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Vertiv has announced the addition of the Vertiv PowerUPS 100 Standby Series to its lineup. This is a new line of compact uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems aimed at ensuring continuity for everyday digital environments and reducing the impact of unexpected power disruptions. The new series is available across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). It introduces 230V models with both lithium-ion and valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery configurations and is esigned for desktop and small office setups. The Vertiv PowerUPS 100 Standby Series forms part of Vertiv’s broader end-to-end infrastructure portfolio, spanning from data centres to edge environments and…

NTT DATA and Nutanix have established a strategic partnership to accelerate hybrid multicloud adoption, infrastructure modernization and AI readiness in Middle East and Africa (MEA). Across MEA, organizations are increasingly prioritizing infrastructure that can support long‑term innovation. Hybrid cloud, AI and data sovereignty are no longer isolated trends, but interconnected pillars shaping the future of enterprise technology. NTT DATA and Nutanix work together to combine their expertise in systems integration and cutting-edge cloud software to help businesses modernize their infrastructure with confidence. The collaboration also supports the adoption of AI by enabling organizations to deploy and test workloads in secure,…

The Africa Internet Summit 2026 (AIS’26) has officially opened in Nairobi, convening key stakeholders from across the continent for what is widely regarded as Africa’s premier multistakeholder Internet and ICT event. The summit has drawn participation from government representatives, regulators, industry leaders, technical experts, academia, civil society organizations and members of the broader African Internet community. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Mary Kerema, OGW, Secretary for ICT, Digital Economy and Emerging Technologies, emphasized the importance of digital infrastructure and inclusive participation in Africa’s digital future. “The Internet is a critical enabler of economic growth, innovation, education, and public service delivery.…

Westcon-Comstor has announced a strategic investment and financing agreement with global growth investor General Atlantic. The deal brings General Atlantic in as a minority equity investor and long-term financing partner. The transaction ensures that Westcon-Comstor’s parent company, Datatec, retains majority ownership, while preserving the company’s leadership structure and long-term strategic direction. The investment comes at a time when Westcon-Comstor has posted sustained financial and operational momentum with seven consecutive years of growth. The company recently announced record annual gross sales of US$5.74 billion. The distributor continues to benefit from strong demand across its three core regions, Europe, the Middle East…

Kenya will host the Fourth Summit on Responsible Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain in Nairobi on April 7–8, 2027. The announcement was made on June 19, 2026, in Geneva during a conference hosted by the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research. This places Kenya as the first African nation and the first country from the Global South to host the high-level summit focused on responsible use of AI in military operations. REAIM has quickly emerged as the leading global platform for addressing the risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence in defence. Previous editions have been held in cities such…

Kenyan startups were among the standout participants as 15 AI-focused ventures from across Africa graduated from the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa. The 2026 cohort drew startups from Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire and Angola. 60% of the participating companies are already profitable, with an average monthly revenue of $60,000 and a combined $1.1 million raised. The programme culminated in a Demo Day held in Nairobi. Four Kenyan startups in the cohort highlighted how AI is being deployed to solve critical but often overlooked infrastructure challenges: Beyond Kenya, the cohort included startups such as Bani, Emaisha…

Airtel Money has partnered with KCB Bank Kenya to allow customers to deposit and withdraw cash at more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide. The collaboration brings together Airtel Money’s growing user base with KCB’s extensive agency banking network. This enables customers to access services more conveniently across the country without needing to visit a bank branch or Airtel shop. Speaking during the signing, Anne Kinuthia-Otieno said the move underscores Airtel Money’s commitment to expanding access and convenience. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans and making it easier for…

Seacom has launched a new high-capacity terrestrial network route between Nairobi and Kampala. The new route links key infrastructure hubs in Nairobi, Kisumu and Kampala. It will create a more resilient and scalable pathway for data traffic moving inland from subsea cable landing stations in Mombasa. It upgrades an existing corridor into a high-capacity backbone designed to meet rising demand for data across the region. Seacom says the network will improve access to international bandwidth and deliver faster, more reliable connectivity for sectors including telecoms, banking, cloud services and e-commerce. It also enhances regional connectivity to markets such as Rwanda,…

A new study released by Visa reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming deeply embedded in how consumers discover and shop for products in Kenya. The findings come from Visa’s latest Stay Secure report, conducted by Wakefield Research. According to the study, 89% of Kenyan consumers have already used AI-powered tools to support their shopping journeys. These tools are being used to compare prices (53%), generate gift ideas (55%) and check product reviews or ratings (60%). 91% of respondents said AI and other emerging technologies have made online shopping faster and easier. AI is also influencing discovery as the study…

Flutterwave has announced a strategic investment from Ripple, a global provider of blockchain-based enterprise financial solutions. The investment forms part of Flutterwave’s Series E fundraising round. This values the company at $3.2 billion. By embedding Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin into its ecosystem, Flutterwave aims to streamline settlement processes and eliminate traditional inefficiencies in international payments. If you have a startup you want featured on TechArena, let us know through this contact form here. The company says the integration will allow African businesses to bypass legacy financial bottlenecks, including multi-day settlement delays and high foreign exchange costs, replacing them with faster, more predictable and lower-cost…