The Mastercard Foundation has announced the appointment of Carole Wamuyu Wainaina to its Board of Directors. Wainaina brings 35 years of global experience in multinationals and multilateral organizations, with expertise in strategy, organizational transformation, and human resources. Wainaina currently serves as Senior Advisor to the CEO at Africa50 and […]

TECNO Kenya, a leading provider of innovative smartphones, announced the grand opening of four new stores across Kenya: Machakos, Thika, Kitengela, and Nanyuki. This expansion brings TECNO’s total number of stores in Kenya to 17, solidifying their commitment to empowering Kenyan consumers with accessible technology across the country. The strategically […]

Salesforce, the leading AI-powered CRM platform, announced significant expansions to its Einstein Copilot capabilities, introducing new features specifically designed for marketers and merchants. Einstein Copilot, Salesforce’s reliable conversational AI assistant, now supports daily marketing and merchandising tasks alongside its existing functionalities for sales and service. Salesforce also introduced tools for […]

Sophos, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, announced today that Joe Levy has been appointed as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO), after serving as acting CEO since February 15. To support his strategic vision for Sophos, Levy has named Jim Dildine as the new chief financial officer (CFO) and […]

Visa, has announced the African Fintech Startups shortlisted from across the continent to participate in the second cohort of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program. As part of Visa’s work to unlock financial innovation across the continent, the biannual program offers 12 weeks of 1:1 mentorship and personalized training, providing seed to […]

By Fredrique Achieng In the age of rapid technological advancement, the conversation around sustainability has become more critical than ever. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected through the use of electronic devices, the issue of electronic waste (e-waste) looms larger, posing significant challenges to both the environment and the economy. […]

African streamer Showmax has completed the integration of M-Pesa onto its recently relaunched platform, allowing customers the ease and convenience of engaging with the popular payment method simply and quickly.   Having completed an extensive migration of its customers and content onto the globally scaled Peacock platform in February, the Showmax team have continued to […]

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Meet Jacktone Lawi, a seasoned technology journalist with years of experience in the industry. I have developed my passion for technology during my formative years, which has been instrumental in shaping my career trajectory. My expertise lies in reporting on emerging technologies and their impact on businesses and consumers worldwide. Through my experience I’m well-versed in covering topics such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation, among others. Throughout my career, I have has demonstrated an exceptional ability to distill complex technical information into accessible and engaging content that resonates with my readers. My writing style is clear, concise, and informative, allowing me to communicate even the most technical concepts to a broad audience. Beyond my writing skills, I have also become known for extensive network of industry contacts and ability to secure exclusive interviews with high-profile figures in the technology world. These connections have enabled me to gain unique insights into the latest trends and developments in the field, giving me a competitive edge in my reporting. In addition to my work as a journalist, I’m also actively engaged in the broader technology community. Where I regularly attend conferences and events, share insights and stays up-to-date on the latest innovations in the industry. Overall, my wealth of experience as a technology journalist have given me a deep understanding of the industry and its impact on society.

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