IXAfrica has closed a multi-tranche financing package with Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), a division of FirstRand Limited, to fund its next growth phase. Withnthius funding, IXAfrica will be able to deliver an additional 20 megawatts (MW) of IT power capacity at its Nairobi data centre campus. The financing builds on the initial 2.25MW already in service. According to the company, the expansion will position its Nairobi campus to attract more hyperscale cloud providers and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. “Closing this financing with RMB secures our next phase of growth and positions us to welcome more hyperscale and AI customers,” said…
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Visa has announced the launch of Visa Pay, an innovative mobile solution that provides access to digital payments and account-to-account money movement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Visa Pay is an interoperable and secure way for banked and unbanked consumers to pay, get paid, and move money across participating banks and mobile networks. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, and convenience, Visa Pay is tailored to meet the unique financial needs of individuals and businesses in the country. As a mobile-first solution, Visa Pay offers easy enrolment, advanced risk and fraud prevention capabilities, and near real-time account-to-account…
Westcon-Comstor has announced significant progress in reducing carbon emissions and expanding its use of renewable energy. The company’s latest annual Responsible Business report reveals that it now sources 50% of electricity globally from renewables – up from 42% last year – marking a major step toward its goal of 100% by 2030. Westcon-Comstor has already transitioned fully to renewable energy in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Scope 1 and 2 emissions – those that Westcon-Comstor owns or controls either directly or indirectly – fell by 8% and 29% respectively year-on-year, with a total reduction of 24% since FY22, meaning the company is…
Hybrid work and creative projects no longer belong to the sidelines. The tools we rely on now define how effectively we can move between meetings, travel, study, and collaboration. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is built to match that new rhythm. A Screen That Feels Like a Workstation The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 2960 × 1848. Vision Booster and an anti-reflective coating ensure visibility even outdoors, while eye-comfort features help reduce strain during long sessions¹. At just 5.4 mm thin, it pairs…
Women Who Build Africa (WWBA has announced that its next flagship assembly will take place in Nairobi on February 5–6, 2026. WWBA will also host Founder Workshops in Nairobi and Johannesburg on October 23, 2025 as a build up to the flagship assembly. These are designed to give women entrepreneurs access to connections, resources and visibility. The WWBA Assembly has become one of the most important gatherings for women in tech and entrepreneurship in Africa. Over the past few years, the initiative has led to real-world outcomes, including investments made off the back of connections at previous events, partnerships between…
Following recent attacks on e-hailing drivers, the company is sending a clear message: any act of violence or criminal behaviour against drivers or passengers will not be tolerated. To protect drivers, new high-risk area alerts are being introduced to warn them of unsafe zones before they accept trips. Drivers will not be penalised for declining these trips, empowering them to make informed decisions about their safety. Mr. Simo Kalajdzic, Senior Operations Manager at Bolt South Africa said “Growth means nothing without safety. We will not tolerate attacks on drivers or passengers on our platform. Safety is non-negotiable, and we are…
The Big Game is imminent. You were planning to watch it at your local restaurant, but you’ve left the planning too late. Now, kick-off approaches, and you don’t want to miss the match. You send a quick text to a friend: “What was the name of that pirate site you used?” They send the address, and you log on. After closing half a dozen pop-up ads and filling a couple of dialogue boxes, you manage to open a blurry, lo-res window showing the game. It’s glitchy, and the sound is out of sync with the images, but it’s just about…
Kenya’s laundry industry is growing rapidly due to high-traffic environments such as hospitality venues, healthcare facilities and multi-housing units. In these busy environments, the demand for fast, reliable and accessible laundry services continues to rise. Notably, the most successful laundromats meet these demands by combining speed, quality and reliability while keeping operating costs low. LG’s Commercial Washing Solutions empower business owners to achieve this balance by delivering operational efficiency, long-term cost savings and by turning everyday washing into a steady flow of revenue. The opportunity to own a successful laundromat business is massive. Kenya’s washing machines market is anticipated to experience an annual…
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, through CFAO Mobility Kenya, has officially revealed the retail prices of its EV lineup in Kenya. The brand is bringing a mix of affordable entry-level EVs and premium models to the local market. This gives Kenyan buyers more choice as the shift toward sustainable mobility gathers pace. Below is the full breakdown of BYD car prices in Kenya (2025): ModelPre-VAT (KES)VAT Inclusive (KES)Duty Free (KES)Dolphin Standard Range5,575,0006,407,0003,904,000Dolphin Premium Extended Range6,137,0007,119,0004,290,700Atto3 Standard Range6,950,0008,062,0004,850,300Atto3 Extended Range7,726,7008,963,0005,383,300Seal RWD Standard Range9,479,30010,996,0006,609,200Seal Excellence AWD11,037,10012,800,0007,688,600Sealion 6 DMi Active FWD7,041,4008,168,0004,557,200Sealion 6 DMi Dynamic FWD7,455,2008,648,0004,810,300Sealion 6 DMi Premium AWD8,557,8009,914,0005,522,000Sealion 7 Standard Range RWD11,625,00013,485,0008,061,600Sealion…
The Olympic Games are at a crossroads between the reading of centuries-old traditions and radical changes that can change the world’s attitude towards sports. Recent experiments with formats have divided the sports community. The pressure comes from a shrinking young audience, demands from broadcasters, and a change in entertainment habits in favor of shorter and more dynamic content. The numbers speak for themselves According to the International Olympic Committee, Paris 2024.il The number of TV views between the ages of 18 and 34 decreased by 15% compared to Tokyo in 2021. The mood that Olympic sports once evoked among young…