Author: Muindi

OPPO Kenya is gearing up to unveil the highly anticipated Reno14 Series on 24th July 2025, introducing a bold fusion of cutting-edge technology and nature-inspired aesthetics. This latest release sets a new benchmark in premium smartphone design, where elegance, structural integrity, and durability converge to deliver a truly flagship experience. Crafted to Dazzle: Iridescent Mermaid Design The Reno14 Series isn’t just another smartphone—it’s flagship fashion in your palm. OPPO debuts a first-of-its-kind iridescent light finish, achieved through a twelve-layer ultra-high precision patterned coating process. This technique incorporates five rounds of micron-level optimisation, producing light-shadow lines as thin as 20 microns—the…

Kenya’s mobile money sector is undergoing notable changes, according to Q1 2025 data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA). Safaricom’s M-PESA saw its market share drop to 90.8%, continuing a six-quarter downward trend, while Airtel Money surged to a record 9.1%, up from just 3.1% in December 2022. Factors Driving Airtel’s Ascent Pricing Advantage: Airtel Money offers more affordable transaction fees. Sending KSh 1,000 across networks costs KSh 11 on Airtel versus KSh 13 on M-PESA. Customer Incentives: Campaigns like “Rudishiwa” feature fee refunds and cashbacks to attract users. Agent Expansion: Airtel’s agent network grew nearly 78% year-on-year, bolstered…

Kenchic, a leading player in Kenya’s poultry industry, has unveiled its new ‘Kenchic Mtaani’ butcheries to formalise the meat distribution sector and broaden consumer access to safe, quality protein. The outlets have been strategically launched in high-traffic urban and peri-urban areas, including Rongai, Utawala, Syokimau, Thika, Karen, Eldoret, and Narok. By building a proprietary retail network, Kenchic aims to strengthen control over its supply chain—from farm to counter—ensuring traceability and hygiene standards throughout. “Our priority has always been the health of our consumers and the communities we serve,” said Kenchic Managing Director Jim Tozer. “The introduction of Kenchic Butcheries is…

The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has announced a three-month suspension of sugar milling operations in Western Kenya, effective July 14, 2025, due to an acute shortage of mature sugarcane. The directive affects major mills, including Mumias Sugar, Nzoia, Butali, Busia Sugar Industry, and West Kenya’s Naitiri and Olepito units, spanning key sugarcane-growing counties such as Mumias, Busia, Siaya, Bungoma, Kakamega, Trans-Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, and northern Nandi. Root Causes and Industry Impact KSB Acting CEO Jude Chesire attributed the crisis to inadequate cane development planning, which has led to a mismatch between milling capacity and available mature cane. This has forced…

Samsung’s 2025 foldable smartphone series introduces three distinct models—the Galaxy Z Flip 7, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and the more accessible Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. Each device features upgraded hardware, advanced AI tools, and improved durability, all running on the new One UI 8 (Android 16) platform. Pre-orders begin July 9, with general availability starting July 25. Model Comparison Table Feature Galaxy Z Flip 7 Galaxy Z Fold 7 Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE Main Display 6.9″ FHD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz 8.0″ QXGA+ AMOLED 2X, 120Hz 6.7″ FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz Cover Display 4.1″ Super AMOLED, 2600 nits 6.5″ FHD+ AMOLED 2X,…

Shareholders of Equity Group Holdings Plc, during the company’s 21st Annual General Meeting, approved the establishment of a representative office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—a strategic move that positions Equity as the first Kenyan bank to expand into the Middle East. The UAE office will serve as a regional hub to facilitate trade, investment, and diaspora banking services between East and Central Africa, the Gulf region, and broader markets in India, Central Asia, and South Asia. The expansion is subject to regulatory approvals from the Central Bank of Kenya and the UAE authorities. As Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi…