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NCBA Group has posted a profit after tax of KES 5.3 billion in its first quarter of 2024 financial results which is a 5 per cent increase compared to KES 5.1 billion reported during a similar period in 2023. Key Highlights NCBA has achieved continued growth and success driven by positive operating income of 16 billion and a decline in loan impairment charges by 30.9 per cent year on year. On the back of cost efficiency prioritization, operating expenses resulted in a 12 per cent year on year increase. “We are pleased to report strong financial results for the first quarter of 2024,” said John…

The proliferation of edge computing use cases has shifted critical equipment and data from the protected confines of the data centre to more demanding environments where heat, humidity, air quality, and physical security are significant challenges. Recognising this new reality, Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv SmartCabinet ID, an all-in-one, fully sealed single-rack enclosure that delivers cooling, power, and environmental protection for applications at the network edge. The SmartCabinet ID is available in North America and in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) with multiple rack sizes and cooling capacity options, including 24U and 42U racks, and 3.5 kW and 7.0 kW of…

Sophos has announced the appointment of Joe Levy as its new CEO. He has been the ating CEO since Feb 15. Levy has over 30 years of experience of innovating and leading cybersecurity product development, services and companies. During his nine-year tenure at Sophos, Levy drove the transformation of Sophos from a product-only vendor into the global cybersecurity giant it is today, including an incident response team and managed detection and response [MDR] service that defends more than 21,000 organizations worldwide. Levy also created SophosAI and Sophos X-Ops, an operational threat intelligence unit that joins together more than 500 cross-departmental cybersecurity…

The Aviator game download captures attention in the gambling universe by combining risk and quick decision-making. As a plane is taking off, players see it and their potential winnings grow with its rise, but they have to cash out before it goes away to secure their profits. A smooth and easy-to-use interface complements this gameplay which can be accessed on any device at any time through various platforms, thereby broadening its appeal even further. Aviator Step-by-Step Download Guide To get Aviator downloaded onto your phone or computer, simply go onto either the website or app store for it. Once there…

Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving 190 million users across 100 countries, is taking pizza to the moon for Bitcoin Pizza Day. Over 6 days, Binance will be distributing over 5,000 pizzas globally to reach consumers worldwide for Bitcoin Pizza Day. Binance is taking steps to truly own the holiday on a global scale, delivering on its mission to educate and engage with both crypto and non-crypto users. A series of activations will take place globally in many iconic locations between 17 May – 22 May. In-person pizza parties, custom Binance branded pizza vans, and pizza deliveries…

TCL Electronics has unveiled its latest line-up of products spanning various categories tailored for the Middle East and Africa market at an exclusive launch event in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. Furthermore, TCL highlighted its robust partnership with Arsenal Football Club as the Official Regional Consumer Electronics Partner during the event, which included a notable appearance by Arsenal Legend Martin Keown. The event brought together industry leaders, media representatives, top influencers, and notable personalities from across the region to witness TCL’s latest product line-ups that emphasize the company’s dedication to delivering top-notch technological innovation to customers in the region. This includes…

Kingdom Bank has today opened its 21st branch in Kitale Town, Trans Nzoia County. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the Bank’s mission to enhance financial inclusion and support the vibrant economic landscape of Kenya. Located at the GH Tanna Building along Kenyatta Street, the new branch reaffirms the Bank’s commitment to being a steadfast partner for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kitale and beyond, and especially local entrepreneurs, agribusiness investors and commercial farmers. Kingdom Bank is confident that the Kitale business and farming community will find the bank’s solutions most useful, notably farm input…

OpenseedVC, a new operator-led fund seeking to be first investors in seasoned operators starting their technology companies across Africa and Europe, has officially launched, announcing the first close of its $10M angel-style early stage fund The fund, backed by LPs such as founders, operators and HNIs across Africa, Europe and US, will offer up to $150,000 starter cheques, along with access to its robust network of over 50+ seasoned experts, to support the operators just starting their technology companies from zero to one. OpenseedVC will also invest mainly in the Future of Commerce i.e., B2B Software, AI and Fintech, Future…

As part of its diverse May launch slate in Kenya, African streamer Showmax has unveiled its first-ever Original docuseries in Kenya, Nilichoma, premiering on 28 May. The 10-part docuseries features well-known personalities in Kenya who received an unexpected windfall, and then blew it all.  “The story of starting from nothing, only to fall into immense wealth, is a dream shared by humanity. However, the accompanying fall from grace is a nightmare we dread,” says producer Ahmed Deen (Midlife Crisis). “Nilichoma is a collection of these dreams, shared by personalities we have grown up with and dreamt of being. These personalities either inherited, won…

In a world where technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, Samsung continues to be at the forefront with the roll out of Galaxy AI now in more device range. This innovation is a transformative leap into the future of mobile AI, designed to serve you in ways you never imagined. Galaxy AI brings convenience and empowerment by unlocking a world of new possibilities right at your fingertips, making your mobile experience more human, more reliable, and more personal than ever before. One of the standout features of Galaxy AI is its Circle to Search with Google functionality. With…