Mobile Kenya

20/01/2025

Xiaomi Kenya has unveiled the highly anticipated Redmi Note 14 Series at an exclusive event at JW Marriott Hotel in Nairobi. The new lineup features three flagship-level devices: Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14, all designed to redefine smartphone photography, durability, and performance while maintaining exceptional value. Flagship-Level Photography with AI-Powered Cameras The Redmi Note 14 Series boasts cutting-edge camera technology, designed to capture extraordinary detail and creativity....

The new lineup features three flagship-level devices: Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14

02/11/2024

POCO is back with a bang, delivering on its promise of innovation, performance, and unbeatable value! Renowned for its game-changing smartphones, POCO is officially relaunching in Kenya with the introduction of two exceptional models: the feature-rich POCO C75 and the powerhouse POCO M6 Pro. These devices are designed to redefine the mid-range smartphone experience, combining cutting-edge technology, stunning design, and POCO's unbeatable affordability....

POCO is back with a bang, delivering on its promise of innovation, performance, and unbeatable value! Renowned for its game-changing smartphones, POCO is officially relaunching in Kenya with the introduction of two exceptional models: the feature-rich POCO C75 and the powerhouse POCO M6 Pro. These d...

01/11/2024

This Black Friday, Xiaomi Kenya is unleashing a wave of unbeatable deals on its latest smartphones! With exclusive discounts, flash sales, and limited-time brand day offers, Xiaomi is making it easier than ever for Kenyans to access cutting-edge technology at prices you won’t find any other time of year. Each deal brings Xiaomi’s signature innovation and quality, making this the perfect chance for anyone looking to upgrade their tech game....

26/09/2024

Xiaomi Kenya has announced the launch of the Redmi 14C, coinciding with the brand's remarkable achievement of becoming the second-largest smartphone manufacturer globally. To commemorate this milestone, every early buyer will receive a free set of Redmi Buds 6 Play, "ensuring a comprehensive mobile experience", according to Xiaomi Kenya. As other already launched Xiaomi phones in Kenya, The Redmi 14C also comes with a 25-month warranty, providing consumers with exceptional peace of mind....

19/08/2024

Are you using a Redmi Note 13 or Redmi Note 13 Pro from Xiaomi? Are you active on social media? We have some exciting news for you! Xiaomi is currently running a promotion - through to September 9th - whereby users of either of the devices stand to win goodies from the brand. How it works: Use your Redmi Note 13 or Redmi Note 13 Pro to take a photo....

The promotion runs through to September 9th.

19/08/2024

Internet Service Provider (ISP), Mawingu, has announced the expansion of its network to Bondo, in Siaya County, making affordable Internet accessible to households and businesses in the area. This brings the number of counties to 29 that the ISP has connected to its network across the country. In its first H2, 2024 progress update, Mawingu’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ramjisays:...

Internet Service Provider (ISP), Mawingu, has announced the expansion of its network to Bondo, in Siaya County, making affordable Internet accessible to households and businesses in the area. This brings the number of counties to 29 that the ISP has connected to its network across the country. In it...

09/06/2024

Showmax, the leading streaming service in Africa, is set to raise the bar for football fans with the announcement of live streaming for all 51 UEFA Euro games at no additional cost. This ground-breaking initiative ensures that viewers can enjoy the thrill and excitement of every match from the highly anticipated tournament at the touch of a button on their mobile....

04/06/2024

Xiaomi Kenya has announced the launch of the "Xiaomi Deals Carnival," a month-long promotion featuring unbeatable deals and discounts on a wide range of Xiaomi smartphones. From June 4th to June 30th, customers can enjoy amazing offers on some of Xiaomi's most popular models, available at all Xiaomi promoter stores across Kenya. Xiaomi's "Deals Carnival" aims to provide customers with high-quality smartphones at incredible prices, making cutting-edge technology more accessible than ever....

Visit any Xiaomi promoter store in Kenya to take advantage of these offers and upgrade your smartphone experience.

04/06/2024

Huawei Cloud hosted a successful Spark Discovery Kenya Media & Entertainment Summit in Nairobi. The summit culminated in the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Huawei, leading new media platform Mango TV, and prominent Kenyan media houses, including Royal Media Services, and Standard Group. According to the agreement, all parties will actively work together to promote cultural exchanges and media industry cooperation between China and Kenya....

This strategic collaboration empowers Kenyan media houses to adopt latest technologies, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional experiences.

04/06/2024

Google today announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a program dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the program introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are the backbone of Africa's economy, yet many face challenges accessing funding and developing the essential skills needed to grow their businesses....

Applications for the 2024 cohort are open to SMBs in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, and the program will run through the end of the year.

04/06/2024

Samsung Electronics has appointed Young Hyun Jun as the new Head of Device Solutions (DS) Division globally and tasked with spearheading the firm's semiconductor business and strengthening its competitiveness amid an uncertain global business environment. Jun, who has extensive experience in the semiconductor and battery businesses, joined Samsung Electronics in 2000 and worked in Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) and Flash memory development as well as in strategic marketing....

Young Hyun Jun has been appointed as the new Head of Device Solutions (DS) Division globally.

07/05/2024

IBM has announced that the availability of its software portfolio is expanding globally to 92 countries in AWS Marketplace, a digital catalogue with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors (ISVs) that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The expansion goes beyond Denmark, France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States, where the software is currently available and it will now be available in 18 African countries (Angola, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia and Uganda)....

IBM is also launching 15 new IBM Consulting professional services and assets on AWS Marketplace, exclusively designed for AWS.

06/05/2024

Xiaomi Kenya, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated May Sales Promotion campaign, Running from the 6th to the 31st of May, this campaign offers incredible discounts and exclusive deals on a range of Xiaomi smartphones. Offer 1: Redmi A3 For the first time ever, Xiaomi enthusiasts can enjoy unbeatable prices on the Redmi A3 smartphones. During the promotional period, customers can grab the Redmi A3 with 3+64 GB storage for only Kshs 10,999/- or opt for the higher variant with 4+128 GB storage at just Kshs 12,499/-....

The Xiaomi May Promo ends on the 31st of May.

06/05/2024

Twiga Foods has announced the appointment of Charles Ballard as its new Chief Executive Officer, following completion of a comprehensive global search process. With a career spanning over 15 years, of which 9 years in the Kenyan market, Ballard brings a wealth of experience in e-commerce, retail, and financial services. Most recently, Ballard was CEO of Jumia Kenya, a leading e-commerce company, where he led the transformation of the business toward profitability....

This follows the completion of a comprehensive global search process.

06/05/2024

Safaricom has announced its commitment to powering the Connected Africa Summit 2024, scheduled to take place from Sunday, April 21st to Thursday, April 25th, at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi. With a Kshs 20 million sponsorship, Safaricom will also provide services such as Wi-Fi connectivity during the summit, Network optimisation, Experiential Tech showcases, branding, merchandise, and Customer engagements. “We believe that by coming together at events like the Connected Africa Summit, we can create meaningful dialogue and collaborations that will drive Africa's digital transformation....

Safaricom is expected to launch the Connect Academy at the Summit.

06/05/2024

vivo has announced the official launch of its latest smartphone, the vivo V30 5G, in Kenya. The vivo V30 5G features a 120Hz 3D curved display. It has an Aura Light feature which is vivo-speak for an upscaled flash light it says is 19 times larger and 50 times softer than a standard flash. A Smart Color Temperature Adjustment feature enables the device to intelligently identify and adjust the color temperature based on the subject's surroundings, offering broader color temperature range compared with previous iterations....

06/05/2024

On the sidelines of the Connected Africa Summit 2024, Safaricom has launched the Connect Academy, a programme that will offer premier industrial training for fibre optic technicians. The Connect Academy is part of the Presidential DigiTalent Programme, a Public-Private Partnership Programme whose key components are skill development, on-the-job coaching, mentorship, training, certification, and ICT innovations. “Our target is to grow a world-class broadband connectivity talent pool for both public & private sectors in partnership with TVETs....

The Connect Academy is part of the Presidential DigiTalent Programme.

14/02/2024

Visa is hosting its Africa Fintech Accelerator program’s first demo day on February 13th in Nairobi to showcase innovations from emerging fintech start-ups from 18 countries across Africa. Launched in June 2023, the program aims to enable Africa’s expanding start-up community by bringing expertise, connections, technology, and investment funding. During the event, the first-cohort start-ups will pitch their innovations to key ecosystem players, funding partners, angel investors, and venture capitalists....

Visa is hosting its Africa Fintech Accelerator program’s first demo day in Nairobi to showcase innovations from select fintech startups.