Absa Bank Kenya and Visa have joined forces to bring you an exciting new payment solution dubbed Absa Mobi Tap. It’s like a tap dance for your wallet, but without the dancing shoes. This nifty little gadget allows businesses to accept card payments from customers using their trusty smartphones. Say goodbye to fumbling for cash [read more …]
Absa Bank Introduces 105% Mortgage Financing: A Gateway to Affordable Homeownership in Kenya
Absa Bank has made a significant stride towards making homeownership a reality for more Kenyans with the introduction of 105% mortgage financing. This groundbreaking offering, accompanied by a fixed interest rate of 9.5%, presents a golden opportunity for individuals to fulfill their dreams of owning a home or constructing one, regardless of their income bracket. [read more …]
OPPO’s Eco-Friendly Pivot: Embracing Trade-In for Environmental Sustainability
In the ever-evolving landscape of technological innovation, the race for progress is closely intertwined with the pursuit of sustainability. Smartphone companies, in particular, are facing a delicate balancing act as they strive to stay ahead in the technological curve while also addressing the escalating concern of electronic waste (e-waste). In this dynamic milieu, a novel [read more …]
Tax Troubles: How New Regulations Put a Dent in Samsung Sales in Kenya
It seems like our beloved Samsung, the smartphone king, is facing a bit of a sales slump in the country, and we’re here to uncover the truth behind the mystery. A little birdie told us that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) did a little shuffle with the tax regulations concerning phone imports. And let me [read more …]
Kenyan Marketplace Insights: E-commerce Trends and Developments
Over the years, Kenya has witnessed tremendous growth in the e-commerce sector. Today, Kenyans can easily order food items on their mobile phones as well as other items including electronics and clothing. But the growth journey wasn’t as smooth as it currently stands, young enterprenuers faced a ton of issues with shoppers alike. In this [read more …]