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17/06/2021
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Truecaller launches Smart SMS Feature in Africa

Caller ID and telephone search engine, Truecaller is rolling Smart SMS to further augment the user experience. The new feature has been introduced based on user feedback and is designed to cater to the evolving needs of our consumers. It offers a host of new services to make day-to-day communication a lot more convenient. Smart […]

PesaPal given green light by CBK to provide payment services

The Central Bank of Kenya has granted authorization to Pesapal Limited as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) to carry out Payment Gateway Services in compliance with the National Payment System (NPS) Act, 2011, NPS Regulations 2014. Founded in 2009, Pesapal provides a simple, safe and secure way for individuals and businesses to make and accept […]

You can now Pre-Order vivo V21 to get UEFA Euro 2020 Limited Freebies

After the recent announcement of vivo V21 to launch in Kenya, you can pre-order both online and offline to acquire the device locally before its official launch date. On pre-order, vivo will be offering several free UEFA™ Euro 2020 accessories to those who will pre-order the device. The gifts will include a Co-Branded Official UEFA™ Euro 2020 backpack, a […]

17/06/2021
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4 IT Professions Where You Need Examsnap Cisco 200-901 DEVASC Certification Exam

The IT space is huge-sized, and so there are dozens of professional IT certifications you could work towards. That’s why you’ve got to discover which certificates align with your goals and focus on pursuing those through passing the relevant exams. Here, the spotlight is on the Cisco 200-901 DEVASC test, the Cisco certification it leads […]

16/06/2021
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Sokowatch Awarded as Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum

Sokowatch, the East African e-commerce company using innovative technology to improve supply chain inefficiencies, was selected among hundreds of candidates as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneers”. Sokowatch which currently has over 22,000 active shops across 9 major cities in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda serves informal retailers that the mass market relies […]

16/06/2021
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Sky.Garden raises USD 4 million in Serie A funding

Sky.Garden has received USD 4 million Serie A round in investment from the SANAD Fund for MSME, Aavishkaar, Uncovered Fund and KSK Angel Fund. The platform offers businesses the ability to open a shop on its platform and sell products from it. It charges businesses a flat rate of 8% per transaction and handles customer […]

Twiga upgrades its Soko Yetu platform

Twiga has announced a major update on its vendor platform Soko Yetu offering more features that will enhance vendors experiences and help grow business. Soko Yetu is the main customer facing e-commerce platform, which allows Twiga’s vendors to access products from various suppliers including fresh produce, giving them access to lower prices, product assortment and other […]

14/06/2021
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Corporate, How To
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10 strategic steps you can take to strengthen your business

Having a strong business is the dream, as it will help you be resilient enough to weather tough times and remain relevant for years to come. Businesswoman Aisha Pandor, co-founder and CEO of SweepSouth, shares inspiring tips on making a business stronger and more stable. 1. Have an infinite mindset Build a business with an […]

Helium Health launches health tech services in Kenya

Helium Health has announced the launch of its full suite of products and services in Kenya for the first time. The firm, one of the largest Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Hospital Management Information (HMI) Systems provider in West Africa, is partnering with three local providers, Philips Healthcare Technologies, Carepay and Savannah Informatics. Helium Health […]

Huawei’s Petal Search now linked to Jumia

Search engine feature, Petal Search by Huawei smartphones has announced a partnership with Jumia to enable customers to conveniently browse through Jumia products and buy instantly. Consumers in Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Nigeria will now be able to view product descriptions and reviews on Petal Search’s shopping channel. Additionally, the partnership gives the […]