We all have them. Those apps we open without thinking. Not because we need anything in particular, but because they feel… safe, in some…
Kenya’s Westgate attack: social media in the days of tragedy
The last 72 hours have gripped Africa in terror as the world waits for news on the current hostage situation in Kenya. Several Twitter…
Bill Gates, computers for kids and why telling a single story is risky
Creating solutions for one population base in a society does not mean that the others don’t exist. Nigerian writer Chimamanda Adichie gave a great…
Snapshot: mobile and internet in East Africa [Infographic]
With the rapid adoption of everything from instant messaging apps to mobile payment solutions, it’s no secret that Africa’s mobile usage is continuing to…
Kipochi brings Bitcoin to Africa through M-Pesa
Kipochi just launched its Bitcoin transfer service in Kenya using M-Pesa as its running platform. This service would allow people across Kenya to send…
