, Tunisia & Ghana, he joins the ZA Bolt Business team with over 5 years of business leadership experience, during which he held various roles in leading organisations in the field of mass media and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), where he coordinated projects at the local and international level.  In the new role, Milu Kipimo will be responsible for business development and the team’s growth to support customers in South Africa with the flexibility, customer experience and account management they’re looking for with Bolt Business…

The London Internet Exchange (LINX) and interconnection incubator Asteroid have entered a cooperative agreement to transition Asteroid’s customer networks in Kenya to LINX’s interconnection hubs in Nairobi and Mombasa. The transition will run through the end of 2025 and will see Asteroid gradually wind down its operations in the country. Under the agreement, Asteroid customers connected at its Nairobi and Mombasa internet exchanges will move to LINX platforms. Both companies will jointly support the migration process to ensure a smooth transition for networks. “We are very proud of our achievements in Kenya over the last five years,” said Remco van…