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Airtel Africa, in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda, has announced the launch of the most affordable 4G smartphone under the ConnectRwanda 2.0 initiative. Airtel Africa’s latest venture aims to bridge the digital divide in Rwanda by providing over 1 million people in the country with high-speed, cutting-edge LTE smartphones by 2024. This move is in line with the government’s digital transformation vision, wherein all government agencies are striving to digitize their activities by 2024. During a press conference held in Kigali ahead of the 2023 Mobile World Congress, Segun Ogunsanya, the Group CEO of Airtel Africa, expressed his pride…

KLM plans to renew its older generation long-haul fleet with Airbus A350 family aircraft in the coming years. The Airbus A350 is acknowledged as the most fuel-efficient and silent aircraft of its generation. Wide-bodied in design, the new aircraft has substantial benefits in terms of reducing CO2 emissions and noise impact. Procurement is subject to the recommendations of the KLM Works Council. Making the announcement, Air-France KLM Air France KLM General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana Marius van der Ham said, “Today marks a very special day for KLM. We have taken a big step towards our future with the…

With the increase in fuel prices in Kenya, Bolt has adjusted its prices in the country. The company says this move is to cushion its drivers from the tough economic times and the high fuel prices.  Fuel prices in Kenya have been on the rise in Kenya for more than a year but we haven’t seen the taxi hailing apps adjust their prices accordingly. Most drivers have been complaining about this saying that they are talking home very little yet the tough economic environment affects them too. Bolt says that In Nairobi, the base fare will range between Ksh 70…

The Kenya Government is tapping Huawei Technologies to help with the development of the country’s ICT infrastructure, promote the digitization of various sectors of the country, such as transportation, e-government, education, digital energy among others. This was announced yesterday after President William Ruto visited Huawei’s Beijing Executive Briefing Center (EBC). This will not be the first time the Chinese tech giant is working with the government. Back in 2016, the company showcased its smart ICT gadgets targeting County governments in Kenya. Huawei is no stranger to Kenya and has worked with the government and companies such as Safaricom before. Through…

Orange Middle East and Africa and Smart Africa have announced a partnership on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress Africa in Kigali, promising to revolutionize digital education, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities across the continent. At the heart of this partnership lies a shared commitment to empowering Africa’s youth. Through the Smart Africa Digital Academy (SADA) and the Orange Digital Center (ODC) network spanning 16 countries in Africa and the Middle East, young Africans will have access to cutting-edge digital skills training. These programs are not just limited to the tech-savvy; they are inclusive, designed to reach diverse audiences and…

Sweat Economy has expanded its reach to the United States and eight additional countries, including the Bahamas, Barbados, Botswana, Ghana, Jamaica, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and Uganda. This expansion aligns with Sweat Economy’s mission to empower billions of people globally, fostering a healthier and wealthier community. The expansion into these new markets was made possible through the enthusiastic support of Sweat Economy’s community, with over 380,000 users actively participating in a historic vote. This significant move allows millions of users to tokenize their physical activity within the Sweat Economy ecosystem, bolstering the growing global movement economy. Sweat Economy leverages its popular Sweatcoin…

OPPO Kenya has today added three new devices to its portfolio in Kenya. The star of the show is the OPPO A78 that is available in retail stores for Ksh 35,000. Two other devices the company has announced include the OPPO A58 available in Kenya for Ksh 30,000 and OPPO A98 that is available in Kenya for Ksh 46,000. All these phones are available online through Jumia and offline through most smartphone retailers across the country.  A few weeks back we told you that OPPO was gearing to launch these three devices in Kenya. The A78 launched in Kenya is…

Yesterday, Safaricom announced the launch of Safaricom Hook, a platform dedicated towards to nurturing the potential of young Kenyans. Safaricom Hook focuses on three core aspects: technology, career, and culture, aiming to create opportunities and bridge gaps for the dynamic Gen Z demographic. in addition to these, Safaricom Hook offers customizable bundle offers similar to what we had with Safaricom Blaze. Empowering Through Technology Safaricom Hook is a gateway to a digital lifestyle for the youth. By offering smartphone access and essential digital skills training, Safaricom Hook equips young Kenyans with the tools they need for the tech-driven future. The…

Andela has announced the launch of Andela Talent Cloud, an integrated, end-to-end platform to match global technologists with companies seeking to bolster capacity and skill sets. The Andela platform is an all-in-one, AI-driven solution that provides IT executives with complete transparency of talent profiles and skills assessment results, enabling informed and secure hiring decisions. “Market-leading organizations realize that rewriting their workforce strategies to include global, remote tech talent offers a distinct competitive advantage,” said Jeremy Johnson, Andela CEO and Co-Founder. “Andela offers a seamless approach. By combining the world’s preeminent private talent marketplace with an AI-driven platform, Andela helps companies scale their teams and…

WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps on both Android and iOS. WhatsApp incorporates an end-to-end encryption feature to safeguard your personal and business communications. What is End-to-End Encryption? End-to-end encryption is the gold standard of security in the digital communication space. It means that your messages, photos, videos, voice messages, documents, status updates, and calls are scrambled into a secret code before they leave your device. Only the recipient’s device can decipher the code, ensuring that no prying eyes, not even WhatsApp itself, can access your messages. When you chat with someone using WhatsApp Messenger, the end-to-end…