As the host nation of the Global Startup Awards Africa, Ethiopia launched the inaugural national Ethiopian Startup Awards on 3rd June 2024 at the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI). This follows the success of the Global Startup Awards Africa Summit held in October 2023 in Addis Ababa and forms an integral part of the national agenda to prioritise innovation and entrepreneurship for the next 10 years of implementing the country’s prosperity roadmap. This year’s Global Startup Awards Africa 2024 competition garnered 11,900 entries from across Africa, with Ethiopia contributing 24% of the Eastern region’s entries. Notably, Ethiopian startups showcased remarkable growth in participating in the awards…
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By Eunice Kinyanjui – Head of Small Business at I&M Bank Ltd Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of Kenya’s economy, contributing significantly to innovation and economic growth. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) Economic Survey 2022, MSMEs account for 33.8% of the national output and are pivotal in realizing Vision 2030 development aspirations, particularly in trade, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, and financial services. MSME’s account for over 90% of private sector enterprises in Kenya, playing a crucial role in the decentralized economic development model promoted by devolution that aims to achieve equitable social and…
by Anthony Hutia, Head of Mobile Experience Division, Samsung East Africa. Foldable technology, once a figment of science fiction, has rapidly become a significant milestone in the evolution of the mobile industry. Samsung has been at the forefront of this transformation. But what is a foldable? A foldable is exactly that — a folding phone. Unlike bar-type smartphones with a single body, foldables consist of a central hinge and two folding sides. The hinge serves as the central axis for opening and closing the phone. Over time, Samsung has introduced unique, cutting-edge technology into the hinge mechanism of its Galaxy…
In recent years, eSIM technology has gained significant traction, revolutionizing the way we connect to mobile networks. Let us explore why eSIMs are better and how they enhance our communication experience. 1. Multiple phone numbers, single device Traditional physical SIM cards require manual insertion and removal from devices. With eSIMs, this hassle disappears. You can activate an eSIM remotely, eliminating the need for physical cards. Whether you are switching between personal and work numbers or traveling internationally, eSIMs offer unparalleled convenience. 2. Enhanced security eSIMs provide an extra layer of security. Unlike physical SIM cards that can be easily removed…
By Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head – Kenya, Zoho Corp. Business growth worldwide is increasingly being influenced by data-driven innovation. In Kenya, for instance, private and public institutions are also gradually turning to generative AI to take more control of their processes and data. This is particularly evident in the area of application development. With large language models (LLMs) trained on billions of coding parameters, GenAI helps developers by generating quick fixes for repetitive tasks such as boilerplate codes, database operations, and standard UI elements, allowing for a faster and better application development experience. Will Gen AI replace low-code development platforms?…
There is no doubt that television has been a cornerstone in the evolution of global communication, serving as a powerful medium that transcends borders and cultures. Its ability to disseminate information, entertain, and influence public opinion has made it an integral part of the modern world. The first televised images were transmitted in black and white, marking a revolutionary leap in visual communication. The grainy, monochromatic broadcasts laid the foundation for the visual storytelling medium that would soon become a staple in households around the world. In its early stages, television offered a handful of channels with limited programming. Families…
The era of buying “just” any TV is gone. Nowadays, a TV is not just about showing pictures and entertaining the household. It is all about decoration, minimalism, the mounting, the projection, and the sound. Buying a new TV can be a difficult experience if you don’t know what to look for. All the specs and acronyms can get overwhelming and, without someone right there beside you when you’re shopping, you might be worried that salespeople don’t have your best interest at heart. Here are the things you should consider: The space where the TV is to be placed Do…
Sophos has released findings from its survey, “Cyber Insurance and Cyber Defenses 2024: Lessons from IT and Cybersecurity Leaders.” According to the report, 97% of those with a cyber policy invested in improving their defenses to help with insurance, with 76% saying it enabled them to qualify for coverage, 67% to get better pricing and 30% to secure improved policy terms. The survey also revealed that recovery costs from cyberattacks are outpacing insurance coverage. Only one percent of those that made a claim said that their carrier funded 100% of the costs incurred while remediating the incident. The most common…
Huawei is attending MWC Shanghai 2024 under the banner of “Advancing the Intelligent World” and offering “Commercial 5G-A Experience Tours”. At its booth in SNIEC Hall N1, Huawei is showcasing its latest products and solutions that support both commercial 5G-A deployment and AI devices required for the mobile AI era. Huawei has also announced that it has successfully reached six separate consensuses with pioneering 5G-A operators from around the world, and launched a joint initiative for high-quality mobile video development in the AI era alongside global operators, industry customers, and other relevant organizations. Over the next three days, Huawei is…
JOINT PRESS STATEMENT BY KICTANet, PARADIGM INITIATIVE, CIPESA, AIRA, AND INTERNET SOCIETY KENYA CHAPTER We, the undersigned, express deep concerns about the Internet shutdown in Kenya. Despite assurances on Monday, June 24th, from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) that Internet access would not be restricted during the #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests, the events of June 25th paint a contrary picture with the Internet shutdown. This action violates provisions of the Constitution of Kenya and international human rights law, which guarantee fundamental rights and freedoms, including freedom of expression, access to information, and peaceful assembly.” Global Internet observatory NetBlocks confirmed an Internet outage on June…