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Month: November 2017

News

LG names new CEO for mobile division, global head of marketing and PR units

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

LG Electronics has announced the appointment of new executives to lead its Mobile Communications unit, Chief Technology Office (CTO) and Global Marketing Center as part of its corporate restructuring been made in order to better [c]

News

Google launches Datally, a mobile app that helps users save on data usage

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Google has introduced Datally, a simple Android app that helps smartphone users understand, control, and save mobile data. Datally works on all smartphones running on Android 5.0 (Lollipop) and the subsequent higher versions. It is [c]

News

After phasing out myOrange app, Telkom unveils new mobile app, ‘My Telkom’

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

After phasing out the previous myOrange mobile app after the rebrand, Telkom has launched My Telkom, a self-care mobile app, for use on smart phones and other mobile devices. My Telkom app, that will be available [c]

News

Safaricom opens 5 new shops, expands outlet footprint to 48 countrywide

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Safaricom has announced the opening of five new retail shops in order to cater to rising demand across the country. In Nairobi, a new Ronald Ngala Shop will serve customers in the Central Business District [c]

CSR

Vera Songwe launches new contest to spur digital innovation among girls, women

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

The Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Vera Songwe has called on countries to give female creativity and innovation “all the opportunities required in order to bear fruits and achieve sustainable [c]

News

Two UK-based startups win top awards at 2017 Nokia Open Innovation Challenge

November 30, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Startups focusing on wearable nanotechnology and connected media won top honors at the Nokia Open Innovation Challenge. In partnership with NGP Capital, the Challenge called for ideas, technologies and new business models that will help [c]

News

Liquid Telecom named best operator in an emerging market at WCA

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Liquid Telecom, a subsidiary of Econet Global, was named Best Operator in an Emerging Market at the World Communications Awards (WCA) in London. Now marking its 19th anniversary, the World Communications Awards is one of [c]

News

Sony unveils new audio system, new headphone models in Kenya

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 2

Sony has launched a 1.7m tall High Power Audio System MHC-V90DW and a new range of Wireless Noise Cancelling headphones in three style variations – the headband style WH-1000XM2, the behind-the-neck style WI-1000X, and the truly wireless WF-1000X. Taro Kimura, [c]

News

Android 8.0 Oreo now available for Nokia 8, coming to other models later

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 0

HMD Global, the vendor of Nokia-branded phones, has announced that Android 8.0 Oreo is now available for the Nokia 8. Those who a Nokia 8 device can latest secure version of Android Oreo, packed with the latest [c]

News

Kenya by-passed in seven-country dotAfrica awareness campaign and roadshow

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Kenya is not among the seven countries being covered dotAfrica (.africa) flag roadshow launched at the 29th African Union (AU) Summit. The countries in the roadshow include Tanzania (the only one picked from East Africa), Ethiopia, [c]

BLOG

Securing customers’ networks as their workforce becomes more mobile

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 0

By Phil Keeley The growth of mobile devices (there are 4.9 billion unique mobile device users globally) and the use of the cloud to access corporate information from any device and any location have given employees the ability [c]

CSR

Safaricom facilitates training of Kisii County youth on diabetes management

November 29, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Fifty-four children from Kisii County and its environs have received specialized training courtesy of the Kenya Diabetes Management and Information Centre (DMI) and Safaricom Foundation. The children aged between two and 18 years were accompanied [c]

BLOG

Coca-Cola, Tigo online adverts among the most recalled by Africa’s youth

November 28, 2017 Staff Writer 0

By  Njeri Wangari The Youth demographic in Sub-Saharan Africa encounter digital advertisements more frequently on a daily basis than any other form of advertisement; Coca – Cola advertisements are the most memorable due to their creativity, [c]

News

Strive Masiyiwa’s Econet Wireless in talks to acquire Tigo assets in 4 African countries

November 28, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Econet Wireless group is reportedly set to expand its mobile network operations to four additional markets in Africa through the acquisition of Millicom assets, which operates here under the ‘Tigo’ brand. Econet, founded by Zimbabwean [c]

Media

Huawei to showcase new perspective of Kenya through photography campaign

November 27, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Huawei Technologies is set to launch a global photography campaign aimed at showcasing Kenya from a different perspective through photographs taken from Safaricom’s various base stations across the country.  The photographs have been taken Mutua [c]

News

Cambium Networks signs up BeIP as alternative distributor for Africa and Europe.

November 27, 2017 Staff Writer 0

Cambium Networks has announced a new distribution agreement with BeIP which will further expand its presence across Europe and Africa. Under the agreement, BeIP, a networks and security specialist distributor, will be able to offer Cambium Networks’ entire [c]

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Smartphone brand vivo launches V29 5G in Kenya with Kshs 65,000 retail price

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 and Galaxy Tab A9+: Entertainment and productivity engineered for everyone

TECNO unveils Phantom V Flip 5G smartphone in Kenya with a Kshs 95,000 retail price

Samsung partners with actress Emma Myers and Team Galaxy to open up ‘Epic Worlds’ using Galaxy S23 Ultra

Beyond the fold: Galaxy Z Fold’s trailblazing journey in smartphone innovation

Galaxy A series: Giving consumers access to innovative, dependable and affordable smartphones

OPPO A78 comes with fast charging feature, immersive screen, and dual stereo speakers

Samsung research demonstrates consumers’ latest desires for technology in the home

TECNO partners with Mr Doodle to launch CAMON 20 series with graffiti-style back cover in Kenya

Samsung announces global launch of Samsung Food, an AI powered personalized food and recipe service

OPPO Reno10 series comes with pro-level cameras for professional portrait imaging experiences

New Galaxy Buds2 Pro updates add Le Audio features to Samsung Smart TVs with Auracast broadcast audio technology

Tech&PR

PR practitioners urged to tackle misinformation by embracing AI

Newmark Group officially inducted into Public Relations Global Network

Visa named as CAF official payment partner for AFCON tournaments until 2026

David Karega picked by Woodrow Communications to head the PR agency’s operations in East and Southern Africa

Saddled with financial challenges, PR and communications agency Redhouse Group files for insolvency

APO Group launches new free training curriculum to empower PR professionals working in Africa

Investor-founder disconnect major threat to Africa’s tech startup funding

Pan-African communications agency LSF PR opens office in UK as it targets broader and diverse clients’ base

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September 14, 2017 3

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Kenyan students can now learn through SMS via Shupavu 291 platform

March 19, 2016 2

Cybersecurity Bulletin:

ESET recognized as a “strong performer” in Forrester endpoint security report

Africa remains one of the regions most targeted by cybercrime in 2023

Kaspersky’s updated VPN comes with enhanced features and empowering protocols

How InfoSec professionals enhance their skills in 2023

Unlocking convenience and security in the digital banking era

Kaspersky selects Kigali, Rwanda, to host its first Transparency Centre in Africa

Cybercriminals disabled or wiped-out logs in 82% of attacks with missing telemetry – Sophos

Kaspersky crimeware report spotlights banking malware, a stealer, and a new ransomware strain

Retail firms targeted by ransomware increasingly unable to halt an attack in progress – Sophos

Cybercriminals successfully encrypted data in ransomware attacks on nearly 75% of healthcare targets – Sophos

Up&Ap:

Up&Ap: Sébastien Pellion on leading Glovo’s fleet electrification move to cut emissions

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November 12, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Kwame Nyong’o on Twende and assembling best Kenyan voice cast for the Showmax animation

November 8, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Lesley Ncube on building Shumiphone, the entry-level smartphone designed for South Africa’s market

October 29, 2023 0

Up&Ap: Alice Mamsana on her journey from an AI enthusiast to trailblazer

October 12, 2023 0

Events Noticeboard:

The best series to binge on Showmax this December

A Merry X-Mess, Showmax Kenya’s second Christmas feature, set to premiere on December 15

Venture applications open for Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2024 Investment Showcase

Samsung recognized for reinventing the future by Consumer Technology Association

Top five South Africa-based startups selected for the Irish Tech Challenge       

Shujaa and Lionesses in the spotlight as Safari Sevens makes comeback

Carrefour Kenya partners with Mastercard to offer added value for shoppers during festive season promo

Samsung in deal with KOTRA to showcase its smart business solutions at The Big 5 Construction Expo

BLOG:

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How manufacturers in Kenya can monetize their data

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Why businesses in Kenya need to adopt a cloud mindset

How does the impact of foreign investment affect the UK luxury property market?

A new era of Galaxy AI: Here’s a glimpse of what is coming

To thrive, small businesses need innovative trade finance solutions

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    Equity American Express Card members earn Membership Rewards points when they spend on their Cards. Now, they can redeem their points through a newly revamped website with more redemption options. The Membership Rewards website, recently [c] Source
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  • Thee local startups benefit from IRA, Prudential innovation hub 
    Three local startups have each received Ksh 1.25 million in cash awards from an innovation hub steered by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) in collaboration with Prudential Life Assurance Kenya and other partners, to promote [c] Source
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Embark on a winning streak with SportPesa: Celebrating a new millionaire in the latest Midweek Jackpot triumph!

LG awards ‘Dress Up Challenge’ winners as brand seeks to inspire creativity across Kenya

Chapati, ugali and samosa among the top most ordered local foods on Glovo app in 2023

Spotify Wrapped 2023: Wakadinali among top ten most streamed artists in Kenya  

How manufacturers in Kenya can monetize their data

Fuse unveils $10 million grant program to fund Web3 payment systems

How 5G is changing the factory of the future, creating intelligent ERPs

6 ways payment technology has revolutionised opportunities for companies

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