Author: Kaluka wanjala

Xiaomi Kenya has today announced the availability of yet another smartphone, the Redmi A3, in Kenya. The phone is available in the country starting from Ksh 11,599. Xiaomi says the Redmi A3 is the perfect gift for someone this April Holiday season. The phone features a stylish design, a large high refresh rate display, AI dual camera and much more. This is the successor to the Redmi A2 from last year. The Xiaomi A series has really dominated the entry level smartphone segment and I do not see it being dethroned anytime soon. Redmi A3 Specifications All Redmi A3 models…

Tecno showcased the Camon 30 series at MWC 2024 and the company is finally rolling out this series in select markets.  The Camon 30 series has 4 main devices, the Camon 30, Camon 30 5G, Camon 30 Pro and the Camon 30 Premier. This series features the Classic Side-axis Camera Design blends classic flair with contemporary aesthetic taste for stylish consumers. It also features an elegant, intelligent Action Dot that adds a touch of retro spirit while also acting as an indicator for video recording, voice assistant wake-up alerts, charging status alerts, infrared remote status and more. All Camon 30…

Google Cloud today announced the appointment of Noor Al-Sulaiti as Head of Security Business Development and Government Relations for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa region (META). Noor brings a wealth of experience in the telecommunications and technology sectors to her new role. Noor’s appointment is yet another testament to the company’s commitment to the region and safeguarding governments’ digital assets. In this position, Noor will be responsible for Google’s security expansion in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa underscoring the growing importance of cybersecurity for the company. She will foster strategic partnerships with the public sector to leverage Google…

LemFi has received Centyra Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) approval to start operating remittances to kenya. This is a significant step as it will allow seamless international payments for Kenyans in the diaspora.  Kenyans in the US and Canada can now send money directly to M-pesa, Mobile Money and Bank Accounts within minutes at zero transfer fees. LemFi says customers can do so at the best exchange rates available. The LemFi app is available on both the Google Play Store and Apple App store.  For these and more stories, follow us on X (Formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Telegram. You can also send us tips or…

Y Combinator has invested $500,000, in Triply, the kenya travel tech startup. The investment is to help develop products, expand operations, and partner with others in the travel industry. This investment by Y Combinator is the first to be directed to a travel tech company in Africa. Triply helps travel businesses collect payments and automate their operations. It was founded in 2021 and also lists the businesses on its marketplace with the aim of bridging the needs gap in the local travel market.  Its tools provide various solutions for different travel stakeholders from tour operators, transport providers, accommodation providers, and…

Faiba Mobile went live in Kenya back in 2018 and offers affordable data plans compared to what you get from the other network providers. This product is owned by Jamii Telecom which is a telecommunication service provider offering broadband and mobile services under the “FAIBA” brand. Faiba Mobile is a 4G only network and this means you need a 4G SIM card and have a compatible phone. Faiba Mobile has some interesting data packages such as the ‘Fisi Unlimited’ package that costs Ksh 150 and gives you unlimited internet for 3 hours. The name is quite interesting but the unlimited…

Are you one of those people who thinks gaming and gambling are two completely different things? Well, you are not right. These are created and defined as two different things. But they still have a lot of similarities that you need to know. While some are just fun and interesting, others can be problematic. Below we will reveal all of the similar elements of gaming and gambling. Bonuses And Different Rewards At first sight, you may believe that bonuses and rewards are available for online casino games only. But, these are available in video games as well. For instance, you…

Faiba Home Internet is one of the home internet service providers in Kenya. Some of the other home internet service providers in kenya include Safaricom, Zuku, Poa internet just to name a few. Back to Faiba Home internet, speeds range from 40 Mbps to 140 Mbps. The speeds you choose depend on how you intend to use your internet. If you are a heavy user who streams 4K videos, the higher the speeds, the better. It is good to contact JTL (the company behind Faiba) and inquire if there is coverage in your area before proceeding. As of April 2024,…

Kua Ventures has partnered with Startup Savanna to support the region’s SMEs. This collaboration allowed 10 entrepreneurs to pitch for a maximum of Ksh 15 million in funding for their businesses.  Central to Kua Ventures’ approach to supporting SMEs is the 3C model consisting of capital, coaching and community. The capital component consists of secured and revenue-based loans of between KES. 5 million and KES. 15 million for business growth and expansion, while the coaching aspect involves matching the entrepreneurs with local and international mentors to enhance their leadership skills and refine their business strategies. The community component on the other hand enables…

Last week, Kenya launched its first Electric Mobility (e-mobility) Draft Policy that seeks to guide the development of electric mobility in all transportation modes – road, rail, air and maritime. The policy will provide a transition framework from the use of conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. The draft policy was developed by the National Electric Mobility Task Force. The policy has a number of objectives including the development of a comprehensive framework to promote e-mobility adoption, local manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (EVs), enhancing infrastructural capacity, and improving technical skills in the e-mobility sector. The policy will also address the…