Bolt Forced to Suspend Booking Fee Amid License Renewal Debacle
October 30, 2023
Update: The article has been updated to clarify that the booking fee is charged to riders and not drivers Bolt Kenya has announced its decision to suspend the booking fee imposed on riders for every…
Bolt Adjusts Prices Kenya to Cushion Drivers From Soaring Fuel Prices
October 19, 2023
With the increase in fuel prices in Kenya, Bolt has adjusted its prices in the country. The company says this move is to cushion its drivers from the tough economic times and the high fuel…
All You Need to Know About WhatsApp End-to-End Encryption
October 13, 2023
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps on both Android and iOS. WhatsApp incorporates an end-to-end encryption feature to safeguard your personal and business communications. What is End-to-End Encryption? End-to-end encryption is the…
Safaricom expands MyCounty App platform to Kitui County
October 12, 2023
Safaricom has in partnership with Kitui county launched the MyCounty app platform aimed at digitizing county services for more efficient operations and increased revenue collection. The platform will offer services such as payment for county…
Bolt's Commitment to Compliance Amidst Regulatory Challenges
October 12, 2023
Bolt has reaffirmed its pledge to adhere strictly to Kenyan regulations, underscoring its dedication to building a sustainable business model. This commitment comes a few hours after it was reported that the NTSA had rejected…
NTSA Rejects Bolt's License Renewal
October 11, 2023
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has refused to renew Bolt’s operating license citing alleged breaches that include illegal commission charges and booking fees. This decision deals a significant blow to the Estonian-based firm,…
Netflix to End its Free Plan in Kenya
October 3, 2023
Introduced in Kenya back in 2021, the Netflix Free Plan gave users access to limited content for free. This was part of Netflix’s strategy to get more people to sign up and hopefully convert them…
Google Podcasts Set to Shut Down in 2024
September 27, 2023
Google has announced its decision to retire Google Podcasts and usher in a new era by integrating podcasting capabilities into YouTube Music. While the exact shutdown date remains unspecified, Google has assured users that the…
Truecaller Unveils Fresh Look and Advanced Anti-Fraud Features
September 22, 2023
Truecaller has announced a refreshing brand identity and introduced innovative anti-fraud features that underscore its commitment to user safety and communication protection. Truecaller’s rebranding initiative includes a revamped logo and a brand new app icon,…