Binance Adds Locked Address and Concentration Metrics features
July 7, 2025
Many crypto projects choose to lock a portion of their tokens for strategic reasons, such as to incentivize long-term commitment from team members, investors, or the community. These tokens are held in locked addresses and…
MultiChoice Announces August 2025 Price Hikes for DStv, GOtv While Showmax Prices Drop
July 7, 2025
MultiChoice has announced that DStv and GOtv will get slightly more expensive in Kenya starting in August 2025. The price adjustments will take effect on August 1st, 2025. This marks another round of adjustments as…
Sama Achieves B Corp Recertification and Annual Impact Report
July 4, 2025
Sama announced its successful recertification as a Certified B Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to balancing profit with purpose. Sama received an overall B Impact score of 118.4 from B Lab, up from 98.5…
MEST Africa Launches AI-Focused Startup Program
July 3, 2025
The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) has officially opened applications for its newly evolved Training Program; the MEST AI Startup Program. This Program is built to prepare Africa’s most promising tech talents to…
Ecobank Taps Google Cloud to Power AI-Driven Financial Inclusion Across Africa
July 2, 2025
Ecobank and Google Cloud today announced a collaboration aimed at transforming financial services with advanced analytics and AI and driving digital empowerment across Africa. Through this collaboration, Ecobank plans to leverage Google Cloud’s cutting-edge technology to…
Safaricom Ethiopia Hits 10 Million Active Users Milestone in Just Four Years
July 2, 2025
Safaricom Ethiopia has announced that it is now serving 10 million 90 days active customers across Ethiopia, just four years after receiving its license to operate. Wim Vanhelleputte, Chief Executive Officer of Safaricom, said: “Achieving…
Jiji Named Kenya’s Best Online Car Marketplace Despite Persistent Scam Concerns
July 2, 2025
Jiji has been awarded “Best Online Car Marketplace” at the 7th Annual Kenya E-Commerce Awards. This award has raised eyebrows among sections of the public, given the platform’s longstanding association with fraudulent car listings. While…
Visa and Kenya Airways Unveil Co-Branded Travel Cards
July 2, 2025
Visa and Kenya Airways (KQ) have announced a strategic co-brand agreement aimed at enhancing the travel experience for customers and promoting the adoption of digital payments in the aviation industry. According to the agreement, Visa…
Kenya and Egypt Discuss Cross-border Partnerships at Regional Startup Roundtable
July 1, 2025
Kenya recently hosted a high-level roundtable themed “Unlocking Kenya’s Startup Potential: Opportunities & Challenges.” The event was organized by UNDP Kenya in partnership with 500 Global, brought together key players from Kenya’s and Egypt’s innovation…