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Ever since FinTech made its entry into the Nigerian market, it has been growing steadily and Banks are now being sidelined gradually. They offer easy online payment processes, helping us save money without having to go to any bank, allow us get quick loans without collateral. Piggybank, cowryWise, susuAI, Reach are a few of the fintech companies helping us save money for a target. Being financially disciplined can be very challenging especially when one is trying to save for a planned goal....

It’s a truth that smartwatches are often made for right-handed folks in terms of button placement. To address the issue, Google is developing a “left-handed mode” that will enable the display to rotate 180 degrees. In this manner, a watch may be worn on either the right or left wrist and provide the same comfort level. According to the discovery’s inventor, Mishaal Rahman, this new capability will be reserved for future WearOS devices....

The multimode Android available in silver and gold has an incredible battery that lasts for 18 hours. It is also infused with the most recent technologies, which include a Full HD screen, sharp high-resolution camera as well as Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. With the new Smart Display, the tablet adjusts the text and images on the screen to the ambient light, which makes it gentle on the eyes of the user....

The company has connected ten pilot-phase sensors that monitor water temperature and pH values in ponds. The sensors send information and feeding instructions to farmers through an Android and iOS app called AquaRech, which has been developed by the Kisumu innovation technology hub LakeHub and developers Pinovate. The partnership plans to equip 5,000 western Kenyan farmers with the sensors and app by the end of 2019. There are some 20,000 fish farmers in western Kenya with an average of 2 ponds each and around 2,400 fish per pond....

1. Chandarana You can order from Chandarana using this link. They have everything from food to house cleaning products which are incredibly convenient. You can also shop from any supermarket in Nairobi and they claim to deliver fast as well. 2. Naivas Naivas charges 250 shillings for delivery which is quite okay because it will save you the cab fare that you would have used anyways. All you have to do is order everything online it is included in the cart and then you pay on delivery...

The world’s most powerful production car, the Lotus Evija, has been unveiled. The total power output stands at 2,011 HP which is nearly 100 HP more than the Nevera from Bugatti Rimac, fastest road car. Lotus will produce 130 Evijas, with deliveries beginning next year. There will be an Evija Fittipaldi edition to commemorate Emerson Fittipaldi’s five victories in the Lotus Type 72 during the 1972 F1 season. Only eight of these special editions will be built, which is also the number Fittipaldi raced under in 1972....

Safaricom has always been the untouchable telcom however they are not invisible to the Kenyan parliament who are now pushing for a split between it’s mobile services and mobile money service M-Pesa. The idea behind this new idea is to push the two to work separately that will operate under different boards, brands and regulators. This would mean that M-Pesa will now be regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya while Safaricom will be under the Communications Authority of Kenya....

The ransomware findings for the manufacturing and production sector include: 36% of the businesses surveyed were hit by ransomware in 2020 9% of ransomware victims were hit with extortion-based ransomware attacks, compared to a global average of 7% The average ransomware recovery cost was $1.52 million, less than the global average of $1.85 million “The sector’s high ability to restore data from backups enables many companies to refuse attacker demands for payment in the case of traditional, encryption-based ransomware attacks,” said Chester Wisniewski, principal research scientist at Sophos....

Though the country is currently ranked 109th out of 153 countries in the 2020 Global Gender Gap Report and women represent only a third of university students enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses, the growing demand for STEM skills in Kenya’s workforce means increased opportunities for women in future. The hands-on, inquiry-based STEM program incorporates Mastercard’s deep expertise in payments technology and innovation. Mastercard employees serve as mentors and role models and guide participants through practical and fun exercises covering topics such as encryption, fraud detection, data analysis, digital convergence, cybersecurity and AI....

The eActros is expected to have a range of 500 kilometers. It will be equipped with the recently revealed Megawatt Charging System (MCS), which will allow it to recharge in the same amount of time as a passenger vehicle. eActros LongHaul truck uses lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells since they last longer. The truck’s battery, according to the automaker, can be recharged from 20% to 80% in less than half an hour....

Prior to this launch Reels was available on Facebook in India, Mexico, Canada, the U.S, and is now available across sub-Saharan Africa in: Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, Swaziland, South Africa, Seychelles, Senegal, Rwanda, Nigeria, Namibia, Mali, Malawi, Lesotho, Kenya, Guinea, Ghana, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Burkina Faso. Commenting on the launch Nunu Ntshingila, Regional Director for sub-Saharan Africa at Meta says, “We’ve seen that video now accounts for almost all of the time people spend on Facebook and Instagram, and Reels is our fastest growing content format by far....

Baxi, founded in 2014 by Degbola Abudu and Folu Majekodunmi, provides a cash-in/cash-out service as well as value-added services to the last mile through its network of over 90,000 agents. MFS Africa, the largest pan-African digital payments hub, has acquired the startup, which has already processed over $1 billion in transactions this year. MFS Africa, which last year acquired East African payments management company Beyonic, intends to make Baxi a significant node on its digital payment network, allowing clients to send and receive regional and international payments to and from Nigeria....

The report is based on the company’s 2014- 2015 tracking, which showed that mobile devices accounted for 37 percent of website visits (33 percent from smartphones and 4 percent from tablets on average) and 63 percent from desktops based on a sample evaluation of nearly 4 million web visits across various product categories, including fashion, electronics and home appliances. According to the report, mobile devices accounted for 23 percent of traffic while desktop accounted for 77 percent in 2013....

The venture capital is looking for innovative solutions in its five investment areas which include logistics, transport, mobility marketplace, mobility fintech, and mobility carbon neutral. According to the company, applicants for the challenge stand the chance to be the first in line to get access to its potential direct capital investments. They would also have an opportunity of being introduced to other world-class investors. While noting that the applications close on June 15th, 2022, it said selected startups would be announced in a special event, gathering investors, top managers, and international decision-makers – to be organised at the time of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD#8)....

Life Yangu will provide information to Kenyans aged 18 to 24 years old, making it easier for them to get sexual and reproductive health care by mapping out nearby health facilities and creating a safe setting for the youth to share information. For the initial phase of the project, 106 public clinics have been identified. Dr. George Rae, Kisumu County’s acting CEC for Health, said the ministry was pleased to have this public-private cooperation, which brings together like-minded organizations to develop practical solutions that improve Kenyans’ lives....

The Innovation AfricaSummit 2016; has received confirmations from 17 more countries whgo will be sending dignitaries to attend the event alongside their Kenyan counterparts. The event is being held for the first time in Nairobi, Kenya and is set to take place from 20th to 22nd September 2016 at the Safari Park Hotel. The leading annual Education and ICT forum summit in Africa is being held in the country under the official patronage of the Kenyan Ministry of Education, Science & Technology and hosted by Cabinet Secretary Hon Fred Matiang’i....

1920: Detroit Electric This is one of the very first electric cars in history, which was produced by Anderson Electric Car Company. The power reserve of this car for its time was impressive – 129 km. The modified version of the Detroit Electric set a world record for travel distance on a single charge – 241 miles (388 km). About 13.000 electric vehicles were produced in total. 1921: Lincoln Model L This car is the first in the Lincoln Motor Company product line and can be called cutting-edge technology wrapped in an outdated cover....

Getting a good deal and saving money on your moving cost is a big accomplishment. To get the best deal, you only have to brush up your negotiating skills as the rates offered by moving companies are not firmly established. It is not impossible or difficult to change their offering prices. It is always a good idea to negotiate as you have nothing to lose in it. As per the experts at movingfeedback....

“A vital enabler of our strategy is having the best talent, culture and future-fit skills,” says MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita. “Today’s announcement demonstrates the depth of talent within the Group, as well as the strength of our succession planning.” MTN Nigeria Chief Operating Officer Jaber moves from MTN Irancell, where he was COO, bringing with him some 25 years of telecoms and digital experience within the MTN Group....

Modern Pop Smoke Braids If you want to shake up your natural hair game, the Pop Smoke Braids may be just what you need. These trendy, versatile braids have taken the fashion world by storm, and for a good reason. Not only do they add an extra layer of style and flair to your look, but they’re also incredibly diverse and adaptable. This article will show you some of the most popular Pop Smoke Braids styles out there....