By Niall McNulty, AI Product & Innovation Leader, Cambridge University Press & Assessment The opportunities that artificial intelligence (AI) offer African teachers and students are immense; the AI education market in the Middle East and Africa is projected to hit $1.7 billion by 2030. Yet in Sub-Saharan Africa, where student–teacher ratios can reach 50:1 and many children still lack access to quality learning resources, the need for innovative solutions is urgent. What excites me most about AI in African education is the potential to address persistent inequalities in ways that haven’t been possible before. For too long, students in under-resourced schools have…
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Pesalink has entered into a new partnership with Cellulant to strengthen customer-to-business (C2B) payments for online services in Kenya. The collaboration will see Pesalink integrate with Cellulant’s Tingg platform, which connects over 80 financial institutions, including 39 commercial banks, SACCOs, and fintechs, into a single ecosystem. This integration links millions of bank accounts directly to merchants, making digital transactions faster, more affordable, and easier to reconcile. “Pesalink was built to simplify life through instant, affordable payments for everyone, everywhere, every time. Our partnership with Cellulant directly addresses recurring merchant pain points in payment reconciliation, while providing customers with a seamless…
Samsung today announced the addition of 15 new artworks from Tate to Samsung Art Store. This expansion builds on the platform’s existing partnerships with renowned institutions like the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and many more. By integrating Tate collection, Samsung Art Store continues to bridge the gap between world-class museums and cultural institutions, bringing masterpieces directly into homes. The new Tate collection includes iconic modern masters such as Henri Matisse, Salvador Dalí, Mark Rothko and Roy Lichtenstein — the first pop art artists to appear on the Art Store — as…
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has today announced the opening of a new branch in Kilimani, Nairobi, growing it branch network to 90 branches in Kenya and 150 across East Africa. The launch of the Kilimani branch aligns with DTB’s strategic expansion roadmap, which seeks to bring financial services closer to customers while enhancing access to the bank’s diverse product portfolio. The new Kilimani branch, strategically located at 197 Lenana Place along Lenana Road, will cater to a dynamic mix of individuals, corporates, and entrepreneurs drawn to the vibrant and fast-growing Nairobi suburb. This aligns with the bank’s commitment to delivering…
Samsung has unveiled TRUEBench (Trustworthy Real-world Usage Evaluation Benchmark), a proprietary benchmark developed by Samsung Research to evaluate AI productivity. TRUEBench provides a comprehensive set of metrics to measure how large language models (LLMs) perform in real-world workplace productivity applications. To ensure realistic evaluation, it incorporates diverse dialogue scenarios and multilingual conditions. Drawing on Samsung’s in-house use of AI for productivity, TRUEBench evaluates commonly used enterprise tasks — such as content generation, data analysis, summarization and translation — across 10 categories and 46 sub-categories. The benchmark ensures reliable scoring with AI-powered automatic evaluation based on criteria that are collaboratively…
PayPal has announced a commitment to invest $100 million throughout the Middle East and Africa, fueling innovation, supporting entrepreneurs, and driving inclusive economic growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions. This strategic investment will be deployed through a mix of minority investments, acquisitions, PayPal Ventures funding, people, and technology deployments that will help local businesses scale, unlock new opportunities for innovators, and bring millions more consumers and communities into the digital economy. “The Middle East and Africa are home to some of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving businesses in the world,” said Alex Chriss, President and CEO,…
NETSCOUT has announced its solutions to support cable providers and multiple service operators (MSOs) in improving their ability to deliver an exceptional customer experience while reducing costs. Competition is driving the development of new methods for delivering content more efficiently and effectively. Streaming entertainment, gaming and interactive content, and home automation continue to drive demand for high-speed, scalable, resilient Internet infrastructure as the number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide is expected to increase from 19.8 billion in 2025 to more than 40.6 billion by 2034. This demand continues to fuel the need for bringing more fibre to the home…
Bolt has announced the launch of Bolt Send, its parcel delivery service, in Kenya. This new offering introduces a faster, more affordable, and fully trackable solution for individuals and businesses seeking efficient ways to send and receive goods across the country. The new service allows customers to request a delivery through the existing Bolt app, just as they would book a ride, with parcels and any other deliveries picked up and dropped off by vetted driver-partners. A key differentiator for Bolt Send lies in its commitment to affordability, coupled with the crucial benefits of real-time tracking and secure handling. Dimmy Kanyankole, General…
Kenyan creators are making impressive strides on TikTok, successfully monetising their creativity and engaging with audiences like never before. As the leading short-form video platform, TikTok offers a range of rewarding features designed to empower creators to monetise their creativity and engage with their communities. Social media platforms, including entertainment platforms like TikTok, offer diverse monetisation models tailored to their unique formats, platforms and audiences. These models aim to empower creators to monetise their content in ways that align with their strengths and audience engagement styles, fostering creativity and financial sustainability across the digital landscape. TikTok’s suite of monetisation features…
When it comes to midrange smartphones, Samsung has mastered the art of packing flagship-level features into devices that don’t break the bank. The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G is the latest proof that you can get in Kenya starting from Ksh 31,800. It is perfect for those looking for performance, design and long-lasting usability. This makes it one of the best choices in 2025 for anyone who wants a phone that feels premium without the premium price tag. Here are five reasons why I think the Galaxy A36 5G is worth considering for anyone looking for a smartphone under 40K. Display…