Malaika Collective pays homage both to the traditional homelands where the diaspora finds its origins, as well as the of the new countries and fresh beginnings that promise so much for the future. Currently, The crowdfunding campaign on iFundWomen to help it achieve that. “The Malaika Collective is a culmination of a five-year venture of innovative storytelling through fashion, media, and education,” commented founder Rita Bunatal. “I found inspiration and empowerment through my Ghanaian and Kenyan heritage....

The research was conducted through a partnership between the Malawian Ministry of Finance, the Reserve Bank of Malawi, and the Better Than Cash Alliance, and is entitled The Opportunities for Malawi’s Transition Away from Cash. The report detailed the current state of Malawian digital payments, providing an important baseline to track progress. The study also identified four potential opportunities for Malawi, including the Government advancing on digitizing its centralized payment system with support from banks, and merchants accelerating digital payment acceptance via mobile money and debit card at the point of sale....

According to the third edition of the annual Deloitte African Construction Trends Report 2014, only 51 projects were identified in the region, compared to 93 recorded the previous year, a 55 per cent drop. The total value of the projects slid from US$67.688 billion to US$60.671 billion. The rest of the continent recorded an increase in value of projects that were executed during the year. “While there seems to have been a dip in current activity, there are a large number of significant projects in the planning phase that have not yet reached financial close and are thus not yet reflecting in the statistics of projects under construction,” explained Dr Mark Smith, the Head of Infrastructure & Capital Projects at Deloitte East Africa....

Meta has reportedly blocked Russian state media outlets RT (earlier named as Russia Today) and Sputnik across the European Union. Both the media outlets are blocked from the Facebook and Instagram platform. “We have received requests from a number of Governments and the EU to take further steps in relation to Russian state-controlled media,” Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs at Meta (Facebook) said through his tweet on Twitter. Later, he stated: “Given the exceptional nature of the current situation, we will be restricting access to RT and Sputnik across the EU at this time,” he posted late on Monday....

Today, Microsoft and Kenya Orient Insurance Limited launched a partnership to provide an insurance cover for Windows Phone users so they can protect their devices from accidental damage such as screen repair or liquid damage repair. According to the two, the package ranges from 1.5% for a Kshs 70,000 or 2% for a Kshs 20,000 device and no excess fee will be charged and user simply send an SMS with their phone’s IMEI number to 70707* to opt into the service....

This integration is shown in two ways in practice. The first allows Teams users to access Workplace material through an application pinned to the Teams navigation bar and is life right now. The Microsoft and Meta teams will next provide the option to broadcast Teams sessions directly to Workplace groups in early 2022. Employees will be able to attend and react to meetings, view lives events, and capture recordings from the workplace due to this....

With the new Send Money feature, users in 22 countries users will be able to use PayPal directly from their Skype mobile app to seamlessly send money to other Skype users. The feature also includes options for currency exchange. Using Send Money on Skype To send money, you’ll need to be using the latest version of the Skype mobile app, but the friend or family member who’s receiving the funds can be using any version of Skype....

Kunle succeeds Wael Elkabbany, who has been appointed head of Microsoft Africa Regional Cluster. “I am passionate about the incredible potential Africa has to become a truly connected continent that exports digital goods and services to the rest of the world. I am delighted to have the opportunity to meaningfully impact this growth and help unlock the continent’s full digital potential,” said Kunle. Kunle has over 22 years of experience working in multiple countries across the continent and has a deep understanding and passion for Africa’s growth....

The new Microsoft Store app for Xbox will roll out to some Xbox insiders on August 5th before expanding to other testers in the coming weeks and ultimately reaching all Xbox One owners, and the Xbox Series X this fall. “Far more than a typical app update, we’ve rebuilt the experience from the ground up to be faster, safer and easier to use than ever before,” wrote the Xbox team’s Cody Bird in a blog post....

Which apps are infected ESET, a leading global cyber security company, has detected Android/TrojanDropper.Agent.BKY, it is a new multi-stage malware that has already been implemented into 6 apps that have since been removed from the Play Store. The apps include; MEX Tools, Clear Android, Cleaner for Android, World News, WORLD NEWS, World News PRO. The 6 apps avoided detection through breaking down their malicious activities into 4 stages. How the multi-stage malware works After installing either of the apps, you would not be requested to give consent to any suspicious permissions....

Good internet connection (like 3G or better), Access the best slots and table games powered by Android, iOS, Blackberry, and Windows Top-notch casino game providers like Real Time Gaming(RTG) and Microgaming are wooing gamblers in Africa, using immersive technologies like interactive tools, Virtual Reality, and Touchscreen. These real-money mobile casino sites feature a wide range of slots and table games like blackjack, baccarat, roulette, and poker. So, how do you know which one to play!...

MODS Full HD resolution 401 pixels per inch 2.5D screen slight curvature 145g weight · Gorilla glass protection · USB Type C with fast charging Turbo Power Pack -Has 3490mAh battery -Fast charges the phone -Costs $79 Moto GamePad Dual analog sticks D Pad 1035mAh battery Costs $79 Moto Style Shells (an upgrade from last year) Wireless Charging Different patterns including wood Costs $39 JBL Sound Boost 2 Kickstand 2*3W stereo speakers 1000mAh battery Splash proof Costs $79

Launching yesterday with 100 sites, across Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth, MTN is set to deliver higher peak data speeds, ultra-low latency, increased reliability and greater network capacity. “Today, from MTN’s birthplace of South Africa. We are stepping up our digital revolution with the next generation of telecommunication technology. Demonstrating to all South Africans that 5G is no longer just an idea – it is here....

Speaking during the launch, Nyeri County Governor, H.E Mutahi Kahiga said, “It’s my privilege and honor to welcome MultiChoice Kenya to set up its Regional Office in Nyeri County. Welcome home where we say closer to Nyeri, closer to bliss. We identify with you as you use the power of entertainment to enrich millions of lives across the county by providing video entertainment that tells the most-loved Kenyan international stories, which bring people together around shared passions....

“The modern mobile device users lead fascinating, fast and exciting lives, at Oppo we see the beauty in this and want to enable our consumers to capture these moments,” said Frederique Achieng, PR Manager, Oppo Kenya. The two O-Stars have an exclusive partnership deal with OPPO which will see them break down and spread the influence of the Reno8 series, which is a masterpiece in all its key functionalities, such as the camera power and battery life....

The new Range Rover comes in a revised MLA platform that is made up of mainly aluminium with steel in key areas. It will be offered in standard and long-wheelbase versions with four, five, six or seven seats. The front and sides look familiar with slight changes to make them look modern and current. At the rear, however, there’s a gloss black panel running between the upper part of brake lights, which combines with them seamless, especially because they are also darkened....

Broadcasters, film creators and online streaming service platforms will start classifying content under new regulations meant to keep up with increased production. Commercial television and radio stations will assess 70% of the content shown for age appropriateness to determine if it is suitable for viewing by children of a specific age, while the Kenya Film and Classification Board (KFCB) will review 30%. This is to help curb misinformation. The law was enacted in response to the growth of the production and broadcast industries, as well as the spread of unclassified information on electronic media platforms....

like most smart devices, a gadget is not exactly qualified as smart until it is connected to the internet. Most logical people would wonder why one earth they would need a wine gadget that’s connected to the net. For starters, most of us sip on our wine without entirely knowing what it is. This is why Plum has camera’s inside, the internet connection helps the camera’s scan the labels on the wine bottle and saves the data....

PhET Fellowship program, an initiative of PhET Interactive Simulations, a University of Colorado Boulder project, under the PhET Global initiative, supported by the Yidan Prize Foundation as part of the prize project activities of 2020 Laureate Professor Carl Wieman, is welcoming 32 Fellows to support the promotion of STEM subjects in schools and universities across Africa and Latin America. According to Professor Carl Wieman, founder of PhET Interactive Simulations, and a Yidan Prize and Nobel Prize laureate: “Through this Fellowship program, we are nurturing a pool of local talent to advocate for a scientific approach to teaching maths and science....