As World Tourism Day approaches on September 27, Kenyan TikTok creators are using the platform to promote local tourism. This year’s theme, “Tourism and Peace,” aligns with their mission to showcase Kenya’s diverse beauty while fostering appreciation through content and offering fresh perspectives on travel across the country. TikTok is impacting […]
Year: 2024
Salesforce has announced plans to expand access to skilling opportunities with free AI training for anyone. The company will offer its premium AI courses and AI certifications free of charge and available to anyone through its free online learning platform, Trailhead, through the end of 2025. To support these efforts, […]
OPPO, a leading global technology brand, is excited to announce the opening of its new exclusive brand store at Sarit Centre, Nairobi. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone for OPPO in Kenya, underscoring its commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences and innovative technology to the Kenyan market. The opening […]
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya Limited have announced an interoperability partnership where Airtel Money customers will now be able to make payments directly to KCB merchants’ tills through the Lipa Na KCB service. This marks a key milestone in achieving a secure, fast, efficient, and collaborative payments system […]
As AI becomes more integrated into daily life, Phone companies are quickly adding AI features to their devices. OPPO has packed several AI features into the newly launched Reno 12F 5G series, balancing fun and function. On the new device, there are a couple of built-in AI features to play […]
Uncap launches €30 Million Fund to help African SMEs scale. SMEs account for about 90% of African businesses, yet they face many challenges in raising capital. Uncap has launched Unconventional Capital, a €30 million fund aimed at providing revenue-based financing to early-stage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa without. […]
NBA Africa has announced the selection of 10 startups from seven African countries to pitch their products at a Demo Day on September 25 at NBA headquarters in New York City. This event is part of the “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator,” launched in April 2024 to support Africa’s tech […]
Salesforce has introduced Agentforce, a new suite of autonomous AI agents designed to enhance efficiency across service, sales, marketing, and commerce. This innovative platform allows companies to scale their workforces on demand, with AI agents handling tasks like customer service inquiries, qualifying sales leads, and optimizing marketing campaigns. Agentforce gives […]
Kenya’s ICT sector has experienced rapid growth, with mobile phone penetration now at 131% and active SIM subscriptions reaching 66.4 million in a population of approximately 49 million. Mobile money subscriptions stand at 38 million, while internet penetration has climbed to 32.7% with 17.86 million active users. The government’s focus […]
PalmPay, a leading financial platform with over 30 million users on its smartphone app in Nigeria, today announces the launch of its USSD code. This service offers Nigerians an additional way to manage their finances without the need for internet connectivity. With the PalmPay USSD code, customers can now perform a […]
