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Kenya government, Stanbic and Microsoft partner to equip Kenyan businesses with digital skills
The Kenyan government alongside Stanbic Kenya Foundation and Microsoft have partnered to equip Kenyan businesses with digital skills needed to fill the gap within...
Safaricom’s fair usage policy caps internet speeds for its home fibre customers
Just a few days after we lauded Safaricom for being considerate in more than doubling internet speeds for its home fibre customers, the telco’s...
Kenya Power is set to install solar panels in private houses and office blocks
In a rather surprising but expected move, Kenya’s sole distributor of electricity – the Kenya power is set to enter the solar market. The...
Safaricom home fiber customers receive speed upgrade, here are the new bandwidth speeds
Safaricom has increased home fiber internet speeds on its existing customers at the same rate as before. Customers on the low tier bronze package...
Digital lenders now restrict loan facilities to Kenyans with good repayment history
After the Central Bank of Kenya issued directives restricting unregulated digital mobile lenders from forwarding names of defaulters to credit reference bureaus, the sector...
Mastercard, UNICAF partner to offer learners in Africa 75 percent online scholarships
Mastercard and UNICAF have forged a partnership that will see cardholders in several African countries benefit from 75 percent scholarships on internationally recognized degree...
Safaricom adds Forward Travelers matatu’s to its cashless fare collection platform
Commuters plying Nairobi city using Forward Travelers Matatu’s will now pay for their fares through Lipa na Mpesa facility, after the Sacco partnered with...
Study finds 79 percent of Kenyans are shopping more online since the pandemic happened
According to a consumer study done by Mastercard, about 79 percent of Kenyans are now shopping online compared to pre-pandemic era. The statistics represents...
Airtel and Telkom Kenya put on notice for failing to meet minimum 80 percent in call quality
Kenya’s telecoms regulator – the Communications Authority of Kenya has put Airtel and Telkom Kenya on the spot for failing to meet set minimum...
Safaricom automates bill payments with MPESA Bill Manager for Businesses
Safaricom has introduced a service that will help landlords, schools and other businesses to automate bill payments dubbed – MPESA Bill Manager. The new...
KRA to rely on web-based anonymous reporting system – iWhistle to net tax cheats
The Kenya Revenue Authority has started collecting tips from the public in an effort aimed at netting tax cheats as it works towards meeting...
Here is how to enable Faiba’s eSIM feature and currently supported devices in Kenya
JTL customers can now utilize Faiba’s eSIM feature that allows to have a non-physical SIM card on their compatible devices. The functionality is available...
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Labh Singh Harnam Singh Ltd’s Assets Put Up for Sale Amid Debt Crisis
Labh Singh Harnam Singh Limited (LSHS), one of Kenya’s oldest and biggest truck and bus bodybuilders, has put its assets up for sale after...
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Government Takes Action on Boda Boda Lawlessness with New Regulations
After years of chaos and lawlessness, the Kenyan government is finally addressing the boda boda crisis that has been plaguing the country’s roads. The...
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OPPO A5 Launches in Kenya: Power Meets Durability in a Stylish New Package
OPPO Kenya has launched the OPPO A5, the latest addition to the A5 Series. After the success of the A5 Pro, the OPPO A5...