Author: Kaluka wanjala

Ericsson has achieved the highest score in the 5G Core for Consumer Business Use Case, according to the November 2023 Gartner Critical Capabilities for 5G Network Infrastructure for Communications Service Providers report. The company’s recognition in this report underscores its extensive portfolio range, depth of experience, and ability to deliver results. In the analysis, which evaluates three key use case areas, Ericsson secured the top spot in the 5G for Consumer Business Use Case. Additionally, the company received the second-highest scores in the 5G Core for Common Enterprise and 5G Core for Dedicated Enterprise use cases. Gartner’s Critical Capabilities analysis…

Vertiv has announced its enhanced partner programme for Africa, with a strong focus on rewarding its local network of expert distributors and resellers across South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria and Morocco. Says Jacqui Gradwell, field marketing manager for Africa at Vertiv: “The African data centre sector is set to see major growth over the next few years, with the region being referred to as the next frontier for the industry. In fact, a report released earlier this year by research company Arizton Advisory and Intelligence states that the local data centre construction market is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of…

The itel S23+ is launching inKenya with a recommended retail price of Ksh 22,400. This will be the most expensive phone from the company. At this price, it will be a direct competitor to the Redmi 12, OPPO A18 just to name a couple. The S23+ will sort of be itel’s flagship smartphone for 2023 with a slightly curved display. In a statement, itel says, “The itel S23+ is poised to revolutionize the smartphone experience with its cutting-edge technology and innovative features, all within an incredible price range. Itel S23+ Specifications Habe a look at the Key itel S23+ Specifications.…

Bolt Food has launched a new feature for users to schedule orders. This allows customers to pre-order meals and place them at any time. This will be possible even when restaurants are fully booked, closed, or when couriers are in high demand. The scheduled orders feature should help restaurants in optimizing their orders, boosting revenue, and efficiently managing kitchen preparation time. This feature is and has been available on some of its key competitors such as Glovo and Uber Eats. On both Glovo and Uber Eats, you can order from any restaurant near you even when is not open and…

LG Black Friday Month campaign has kicked off and will run for the entire month of November. Throughout the month, LG will offer discounts on a wide range of products from TVs to Washing machines. Throughout this campaign period, LG will extend discounts ranging from Ksh 3,000 to Ksh 25,000 on a wide selection of LG products. These include TV sets, refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, and sound systems. Interested buyers can enjoy these discounts by visiting LG Brandshops. These operate in partnership with accredited distributors Opalnet, Hotpoint, and retail partners across the country. The campaign has kicked off and…

Minit Money, a leading blockchain remittance app, announced the launch of its Southern Africa remittance corridor, enabling Zambians residing in South Africa to send money back home with unprecedented ease and affordability. Minit Money’s innovative approach leverages blockchain technology to create a user-friendly digital remittance app, revolutionizing the way money is sent across borders. With the newly opened South Africa to Zambia corridor, this fintech solution is set to transform the lives of many, facilitating seamless, fast, and low-cost transactions for the Zambian diaspora community. The launch of Minit Money’s Southern Africa corridor is more than just a financial milestone;…

A few days ago, Safaricom announced that its 5G network is available in 35 out of the 47 counties. This is just after 1 year of its official roll out. I did cover this and said that Airtel has not made any announcement ever since it announced the official roll out of its 5G network in Kenya. Airtel has now confirmed that it has been hard at work rolling out 5G in select areas across the country and will expand to more by end of the year. The company has said that it will be rolling out additional 100 5G…

Airtel Money has announced a significant reduction in its paybill, bulk payment, and wallet to bank charges. This announcement comes about a week after Airtel Money raised withdrawal and transfer charges when sending money to users on other networks. Reducing Paybill and wallet to bank charges can make Airtel Money more affordable and competitive. This is especially so for those who want to save some money in these tough economic times. M-pesa, the dominant mobile money solution, is not the most affordable platform and has not been for a while. It enjoys an extensive network of agents and this has…

The Africa Online Safety Fund (AOSF) has announced the winners of this year’s grants, among them four organisations operating in Kenya: Boltech Consultancy, Terre des Hommes Netherlands Foundation in partnership with Childline, Watoto Watch Network, and Wezesha Innovation Foundation. The selection of the 22 winning organisations from seven countries was announced by Impact Amplifier (IA) from its headquarters in Cape Town, South Africa. Kenya and Ghana each had four winning entries, while South Africa had five and Nigeria with six, had the highest number of awards. Cameroon, Somalia and Zimbabwe each had one winner. Although the winning organisations reflect seven…

Data Integrated has received official approval from the Central Bank of Kenya to operate as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) in the country. Founded in 2012, Data Integrated has emerged as one of the leaders of digitalizing public transport and SME digital payments. With a focus on developing innovative solutions, the company has successfully crafted a comprehensive Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform designed to benefit every essential stakeholder in the public transport ecosystem. By using technology, Data Integrated aims to enhance service quality, improve safety standards, and streamline operations for bus companies, matatu owners, passengers, regulators, and partners. Mary…