Standard Bank's $330m boost for fintech star Optasia
The bank says as Africa’s fintech sector continues to grow and scale, access to flexible, long‑term capital has become a defining factor in sustaining the growth momentum.
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Unlocking Africa's AI potential through Infrastructure
A senior executive says for Africa to remain competitive and shape its role in the emerging AI economy it must put infrastructure, integration and talent at the forefront of its strategy.
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