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Analysis & Features

COVID-19 unlocks growth opportunities for e-commerce in Kenya

December 5, 2022 Staff Writer 0

The COVID-19 pandemic has unlocked the growth of e-commerce opportunities, with millions of consumers preferring to shop online. This is according to a recent global survey conducted by MARCO, the Madrid-based communications agency. Dubbed “MARCO [c]

Analysis & Features

Consumer perceptions and behaviours towards brands decisively shifted after Covid-19 in sub-Saharan Africa

September 22, 2022 Staff Writer 0

A new survey on consumer perceptions and behaviours towards brands conducted by the Madrid-based global communications agency, MARCO, revealed a definite shift that will inform how companies and organisations engage with their target audiences. The [c]

Analysis & Features

Use of wearables led to rise in physical activity despite pandemic curbs

August 6, 2022 Staff Writer 1

Huawei has released the findings of their newest research project on the effect wearable fitness trackers have had on individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. While general mobility was restricted in many countries during the pandemic, this new [c]

Analysis & Features

Banks key in resilience and recovery of MSMEs from pandemic and global shocks

August 2, 2022 Staff Writer 0

By Elizabeth Wasunna Last month, the world celebrated the 5th anniversary of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day – MSME Day – with a focus on the need to raise awareness of the tremendous contributions [c]

CSR

Global smartphone shipments declined by 9% year-on-year in second quarter of 2022

August 2, 2022 Staff Writer 0

The global smartphone market took a further dip in the second quarter of 2022, with shipments declining by 9% year-on-year to reach 294.5 million units, according to the latest research from Counterpoint’s Market Monitor service. Deteriorating economic [c]

Analysis & Features

Online survey shows Kenyans’ changing lifestyles and habits

May 17, 2022 Staff Writer 0

Ipsos Kenya has released a new report detailing how the COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in Kenyans’ lifestyles. The study titled Pulse on Kenyans and COVID-19, shows Kenyans have become more aware of their [c]

CSR

Huawei feted for prioritizing staff during Covid 19 restrictions

January 31, 2022 Staff Writer 0

A global best practice organization on managing people at the workplace has given Huawei Technologies special commendation for handling its workforce in Kenya at the height of the Covid 19 restrictions last year. Known as [c]

Analysis & Features

Bill Gates spotlights 3 Africans working to prevent the spread of Covid-19

December 9, 2021 Staff Writer 0

By Bill Gates As Africa faces many challenges during the pandemic, these heroes are making a difference. In Africa, the latest statistics on COVID-19 are discouraging. Just 6 percent – about 78 million – of the continent’s [c]

Analysis & Features

Microsoft tips organisations on how to unlock hybrid work success

November 23, 2021 Staff Writer 0

As we enter the third year of hybrid work due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Microsoft has recommended three strategies that it believes will be critical to the success of the new world of work in [c]

Analysis & Features

Covid-19 driving uptake of digital financial services

November 13, 2021 Staff Writer 0

They say every cloud has a silver lining, and the Covid-19 pandemic seems to be inspiring the growth of digital financial services if the recently released financial results of the region’s largest commercial bank and [c]

Analysis & Features

Mitel urges business organizations to adapt to Covid -19 disruptions

October 21, 2021 Staff Writer 0

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to pose challenges to the global economy, organizations have been advised to transform their businesses in order to remain afloat. Speaking at the Mitel United 2021 conference held in Dubai [c]

Analysis & Features

In delivering transformation post COVID, people matter – Lenovo research

October 15, 2021 Staff Writer 0

The business world inevitably reflects the society that surrounds it, as changes in societal norms and evolving cultural values naturally filter into office environments. After all, businesses are composed of people. What’s less obvious is [c]

Analysis & Features

Covid-19 and data science: Modelling a pandemic

August 31, 2021 Staff Writer 0

By Mark Lambrecht According to media reports, analysed data for South Africa suggests that the current wave of infections (wave 3) is expected to end around the end of August 2021, but that estimates indicate [c]

Analysis & Features

LG: The future of shopping is in Augmented Reality

August 24, 2021 Staff Writer 0

The tectonic shift in lifestyle triggered by the coronavirus pandemic has catapulted online shopping into a massive global enterprise with people now using virtual platforms to buy goods and services. One of these is Augmented [c]

Analysis & Features

INTERPOL issues alert to 194 members as fraudsters target governments with Covid-19 vaccine scams

August 20, 2021 Staff Writer 0

INTERPOL has issued a global alert for organized crime groups attempting to defraud governments with fake offers to sell COVID-19 vaccines. The warning follows some 60 cases in 40 countries around the world where individuals [c]

Analysis & Features

What to consider when continuing the Remote / Hybrid work model

August 18, 2021 Staff Writer 0

The employment landscape has begun to change. There’s been a steady exploration of remote work models over the last decade or so. Yet, it’s been the past year of the COVID-19 pandemic that has really [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

SILK smartphone – Here to stir up the patriot in Kenyans

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Kenyan students can now learn through SMS via Shupavu 291 platform

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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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Up&Ap: Takashi Seimiya on expanding CASIO’s brand presence via new retail outlets in East Africa

November 12, 2023 0

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

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

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

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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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6 ways payment technology has revolutionised opportunities for companies

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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    E-Livestock Global has launched a solution powered by Mastercard’s blockchain-based Provenance solution, which  enables Zimbabwean farmers to prove the origin and health records of their cattle, while reducing risks to buyers. A first in the [c] Source
  • 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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    The Central Bank of Kenya has granted authorization to Pesapal Limited as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) to carry our Payment Gateway Services in compliance with the National Payment System (NPS) Act, 2011, NPS Regulations [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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