These Are the VC Firms Ready to Back African Startups in 2025
May 22, 2025
Despite a more cautious global venture capital environment, the African startup ecosystem is proving it still has momentum and value. Over the last 12 months, a number of new VC firms and funds have raised…
KCB Group Records KShs. 16.5B Profit in Q1 2025
May 22, 2025
KCB has reported a solid start to 2025, posting a KShs. 16.53 billion profit after tax for the first quarter ending March 31. This is a marginal uptick from last year’s KShs. 16.48 billion. The…
Safaricom Unveils Revamped Business Credit Solutions for MSMEs
May 21, 2025
Safaricom has today unveiled revamped business credit solutions, including Fuliza Biashara, Taasi Till, and Taasi Pochi. The telco is doubling down on its commitment to financial inclusion and easing the credit crunch faced by thousands…
G42 and Mistral AI Partner to Build Next-Gen AI Infrastructure
May 21, 2025
G42 and France’s Mistral AI have announced a strategic partnership to co-develop next-generation artificial intelligence platforms and infrastructure. The collaboration is part of a broader trend that could soon ripple across the continent. This is…
Kenyan Team Among Top 3 at 2025 Microsoft Imagine Cup Global Finals
May 21, 2025
A team of students from The African Leadership University, Machakos University, Technical University of Mombasa, and the United States International University – Africa, have been recognized as one of the top three finalists of the…
Vertiv Prepares to Power AI Data Centres with 800V DC Infrastructure
May 21, 2025
Vertiv has announced its strategic alignment with NVIDIA’s AI roadmap. Vertiv will introduce its 800V Direct Current (DC) power portfolio in the second half of 2026. This move is aimed at supporting the next generation…
Kenya Partners with Veridos to Launch New Generation of ePassports
May 21, 2025
The Government of Kenya has partnered with Veridos to roll out a new generation of ePassports. This will hopefully speed up issuance times and incorporate advanced security features and design elements that reflect Kenya’s cultural…
Airtel Increases 5G Home Internet Speeds by Up to 50% Without Raising Prices
May 20, 2025
Airtel Kenya has quietly upgraded its 5G Smart Connect home internet plans. These 5G unlimited speeds can be accessed through the Airtel 5G router. The move comes as the demand for reliable and affordable home…
Africa Data Centres Installs Self-Cooling Rack in Cape Town Facility
May 20, 2025
Africa Data Centres, a business of Cassava Technologies, has announced the successful deployment of a self-cooling rack system at its CPT1 facility in Cape Town. The deployment introduces a smarter, more sustainable approach to data…