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27 Jun

AXIAN Telecom secures $600m bond

Backed by strong investor demand, AXIAN Telecom will use the bond proceeds to refinance debt and scale up its unified Yas mobile and Mixx fintech platforms, bringing streamlined services and connectivity to over 40 million customers across the continent.
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26 Jun

I&M taps ThetaRay to combat financial crimes

The bank has been commended for setting a new standard in East Africa, for proving that AI-first compliance can be both a deterrent to financial crime and an enabler of growth.
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Cameroon boosts financial literacy with new digital platform

The government said the platform is a critical step towards a more open, competitive, and consumer-friendly financial ecosystem.
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CAR offers land ownership using cryptocurrency

Global investors can use Central Africa Republic's $CAR to purchase tokenised land concessions in Bossongo, west of Bangui, the capital city.
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Kenya RTGS system extends hours in push for 24/7 digital economy

The Central Bank of Kenya has expanded the operating hours of its national payment system to 12 hours a day starting July 1.
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18 Jun

Mobile-first car insurance launched in Nigeria

Airtel and Leadway Assurance said the entire process from selection of plan to payment and issuance of a digital policy document can be completed in less than three minutes.
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12 Jun

Namibia finances tech solutions to close the digital gap

The telecoms regulator is financing initiatives in Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, and Oshikoto since their 4G coverage is less than 80%.  .
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The new mandate for the C-suite: lead with data, scale with AI

According to the latest Forvis Mazars C-Suite Barometer: Outlook 2025, technology investment continues to rise on the executive agenda.
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How e-commerce is changing traditional insurance distribution model

As digital commerce continues to evolve, embedded insurance is poised for significant growth.
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30 May 2025

The future of insurance in Africa: a tech-enabled ecosystem driving economic growth

According to Deon de Klerk of Standard Bank, the future of insurance in Africa is more than just delivering products; it is about creating a supportive ecosystem that enables individuals and businesses to succeed.
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29 May 2025

TerraPay partners Wave Mobile Money in Mali

The partnership aims to leverage TerraPay's global payment network and facilitate remittance flows into Mali.