Huawei Technologies has set its sights on the unfolding future of online connectivity that is characterized by smart homes, smart manufacturing and smart urban transportation with the new 50G Passive Optical Networking technology (50G PON). This, said the firm in a statement, is because the PON, which has been designed for network operators, combines excellent performance in terms of bandwidth and connection quality, cost efficiency, and support for a future technology roadmap. 50G PON, as defined in the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) standard, offers options for broadband access of up to 50 Gbit/s symmetrical bandwidth. With investment into broadband network…
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By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat The explosion of cloud-based computing in Kenya has forced IT professionals to rethink their infrastructure and software strategies. The country led the rest of the continent in cloud spending in 2022, and while that spending is forecast to decrease this year, benefits such as improved security and customer service, scalability, and business efficiency are driving many enterprises to migrate to the cloud. But migration is not a straightforward process, especially when the infrastructure is becoming more diversified and complex than ever before. Africa is set to transition to…
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is embarking on a comprehensive review of its programmes in Kenya. The multi-year initiative, called the 16+ review, aims to revolutionize the learning landscape and provide students aged 16 and over with a transformative education that prepares them to thrive individually, collaborate with others, and contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable world. With a strong emphasis on choice, well-being, and real-world relevance, the IB intends to create a future-proof curriculum that empowers Kenyan students to become critical thinkers, risk-takers, and compassionate individuals. The IB believes in the power of collaboration and has designed the review…
AIfluence, Africa’s 1st AI driven Influencer Marketing Platform has been named as the winner of the Kenya edition of the 2023 Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI), a global innovation program and competition for start-ups and fintech companies. AIfluence, received a $20 000 USD monetary prize and progresses to the Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA) regional finals. The winning start-up at the CEMEA Regionals will participate in the global finale, which will be held in September in San Francisco. Other winners include, Leja who won the audience favorite award while the social impact prize went to Ndovu with…
Binance Academy, the education arm of the leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has announced a partnership with Coursera, one of the world’s most prominent online learning platforms. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive blockchain education to a global audience, catering to both beginners and individuals looking to pursue careers in the blockchain industry. The programs offered through this partnership will equip learners with valuable skills and knowledge, ultimately driving adoption and building the foundations for Web3. The collaboration between Binance Academy and Coursera brings new educational opportunities to learners worldwide. By leveraging Coursera’s expertise in online learning and Binance Academy’s industry-leading…
In an effort to enhance financial inclusion for women migrants and women affected by migration, Seedstars has announced the launch of the Financial Innovations for Women Affected by Migration (FIWAM) growth program. This program aims to identify and support fintech companies that focus on promoting financial inclusion across Asia, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and Sub-Saharan Africa. Applications for the program are now open until July 30, 2023. The FIWAM growth program is funded by the Impact-Linked Fund for Gender Inclusive FinTech (ILF for GIF), which is managed by the Impact-Linked Finance Fund (ILFF). It is further supported…
Snapchat has gained immense popularity over the years, allowing users to share photos, videos, and messages that disappear after a short period. However, if you’ve decided that it’s time to part ways with the platform or you’re facing any issues, deleting your Snapchat account is a straightforward process. Before we dive into the deletion process, it’s important to note that deleting your Snapchat account is a permanent action. Once deleted, your account and all associated data cannot be recovered. Additionally, keep in mind that the deletion process takes a total of 60 days. During this time, your account will be…
Last week, Moringa School held its annual Career Fair and second graduation ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya. The event provided an excellent platform for students to connect with a diverse range of potential employers and explore the latest career opportunities in the tech industry. The graduation ceremony celebrated the achievements of four hundred and ninety students who received certificates in software engineering, data science, data visualization, and product design. The Principal Secretary of the State Department Vocational Education and Training, Dr. Esther Thaara Muoria, had the honor of presenting the certificates to the graduates. One of the key highlights of this…
In a significant development for Kenya’s evolving data protection landscape, Digital Jewels, a prominent global technology firm, has announced its entry into the local market. This move comes as Kenya attracts foreign technology companies, highlighting the country’s growing importance in the field of data protection. During the official announcement, Ms. Adedoyin Odunfa, the Founder and CEO of Digital Jewels, emphasized the opportunity to establish partnerships with like-minded organizations in Kenya. She expressed the company’s commitment to advancing the African narrative on data protection and information security, following its successful presence in 15 other countries. Ms. Odunfa highlighted the importance of…
Bonga Points is Safaricom’s loyalty programme to reward customers using its services. You get 1 bonga point for every Ksh 10 you spend on Airtime, SMS, Data and M-Pesa services. Initially, you only got Bonga Points when using Airtime, Data and SMS, the M-Pesa option was added recently. Bonga Points can be accumulated by both Safaricom Prepay and Postpay customers as long as they keep using Safaricom services. How to Enroll / activate Bonga Points on Safaricom As long as you have a Safaricom SIM card, you can easily activate and enroll to earn Bonga Points by: Follow the prompts…