By first linking their PayPal and M-PESA wallets, users can easily transfer funds from their PayPal accounts into their M-PESA wallets, and vice versa. This service is designed to enhance the experience for customers and businesses transacting between the two platforms. The solution is currently available to Safaricom M-PESA customers in Kenya, with plans to roll out the service to the other M-PESA markets in the future.

What Happens to the Old Paypal-mobilemoney.com/m-pesa?

The old PayPal to M-Pesa portal operated by Thunes will be discontinued on 16th August 2025 as a notification on the main website states. You are now required to directly link your PayPal account through the MPESA app, enabling you to transfer money in real-time.

“As globalization and digitization continue to reshape how people and businesses connect, our partnership with PayPal is a bold step forward in enabling seamless, worry-free, safe, secure, and inclusive digital payments. This collaboration empowers over thirty-five million customers and two million businesses and micro-entrepreneurs across Kenya to participate in the global digital economy by conveniently sending and receiving payments across more than 200 markets. It’s part of our commitment to unlocking opportunities and transforming lives through the power of M-PESA,” said Esther Waititu, Chief Financial Services Officer, Safaricom PLC.

“Building seamless connections between the global economy and local financial ecosystems is crucial to expanding digital financial inclusion,” said Otto Williams, Regional Head and General Manager for the Middle East and Africa, PayPal. “We are thrilled to enable millions of M-PESA’s customers across Africa connect more easily to PayPal’s international customer base.”

For 18 years, M-PESA has driven financial inclusion and bridged the digital divide. With M-PESA Kadogo, introduced in 2016, Safaricom waived fees for transactions of Kshs 100 and below, making digital payments more accessible. Now, through Ziidi MMF, customers can invest from as little as Kshs 100, promoting a culture of saving and financial wellness.

The partnership will tap into the emergence and growing popularity of the gig economy, that has seen a rise among Africans accepting online jobs for clients across the world.

It equally marks a growing trend of interoperability between fintech providers with a goal of providing customers with a digital financial ecosystem that meets their needs by combining different capabilities. 

PayPal is a leading global payment processor with more than 400 million active PayPal accounts operating across 200 markets, while M-PESA is Africa’s leading mobile money service connecting more than 50 million customers across Africa, 2 million businesses and micro traders, with more than $1.1 billion transacted daily.

EDITOR’s NOTE: Part of this story is from an official press release shared with the Tech Point Magazine team.

TECNO, the global technology leader has unveiled its vision for a more connected, personalized and intelligent future. At this event held in Uganda, TECNO launched an AI-powered ecosystem consisting of a series of flagship smartphones, laptops, PCs, tablets, headphones, and gaming devices that are set to transform personal and work experiences.

At the heart of the intelligent ecosystem is a commitment to offer African consumers more connected and personalized work and life experiences. This means going beyond the smartphone to provide a complete range of consumer electronics.

The flagship smartphones PHANTOM V Fold2 5G and PHANTOM V Flip5G deliver an enhanced work-play experience with its foldable design and cutting-edge AI features, while the CAMON 30S and SPARK 30Series bring AI-enhanced photography and stylish designs for a wide range of users. For professionals, the MEGABOOK T16 Series laptops offer top-tier performance and AI tools to boost productivity. The ecosystem also includes the Pocket Go handheld gaming device, the innovative Dynamic 1 Robotic Dog, the MEGA MINI Gaming G1 water-cooled mini PC, the MEGAPAD 10 tablet, and Sonic 2 noise-canceling earbuds.

“When we saw AI had the potential to be a true leveling force which everyone should benefit from, we knew we had to make sure everyone got the chance to experience AI. Our approach is to deliver ‘Practical AI’, where new features integrate seamlessly into daily life to truly help consumers, improve their quality of life and make everyday tasks simpler”,said Timmy Shen. “The technology we unveiled today represents not just a product launch, but a promise to innovation and progress; to bring the future closer and eliminate the digital divide.”

The impressive product lineup showcases TECNO’s comprehensive innovation across hardware and software, with breakthroughs in areas such as productivity, creativity, connectivity, photography, performance, and design, delivering smarter, more connected experiences for users.

Innovation in productivity and creativity

TECNO’s new product range leverages AI to enhance productivity and creativity. The Ella AI Assistant, built on Google Gemini, offers text generation and creative tools. Other key AI features include Smart Q&A, AI Writing, AI Search, AI Artboard, and AI Video Production, all designed to streamline tasks and enrich everyday experiences.

Innovation in connectivity

TECNO products offer advanced connectivity features that ensure seamless communication and interaction. Looking specifically at the African market, where over a billion people speak more than a thousand languages, the Ella AI Assistant enables real-time call translation, breaking down language barriers. AI-enhanced tools such as and AI Translation provide smooth, integrated experiences, ensuring users stay connected and productive wherever they are.

Innovation in photography

TECNO sets new standards for mobile photography. The PHANTOM V Fold2 5G boasts a 5-lens camera system with ultra-clear low-light shooting and professional portrait features like Universal Tone for accurate skin tones. The CAMON 30S features a 50 MP Sony IMX890 OIS main camera with AI-enhanced landscape, night, and portrait photography, making every shot stand out.

Innovation in performance

TECNO devices deliver outstanding performance for both work and play. The PHANTOM V Fold2 5G features a 120Hz display, a 5750mAh battery, and 70W Ultra Charge technology for all-day use. The MEGABOOK T16 Series laptops are equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors, advanced cooling systems, and large batteries, ensuring peak performance in any setting.

Innovation in design

TECNO continues to push design boundaries with sleek, functional devices. The PHANTOM V Fold2 5G’s foldable design provides a premium feel and enhances usability, while the CAMON 30S stands out with its 6.78” AMOLED curved screen, offering a vibrant, immersive display experience.

This highly anticipated event will showcase a range of AI-driven products, including the flagship smartphone PHANTOM V Fold2 5G, the CAMON 30S, SPARK 30 Series, and the MEGABOOK T16 laptops, together with other cutting-edge devices.

Each of the anticipated devices is crafted to deliver exceptional performance, intuitive AI features, and sleek designs to potentially match the market demands.

At the heart of the launch is TECNO’s commitment to providing more connected, personalized experiences for African consumers. The ecosystem goes beyond smartphones, offering a complete suite of devices that leverage AI to enhance productivity, creativity, and connectivity. From real-time language translation to AI-powered photography, TECNO’s new offerings are designed to meet the unique needs of Africa’s diverse market.

EDITOR’s NOTE: Part of this story is from an official press release shared with the Tech Point Magazine team.

With the previous iterations of the NOTE series being a huge success, Infinix-brand users are eagerly speculating about the potential features and upgrades that this new device might bring. While details remain scarce, the epitome of power, style, and innovation rumors surrounding the Infinix NOTE 30 leave you in awe.

Powerful Charging Capabilities: Sources suggest that the NOTE 30 series may come equipped with an astonishing 68W Thunder Charge and 15W wireless charging technology. If these rumors hold true, charging your device will be lightning fast, ensuring you can stay connected and powered up throughout the day.

Expanded Storage and Memory: The Infinix NOTE 30 series is rumored to offer a significant boost in storage capacity. Sources hint at a spacious 256GB internal storage, allowing users to store their favorite photos, videos, and apps without worrying about running out of space. Additionally, there might be a generous 16GB extended RAM via memory fusion to ensure smooth multitasking and effortless performance.

Advanced Camera System: Photography enthusiasts are in for a treat with the Infinix NOTE30 series. According to rumors, it may feature a powerful 108MP Master Triple Camera setup. This upgrade would enable users to capture stunning, high-resolution images with exceptional clarity and detail, giving them the ability to unleash their creativity like never before.

Cutting-Edge Processor and Software: The Infinix NOTE 30 series is speculated to come with the Helio G99 Ultra power processor, offering unparalleled performance and efficiency. Additionally, it is rumored to run on the latest Android 13 operating system, providing users with a smooth and intuitive user experience.

Immersive Display Experience: If the rumors are true, the Infinix NOTE 30 might sport a 120Hz 1080P 6.78″ Super Bright Display. This feature promises to deliver a visual extravaganza, with vibrant colors and stunning visuals that will bring your content to life.

While these rumors are certainly exciting but as we eagerly await more information, one thing is clear – the Infinix NOTE30series have the potential to be a game-changer, pushing the boundaries of what a smartphone can do and will come in 3 different models.

Keep an eye out for official announcements from Infinix, as they unveil the details about the highly anticipated NOTE 30 series. Until then, let’s embrace the excitement and anticipation that comes with the latest rumors in the tech world.

EDITOR’s NOTE: Part of this story is from an official press release shared with the Tech Point Magazine team.

If compared to other TECNO Mobile midrange releases like the Spark 10 series, the TECNO Camon 20 price in Uganda gives the device an edge over variants in the same range. But also, proves an improvement in the TECNO dedication to offering closer to top-tier releases.

By design and specifications, the Camon 20 Premier deserves the high price accolade for its improved features and offers. More so, at 820,000/=, the base Camon 20 model is still in a favorable price range for any midrange customer to consider adding on a purchase list.

The TECNO Camon 20 price in Uganda as per device model

If compared to its predecessor, the TECNO Camon 19, the Camon 20 is priced even higher, but with upgraded functionality offering more value for money and camera quality prowess the series stand for.

More so, 5G is the new mobile network standard, and it as an added feature on the Camon 20 Premier makes the device a must-have to keep up with the network upgrades. As usual, free mtn data is offered to all customers on purchase, and also, you can buy the phone on loan and payback later by visiting any TECNO Mobile VIP Shop in Uganda.

Mostly it’s important to get a free TECNO, Infinix, or Itel Smartphone on loan if you are upgrading from a feature phone. Either way, if you have a smart feature phone like the MTN Kamunye, you may wish to upgrade to the world of touching icons on a 6-inch sized screen.

Well, this is possible through new ventures such as the recent TAKE Now partnership with MTN Uganda to offer TECNO and Infinix smartphones on loan. Inside the partnership, you simply fill in the necessary paperwork at a service center to receive a boxed Spark or Infinx Hot series smartphone.

Best ways to Get a Free TECNO, Infinix, or Itel Smartphone on loan

1. Visit a VIP SHOP

Officially, TECNO and Infinix offer smartphones on loan if you visit any VIP shop across Uganda. Mostly, these shops are fully branded a single brand such as Infinix and you simply notify any of the sales agents that you wish to get a smartphone, but pay back later to receive the necessary support. To get a device, make sure you have the following:

• A Valid National ID Card
• The Minimum Deposit Balance. Amount varies depending on the smartphone.

2. Visit an MTN Service Center and Sign the necessary paperwork

In partnership with TakeNow, MTN Uganda now offers smartphones on loan to all eligible customers. Aside from the MTN Kabode Supa, you can now get a free TECNO, Infinix, or Itel Smartphone on loan and pay back later from any MTN service center.

However, just like the official VIP shop offers, you are required to have a down deposit in order to get a smartphone of your choice. More so, you are required to pay the balance in 6 months without fail inorder to keep the device functioning with the monthly installations below:

Upon paying the initial payment deposit for your desired smartphone, you are required to have the following in order to receive your device.

• A Valid National ID
• An active MTN Uganda SIMCard

Conclusion

If you don’t have a smartphone, you have little to no excuses for not having one in Uganda. You can get a free TECNO, Infinix, or Itel Smartphone on loan and pay back later on your own pace. This helps you avoid the hustle and getting a full amount to pay for the smartphone at once.

Editor’s Note: As explained in this article, FREE does not mean 0/= or 0 USD. But rather the free will to acquire a smartphone and pay its full amount later.

As a standard, ChatGPT is free to use unless you choose to try GPT-4 with ChatGPT Plus. This means you can rename ChatGPT conversations without the need to pay for any additional support or OPENAI feature.

To rename your ChatGPT conversations the easy way, simply click your target conversation from the left pane history list. Then, edit your conversation name as described below.

1. Log in to your ChatGPT Account.
2. On the left history navigation pane, click the target ChatGPT conversation you wish to rename.
3. Once selected, click the ✎ Edit symbol on the right of the conversation.

4. Press Ctrl + A on your keyboard to select all, or simply drag your mouse to select the text.

5. Enter your new ChatGPT conversation name, and press enter or the ✓ symbol to finish.
6. DONE: Your ChatGPT conversation is renamed and you can easily locate it from the list.

On the ITEL A60 specifications sheet, a dual rear camera setup reigns as one of the top design features pimped to the device. Likewise, the internal storage is improved to 32GB expandable to 128GB with 2GB of operational RAM.

The dual rear camera setup combines 8MP of quality for captured images. To the front, a lone selfie camera offers 2MP of image quality. As expanded on the specs sheet, Android 12 Go is the base supported operating system with a MediaTek Chipset as below.

ITEL A60 Specifications

ITEL A60 Price in Uganda

In Uganda, the device currently retails at a reserved price of UGX 260,000 and this is a much lower figure for a 4G-enabled smartphone. By range, telecom-backed devices like the Airtel 4G smartphone and MTN Kabode Supa available on the Ugandan market spike at slightly higher price tags.

The A60 is available in Itel branded stores and MTN Service centers across the country since Itel spiked a partnership with the Yello telco at the smartphone launch in Uganda. As per the specifications sheet, the Itel A60 is a great improvement in comparison to previous A releases.

Out of the box, the TECNO Spark 10 pro glows with a solid design, the dual rear camera setup can be mistaken for a quad array. Alongside the device, a single charging brick, USB Type C cable, a pair of headsets, rubber phone cover, and manual notes occupy the box compartments as below.

TECNO Spark 10 Pro Box Contents

• Single TECNO Spark 10 Pro Unit
• Charging Brick
• USB Type C cable
• Headsets
• Rubber phone cover
• Warranty Notes

TECNO Spark 10 Pro Impressions

By first impressions, you can easily rate the TECNO Spark 10 Pro as a high-end device. It features a wide display screen, elegant body finish, limited ports, a punch hole display notch, and limited input ports to the charging port, speakers, and headphone jack port.

The boxing style is yet again the normal TECNO standard, but inks a great purchase with the TECNO Spark 10 Pro in your hands. On power on, Android 13 tones play to a smooth app layout inking performance for every installed application.

Unlike the previous releases we’ve had a hands-on experience with, the TECNO Spark 10 Pro is a joy to use with its boxed edges. Moreover, the attached price tag of UGX 703,000/= is fair price tag for a 256GB Internal storage device that gets upscale performance with 8GB RAM. In short, the device is great, and hints on a good durability mark better than its predecessors.

Where to buy the TECNO Spark 10 Pro

You can buy the TECNO Spark 10 Pro from an authorized Tecno Mobile dealer shop, an Airtel service center, or online via shopping platforms like Jumia for a genuine copy of the device. At UGX 703,000 for the Pro version, you can be guaranteed of a durable device you can use for the next 2 years as long its Android version does not fade off.

The commands discussed in this article are essential for navigating and managing files on your Linux system. By practicing these top 5 basic Linux commands, you will be able to execute regular tasks like a professional user.

Within the wide array of beginner Linux commands, ls, cd, pwd,mkdir, and rm are the top 5 Linux commands you should know as a beginner or intermediate user to carry out terminal operations on your Linux powered system as explained below.

The Top 5 basic Linux commands you need

ls – List

The ls command list the files and directories in your current working directory.  The current working directory is your present cursor position in the file system. By default, it is set to your home directory ~.

$ ls

When you enter ls in the terminal, a list of all available files and directories display in alphabetical order. The command is essential for navigating and finding files easily, and you can also extend it by showing file sizes as described below.

Long list files with sizes in bytes.

$ ls -l

Long list files with sizes in Megabytes

$ ls -lh

For more information about the ls command, simply read it’s manual by running the following command.

$ man ls

cd – Change Directory

The cd command is used to change your current working directory by switching to a subdirectory, or to your home directory when run without any argument. It helps you switch to any directory on your system. For example, to switch to your Downloads folder, simply run:

$ cd Downloads

Please note that Linux directories and files are case-sensitive, so, Downloads and downloads are interpreted as two separate directories. For clarity, run the following command to switch to the Documents directory if it’s available in your home directory.

$ cd Documents

So, the cd command is important for moving around in the file system and accessing different directories on your Linux system. When you run the command directly as below, it will switch your position to the home directory.

$ cd

For more information about the cd command, view its manual as below:

$ man cd

pwd – Print working directory

pwd displays your current working directory path. It’s a simple yet very essential command that helps you keep track of where you are in the file system. For examole, when you use the cd command, you can switch to different directories. But to know the current path from your main directory, the pwd helps you print the position as below.

$ pwd

Output:

/home/user/myfiles

The pwd command supports several arguments, to find out more on the command, view its manual as below.

$ man pwd

mkdir – Make directory

If you want to create a new directory or a new subdirectory within a main directory, the mkdir command helps you achieve that. You can either create a directory path away from your current position, or simply add it to your current working directory as below.

Syntax

$ mkdir [option] directory-name

Example

$ mkdir -p myfiles

To create a directory using a path, run the following command as long as your account has write privileges to the destination directory.

$ mkdir ~/Documents/myfiles/hello-directory

mkdir is a very important command you can use to organizing files and keeping your file system tidy. For more about the mkdir command, view additional info as below.

$ info mkdir

rm – Remove

rm just like the name sounds gets rid of any files and directories you no longer need. Unlike desktop deleting options, when you remove files using the rm command, they are permanently deleted, and you can use the command as below.

Syntax

$ rm <option> file

Remove a single file. For example hello.txt.

$ rm hello.txt

To remove a directory, use the command recursively with the -r argument as below.

$ rm -r myfiles

To delete everything within your current directory, run the command as below.

$ rm -r *

For more information about the rm command, please view its manual with the following command.

$ man rm

Conclusion

You have learned some of the best top 5 Linux commands every beginner or intermediate user should know. You don’t need to be an expert or developer to use the Linux operating system, you simply need to have commands ready at your finger tips to perform most operations.

To extend your ability, you can use the best Linux commands for system management that entail more commands to automate and execute tasks on your system.