You’ve got a lot of work to do, especially if you own your own business, or you’ve just established a startup. The last thing you want to do is feel like you’re wasting time that could be spent increasing the success of…
From an exciting cosplay competition category at the MJX convention to free popcorn at the movies, Showmax is on the ground this December. Get dressed up in your best for the MJX Cosplay event on 15 December Showmax is the title sponsor of…
Wiki In Africa has launched version 2 of WikiFundi, an open-source editing platform that provides an offline editable environment with a similar experience to editing Wikipedia online. WikiFundi 2.0 was released in November 2018, with a beta version released to the Wikimedia community…
With the rising medical ailments are the rising medical costs which an average person finds difficult to meet. In this expensive medical market, technology use may be seen as an unaffordable luxury. But the key is that use of RIGHT technology actually…
Liquid Telecom Kenya has partnered with non-profit civic technology network Code for Africa (CfA) to install air quality sensors at 3,000 sites across Kenya, following warnings that air pollution is killing more than 20,000 Kenyans a year. The sensors will be installed…
Showmax has added the DStv Explora to its list of supported devices in Kenya, making it possible to enjoy the entire binge-orthy Showmax catalogue directly on any big-screen TV. The Explora will need to be connected to the internet to stream Showmax. How to…
Mastercard has partnered DPO Group to enable more than 40,000 African merchants to accept Mastercard payments, connecting more people and businesses to the global economy. The collaboration will enable DPO to act as a Pan-African switch by using the Mastercard Payments Gateway Services (MPGS). DPO will…
These women in Africa have defied all odds and managed to emerge as the top female entrepreneurs in Africa. What makes them so different? We will always applaud women who have managed to overcome the stereotypes and actually make something out of…
Vauxhall are one of the most popular car manufacturers on the planet, selling over 2 million vehicles worldwide in the first half of 2018 alone. With a huge range of models, it can be tricky to figure out the best one for…
While the shadow of Brexit continues to hang ominously over the UK and global economy, there are some sectors that continue to thrive. Global IT spending is projected to total $3.7 billion in 2018, for example, with this number set to increase…
For any entrepreneur operating a small business or setting up in a remote location, power is essential. We all need power to run our businesses, from simple lighting requirements to energy for computer or printers. So, what do you do if your…
After you have made the decision to use custom-build software, the next decision will be to choose the right company to do the job. The decision you make will ultimately determine whether your project will be a success or will result in…
Hello Tractor, a platform connecting farmers to tractors is working with Scientists from IBM Research to launch an AI and Blockchain-based agriculture digital wallet and decision-making tool to connect farmers to tractor fleet providers and banks. “Through valued relationships with companies like…
Many people rely on their computers to the extent that when something goes wrong, it is a severe problem. Most of the time you want your system back up and running as soon as possible. An almost limitless number of things can…
The mindset of traders can vary from individual to individual, but one of the differences depends on whether you are trading full time or in your spare time. For full-time traders who have already quit their day jobs and considering their only…
Uber has launched a 24/7 phone support for users across Kenya 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To call, users simply need to tap ‘Help’ in the main menu of the Uber app and select the ‘Call’ option to be…
g IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is investing $1 million in Vezeeta, an Egyptian technology company that operates an online platform that allows patients to quickly find doctors in three Middle Eastern countries. The investment is part of IFC’s…
Liquid Telecom has announced that it is investing 8 billion Egyptian Pounds ($400m US Dollars) in Egypt over the next three years for network infrastructure and data centres. The investment is part of a major partnership with Telecom Egypt which was made during…
Showmax, an online subscription video on demand service with over 35 000 movies, series episodes, kids’ shows and documentaries, is working with TransCentury IMAX at Garden City to reward movie goers and new subscribers with free popcorn when signing up for Showmax…
Transfering money is easy when it is about local transaction but transfering money accross countries is never hassle free. Not only do you need to spend more bucks as fee of the transfer but it is about stress of mind as there…
Okapi Finance, a Swedish money remittance and payment services firm with operations in Africa has partnered Ecobank, to enable customers of the two institutions transfer cash from Okapi wallet to Ecobank account and vice-versa at no cost. The partnership will also enable…
Pay-as-you-go solar firm Azuri and consumer goods company Unilever recently launched an e-voucher system designed to help off-grid rural consumers access consumer goods and services via pay-as-you-go solar. The deal will see Azuri customers who purchase a Quad solar home lighting system…
StarTimes Kenya has unveiled its over the top (OTT) business dubebd StarTimes ON to provide ultimate entertainment and enriched experience enabling subscribers to access the pay television company channels on the go. The online video streaming service will enable subscribers to access…
Econet’s broadcast network Kwesé has launched a video-on-demand (VOD) streaming service, Kwesé Play to deliver the fastest streaming services in Africa. This comes just a month after the firm discontinued some channels on satellite to make way for Kwese Play, it’s digital…
FPGAs have become more versatile in the last couple of years than they have ever been before. That is why there has been a stupendous rise in the usage and that too in every industry. It now can gain processing power at…
The Netherlands is appealing for individuals who want to start both small and medium-sized companies. With a flexible taxation system and a legislation that favors foreigners who want to move to the Netherlands, the government encourages those interested in self-employment. In order…
In the advertising approach of your company, content marketing is becoming more important these days. You can improve your connection with your target audience not only by creating marketing content as per the needs of a main population segment but also by…
Did you know you can use technology to improve your love life? It sounds odd, but in a day and age where people are incredibly busy but have the access to tech, it’s easier to use technology. Tech doesn’t have to be…
When women take opportunities they take them and turn them into greatness. It’s not a hidden factor or a myth that when a woman makes it in any industry it is usually a very big achievement. A woman who turned her passion…
Kuramo Capital is expressing interest in purchasing 12% of Kenyan-based digital micro-lender, Pezesha African LTD. The firm had earlier this year (August) participated in a Pezesha seed-round through its Consonance Kuramo Special Opportunities Fund I. Pezesha, founded in 2016, has since carved…
