Safaricom triples M-Pesa users in Ethiopia to 3.1m
Safaricom’s M-Pesa has rapidly amassed 3.1 million users in Ethiopia within a brief four-month span, signaling immense demand for mobile financial services in the region.
About 15 Million Bednets to be Distributed in Kenya’s 22 Counties
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the US President’s Malaria Initiative and the Global Fund, is set to distribute 15.3 million bed nets across 22 of Kenya’s 47 counties…
Betavolt’s Prototype Battery Set to Power Smartphones for 50 Years
Excitement reverberates across industry circles and consumer bases alike as Chinese company Betavolt unveils its revolutionary prototype battery capable of sustaining smartphones for up to five decades without requiring additional charging!
China Approves Over 40 AI Models for public Use in Past Six Months
Chinese media reports indicate that China has greenlit over 40 artificial intelligence (AI) models for public utilization within the initial six months of…..
SA’s OfferZen Raises $4.3m Funding Round,Reformats Business Model
OfferZen, a South African developer hiring marketplace established in 2015 and operational since 2016, has secured EUR4 million (US$4.3 million) in funding from
Standard Chartered,Village Capital Partner to invest in Women-Led start-ups.
Standard Chartered Bank and Village Capital have recently unveiled a collaborative effort aimed at bolstering startups led by women and committed to making a….
Billionaire Kibunga Kimani Buys Sh113 Million Safaricom shares
Billionaire John Kibunga Kimani has increased his ownership in #telecommunications giant Safaricom by acquiring an additional …
Uber Kenya Releases Data on Consumer Trends in 2023
Uber has shared insights into consumer behavior regarding its cab-hailing and food delivery services in Kenya. Notable findings include the longest…