9 Startups Shortlisted for the Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program
May 28, 2024
Safaricom has today announced the list of shortlisted startups to benefit from the Spark Accelerator Program. The 9 startups cover a broad range of categories Embedded Finance, Future Fintech, SME Productivity Tools and Content. The…
Safaricom launches Connect Academy to Offer Training for Fibre Optic Technicians
April 24, 2024
Announced on the sidelines of the Connected Africa Summit 2024, the academy aligns with Safaricom’s commitment to investing in robust fiber optic networks in Kenya and Ethiopia and the ICT Authority’s initiative to roll out extensive…
Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc, Safaricom and M-PESA Africa Partner to Explore Remittances
March 27, 2024
A new collaboration aimed at broadening access to remittances across Africa has been forged among Coronation Group, Access Holdings Plc, Safaricom Plc and M-PESA Africa (the parties) as the parties come together in a strategic…
Introducing the “Grow With Safaricom Business” Engagement Platform
March 11, 2024
Last week, Safaricom announced the launch of the “Grow with Safaricom Business” engagement platform. This is a platform for small and medium sized businesses in Kenya. It is perfect for those looking for knowledge-sharing and…
Safaricom's Second Investor Day Highlights Remarkable Growth in Ethiopia
February 23, 2024
Summary Safaricom hosted its second Investor Day in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, showcasing progress in the implementation of its strategic priorities and the expansion of its operations in the Ethiopian market. The event, themed “Scaling Operations…
Moringa School Partners With M-PESA and Safaricom to Offer API Training and Certification in Africa
February 21, 2024
Summary Moringa School has announced a new partnership with M-PESA Africa and Safaricom to provide digital API (Application Programming Interface) training and certification across Africa. This initiative is targeting those who want to learn and…
Safaricom Partners With Sumitomo Corporation to Launch Spark Accelerator Program
January 15, 2024
Safaricom, M-PESA Africa and Sumitomo Corporation have announced calls for tech startups looking to join the Spark Accelerator program, which aims at accelerating early stage startups to grow and scale their businesses. The three-month accelerator program…
Safaricom 5G is Now Available in 35 Out Of 47 Counties
November 1, 2023
Safaricom was the first telco in Kenya to roll out 5G in the country. The company officially rolled out 5G in Kenya back in October and has seen great adoption across the country. Safaricom has…
The First Smartphone Assembly Plant in Kenya Opens in Athi River
October 30, 2023
Earlier today, the East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited (EADAK) officially opened its doors showcasing the first locally assembled smartphones in Kenya. The two main phones are the Neona Smarta and the Neon Ultra. They…