What is an eSIM and how do you get started with one?
September 16, 2022
Ever since Apple unveiled the iPhone 14 series, there has been talk about the company pushing for eSIM adoption by removing the physical SIM card slots on these new phones. This is mostly for those…
Safaricom Postpay Customers can now ‘Sambaza’ Data Bundles
September 3, 2022
If you are a prepay customer using Safaricom, you have had an easier option when it comes to sharing (Sambaza) data with other customers. For Safaricom Postpay subscribers, this has not been possible. That has…
Safaricom Finally Kicks Off Operations in Ethiopia
August 29, 2022
Safaricom Ethiopia has today announced that it has started large-scale customer pilot of its network. The company is conducting the initial tests in Dire Dawa, a city in Eastern Ethiopia. According to the company, “This…
Safaricom Appoints Cynthia Karuri as the new Chief Enterprise Business Officer
August 24, 2022
Safaricom has today announced the appointment of Cynthia Karuri-Kropac to the position of Chief Enterprise Business Officer. This position was left vacant after Kris Senanu left the telco almost two months back. Senanu left Safaricom…
Here is why you will be paying more for mobile phones and SIM cards in Kenya
August 3, 2022
If you are planning to buy a new mobile, you will be paying more compared to where the prices were a few months back. The price hike is due to the new taxes as per…
Michael Joseph steps down as Safaricom’s Chair of Board
July 29, 2022
Michael Joseph is set to leave his role as the Chairman of the Board at Safaricom in a few days. He was previously the CEO of the telco from 2000 to 2010 before he was…
Safaricom, Microsoft launch a Digital Talent training Program to equip participants with in-demand digital skills
July 28, 2022
A number of technology sector players have today partnered to launch the Digital Talent Program in Kenya. This program focuses on developing digital skills in the market by taking a sustainable approach to create a…
CBK Blocked the Launch of Faraja, the Safaricom-backed zero-interest credit service
July 28, 2022
Earlier this month, EDOMx Ltd In partnership with Safaricom and Equity Bank had plans to launch Faraja, a zero-interest credit service that would allow users to to shop for goods of up to Ksh 100,000…
Safaricom has the fastest download speeds in Kenya While Telkom has the slowest speeds
July 20, 2022
For a number of years, Safaricom has invested in its internet infrastructure and it has worked well for the telco. The company was the first to roll out 4G LTE in Kenya and has plans…