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Access Bank, MasterCard partner on cross border payments

The two companies have launched a unified cross-border money movement solution, enabling users to send and receive payments to and from 150+ countries.
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Thursday

Nigeria scoffs at Binance's bribery allegations

The Nigerian Ministry of Information and National Orientation dismissed bribery allegations as Binance's well-coordinated public relations operation to repair its tarnished reputation.
2:00

Lesaka buys payment platform Adumo for $85m

The purchase price will be paid in the form of shares of Lesaka common stock  and $12.5 million in cash.
1:10

Telcel Cash now available for Ghana Google Play users

Cellulant and Google stated that the move aims to boost usage and downloads in a market where international card usage is limited.
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29 Apr

Madagascar fintech MVola bolsters super app

The action, according to the company, marks a significant improvement in digital and financial inclusion.
1:20

Flutterwave founder named vice chair of US-Africa Business Center’s board

Olugbenga Agboola has said that joining the group fulfils the fintech's desire to connect Africa to the global economy.
1:30
22 Apr

IvoryPay, Tether to drive crypto transfers across Africa

According to the partners, the deal will give more reliable and cost-effective digital transaction options to businesses and consumers across Africa.
6:40

AI could create a turning point for financial inclusion in Africa

AI tools can analyse data from client discussions, producing legal documents in simple language and at a fraction of the cost of what it would typically take to draft a contract
1:30

MasterCard, Onafriq partner to bring new payments suite to Africa

According to the companies, the partnership will drive growth of digital financial services, including mobile money transactions, and cross-border remittances.
2:50

Mozambique restricts mobile money transfers to combat terrorism

The Central Bank imposed transactional limitations on electronic currency institutions and required them to classify their clients based on risk assessment.
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Apr 10, 2024

Free bank to M-Pesa, Airtel Money transfers for sole traders

I&M Bank in Kenya has made the move as the result of customer feedback and a response to the high cost of living.
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Apr 4, 2024

Africa50, Oikocredit lead equity investment in Zeepay

The investment would help fintech Zeepay, which is present in 20 countries, to broaden its reach in new markets across the continent.
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Apr 4, 2024

Network International, Souhoola partner to boost BNPL in Egypt

The cooperation is set to provide consumers with access to credit for larger ticket items and help retailers improve sales.