BRCK

BRCK to extend LTE coverage with Facebook

Service expected to broaden the IT firm's local Wi-Fi service.
Vincent Matinde
1:40
Feb 15, 2019

Kenya's BRCK acquires ISP Surf

Value of the deal undisclosed, but will result in one of the biggest public Wi-Fi zones in the region claims BRCK CEO.
2:50

Is "mobile-first" Africa increasing digital divide?

Panelists at Africa Tech Summit held recently in Kigali debate critical issues facing operators.
1:50
Oct 20, 2015

Africa: govts urged to review taxation to lower connectivity costs

Spectrum auction suggested as a way to expose citizens to economic opportunities.
2:20
Aug 10, 2015

BRCK internet device to support Kenya's education

Self-powered mobile Wi-Fi device attracts interest from leading institutions.
2:20
Jul 7, 2014

First shipments planned for Kickstarter-funded BRCK

CEO Erik Hersman says 800 units are being sent to 45 countries around the world.
2:20
Nov 1, 2013

Kenya’s BRCK team plan video streaming hybrid solar eclipse

Spin-off Ushahidi internet device to be tested in Lake Turkana on November 3.
2:10
Oct 24, 2013

Production delays hit Kenya’s BRCK

Ushahidi’s “backup generator of the internet” device has its release date pushed to January.
1:10
May 28, 2013

Kenya’s BRCK surpasses $125,000 Kickstarter goal

Over 800 backers have raised more than $127,000 to help manufacture the device.
3:30
May 6, 2013

Ushahidi turns to Kickstarter to raise funding for 'BRCK'

Device, which has an eight hour battery life, is dubbed a backup generator for the internet.