Author: Kaluka wanjala

As a long-standing exhibitor at the Canton Fair, Skyworth unveiled its groundbreaking OmniView Matte Screen. This next-generation screen technology features multiple high-performance layers designed to deliver superior contrast, ultra-wide viewing angles, exceptional brightness, stunning picture quality, and enhanced eye comfort—pushing MiniLED Displays to OLED-Level Performance. At the core of this innovation is the Low Reflect Layer, which produces deeper blacks and higher contrast levels. The Gold Grade 25% Haze Material Anti-Glare Layer effectively eliminates reflections, making the screen ideal for bright environments. Meanwhile, the Super True Wide Layer ensures vibrant, accurate colors from every angle—whether viewers are sitting, lying down,…

Nigerian fintech, Moniepoint, has officially launched MonieWorld, a new remittance platform designed to serve the Nigerian diaspora in the United Kingdom. This is the company’s first foray outside Africa.  MonieWorld has been developed by Moniepoint GB, the company’s UK subsidiary, headquartered in London. The app makes it easier for users in the UK to send money to Nigeria with no transaction fees and competitive exchange rates that update throughout the day. Users can fund their transfers using multiple payment methods, including bank transfers, debit/credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. “Our goal is not just remittance but a full-fledged diaspora…

Xiaomi Kenya has today announced the availability of the Redmi A5 in Kenya. The company says this phone is designed to empower users with an immersive display, long-lasting battery, and impressive camera capabilities, all for Ksh 9,499.  The Redmi A5 features a 6.88-inch display with a resolution of 1640×720 pixels. This is a spacious canvas for entertainment, browsing, and productivity. This display has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz that automatically adjusts based on the content for optimal fluidity in supported apps. Eye comfort is also a priority, with DC dimming, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution),…

Visa has announced investments in two fintechs that took part in the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program.  Visa’s investments include Konnect, a Tunisian fintech that enables seamless, accessible, and instant payments by provisioning links that can be shared via SMS, email, messenger, or WhatsApp, and PayTic, a fintech based in Morocco which streamlines back-office operations and enhances risk control across digital payments. Leila Serhan, Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for the North Africa, Levant and Pakistan (NALP) region at Visa commented saying, “These innovative fintechs are a beacon of creativity and dedication, revolutionizing commerce and finance. Visa is…

Vertiv has announced the launch of Vertiv SmartRun, a modular prefabricated overhead infrastructure system designed to integrate high-density power distribution busbar, liquid cooling piping network, hot-aisle containment, and network infrastructure into a single, scalable solution, supporting an accelerated data centre fit-out. This all-in-one solution reduces complexity and accelerates deployment times of cloud and AI training applications for greenfield and retrofit colocation and hyperscale data centres.  Deploying Vertiv SmartRun delivers significant advantages in scalability and efficiency, providing end-to-end speed and adaptable configurations to meet various design requirements. With prefabricated assembly, plug-and-play design, and a simplified one-lift installation process, Vertiv SmartRun can deploy up to 85% faster…

Google is now accepting applications for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator program. This is a three-month program designed to support early-stage startups that are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address Africa’s pressing challenges. The Accelerator is open to Seed to Series A startups based in Africa that are building AI-first solutions. To take part, startups need to have at least one founder of African descent, have a live product and a clear vision for responsible AI innovation. The selected startups will receive:  “Startups are Africa’s problem solvers. With the right resources, they can scale their impact far beyond local…

OPPO has announced an Easter Sale campaign in collaboration with LOOP, offering deals on select OPPO devices, including the OPPO A38, Reno11 F, and Reno12 F. The star of the season is the OPPO A5 Pro. Designed to thrive & experience everyday life with its users, this device redefines durability and value in its price segment. Featuring the same precision craftsmanship used in military-grade watches, the phone guarantees unrivaled resistance to drops and scratches from the inside out. Screen damage, one of the most common and costly smartphone mishaps, is greatly minimized in the A5 Pro thanks to an upgraded…

The Kenyan police have arrested a suspect linked to the hacking of JamboPay’s payment platform, resulting in the loss of over Ksh 49 million. The suspect, Joseph Momanyi, is accused of penetrating the systems of Web Tribe, the company behind JamboPay, between July 19 and 24, 2024. Momanyi was arrested on April 12 at his residence in Kahawa West, where police recovered multiple mobile phones, laptops, and SIM cards registered under various identities. He is being held at Muthaiga Police Station for seven days as investigators dig deeper into what is being described as part of a wider cybercrime syndicate.…

Twiga Holdings, the parent company of Twiga Foods, has announced the acquisition of three regional food distributors in Kenya. These are Jumra (serving Nairobi and Central), Sojpar (Western) and Raisons (Coastal). This is part of the company’s expansion strategy and to streamline food distribution across Kenya. The acquisition is part of Twiga’s ongoing transformation strategy. It also marks a significant change in how the company operates across the country. The three distributors will be integrated into Twiga’s supply chain systems and also gain access to institutional capital to help with their growth. In return, they will take on select operational…

PalmPay has announced the launch of the PalmPay Debit Card in Nigeria in partnership with Verve. The new PalmPay Debit Card brings advanced features such as savings yield on deposits and merchant rewards within reach for mass market users in Nigeria. With zero maintenance fees, a simple in-app application process, and nationwide delivery, PalmPay aims to convert millions of its 35 million users to become cardholders this year. The card is accepted at all merchants in the Verve network, and supports both debit and contactless transactions. “This launch is another step forward in our mission to deliver accessible, reliable and…