The 15th Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East is now accepting submissions. Candidates from the 17 countries within the Orange footprint have until May 18, 2025, to submit their project on the website. Since 2011, the OSVP prize has been rewarding innovative start-up projects that use and develop new technologies to make a positive impact in Africa and the Middle East in the fields such as education, healthcare, e-commerce, agriculture, or environment. Through this prize, Orange, as a committed operator, aims to contribute to the socio-economic development, support social and environmental innovation, and encourage entrepreneurship. The…
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Today, more and more users from Kenya are getting into betting and gambling. Therefore, new ambitious projects are entering the local market, including https://pari-pesa.co.ke/, where you can download apps for Android and iOS devices. This unique mobile application offers its audience a wide range of betting opportunities on various sports, cyber sports and even non-sports events. However, in order to succeed in betting, it is important not only to understand the lines and odds, but also to use effective strategies. In this article, we will look at the main tips and recommendations for successful Paripesa betting. Understanding the Paripesa Line…
Aviator, the action-packed crash game from Spribe, has made a huge splash in the online gaming community. Regardless whether you’re a high-rolling gambler or a new face in gaming, being a master in the mechanics and practicing clever betting tactics can provide you with a massive competitive edge. Here in this article, let’s discuss some of the 1Win aviator tricks methods to play the game and how to have the best possible odds to win. What is the 1Win Aviator Game? Before diving into betting strategy, let’s have a quick overview of playing the 1Win Aviator game. It’s simple: you…
Channel partners want to develop their cloud capabilities but nearly half feel they lack the technical skills to meet customer needs, according to new research by Westcon-Comstor. The global technology provider and specialist distributor surveyed almost 900 partners across eight countries for its Mastering the Maze report and found that 89% of South Africa-based respondents see developing a cloud practice as a priority. That’s the third highest proportion of any country and is set against an international average of 85%. The desire to capitalise on the opportunities presented by the rapidly growing cloud market is consistent across all markets where the research was conducted: Australia, France, Germany, Indonesia,…
By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat The release of Kenya’s draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy is a signal that the nation, and indeed the whole East African region, is heading in the right direction when it comes to building and fostering a technology-driven and innovation-friendly business environment. Kenya aims to leverage AI technologies to address national challenges, develop infrastructure, and establish itself as a regional hub for expertise, all of which help businesses plan for an AI-powered future. A big part of businesses adopting AI is ensuring that their data aligns with their…
Betting on sports in Kenya is not just a pastime but a whole industry that attracts millions of people. Some bet on 1Win for the adrenaline rush, some dream of winning big and some wonder, “Can I turn this into a strategic investment?”. After all, investment is not just investing money in the hope of profit. It is a system analysis and a risk management. Is this possible with betting? Let’s find out how realistic it is for Kenyans and whether it makes sense. How the Betting Market Works in Kenya: Numbers and Reality Kenya is one of Africa’s leaders…
Vertiv has made another key addition to its industry-leading thermal management portfolio, with the introduction of the Vertiv CoolLoop Trim Cooler, in support of air and liquid cooling applications for AI (artificial intelligence) and HPC (high-performance computing). This global solution supports diverse climate conditions for hybrid-cooled or liquid-cooled data centres and AI factories. Integrating seamlessly with high-density, liquid-cooled environments, the Vertiv CoolLoop Trim Cooler delivers operational efficiency and aligns with the industry’s evolving needs for energy-efficient and compact cooling solutions. It provides up to a 70% reduction in annual cooling energy consumption leveraging free-cooling and mechanical operation, and 40% space savings…
Absa Bank Kenya hosted customers, peers, and financial market stakeholders for a weeklong 2025 Economic forum that offered in-depth macro analysis and explored financing opportunities and yield-enhancing strategies in a bid to help clients build resilience and growth. Speaking during the forums, Absa Bank Kenya PLC CEO and MD Mr. Abdi Mohamed said, “At Absa, we are deeply invested in your story because it truly matters to us. As a collective, we have an ambition to be a financial services group that Africa can be proud of. We are committed to the growth of this continent and the prosperity of…
Check Point and Cardano have partnered to develop and deliver the first comprehensive real-time security solution for blockchain. This collaboration aims to leverage Check Point’s industry-leading cyber security expertise and Cardano’s robust blockchain infrastructure to create a secure environment for Web3 applications. Addressing the Growing Security Risks in Blockchain and Web3 As blockchain technology continues to gain traction across industries, the $1.5 billion Bybit hack earlier this month was a stark reminder that security remains a critical challenge hindering widespread adoption. Cyber threats in the Web3 space have escalated, with hackers exploiting vulnerabilities in smart contracts, digital wallets, and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms…
Last week at MWC 2025, Tecno introduced the Camon 40 series, its latest smartphone series. The series features 4 models, the Camon 40 Premier 5G, Camon 40 Pro 5G, Camon 40 Pro, and the Camon 40. The Camon 40 series promises advanced camera performance. “The Camon 40 Series reflects our commitment to practical AI that enhances every day interactions and photography,” said Jack Guo, General Manager of Tecno. A standout feature of the Camon 40 Series is its AI-powered imaging capability. Through the integration of Tecno AI’s advanced imaging algorithms with cutting-edge hardware and an innovative One-Tap Button, users can…