MasterCard partners BMONI for digital payments
The alliance enables Nigerian users to instantly create multiple Naira and US dollar-denominated virtual and physical cards that are globally accepted.
Africa’s digital moment is here but trust, not just tech, will determine the winners
According to Interfile's Kennedy Chinganya, Africa is no longer just "catching up" with the global digital economy; in many ways, it is setting the pace.
Africa fintech revenues to hit $65 billion by 2030
Africa is now the fastest growing fintech market globally, with revenues projected to grow 13-fold by 2030, according to Beyond Payments: Unlocking Africa’s Second FinTech Wave, a new report from Boston Consulting Group.
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African regulators move toward formal virtual asset oversight
Key markets shift from prohibition to structured licensing as stablecoin utility replaces speculative crypto trading.
UnionPay secures Casablanca Finance City status
UnionPay International positions its Morocco branch as a regional hub after joining the Casablanca Finance City ecosystem.
Cross Switch taps Koinange to lead East African growth
Koinange will lead the firm's expansion efforts, with a focus on deepening partner relationships and boosting adoption of payment solutions.
AI governance shift redefines African finance
Enforceable algorithmic laws replace soft policy measures, requiring banks and telcos to undergo rigorous impact assessments.
EcoCash goes super with engaging new features
The new EcoCash super app also supports automated bill splitting, enabling users to divide payments for shared costs in real time.
MoneyGram partners with NALA for stablecoin solutions
The partnership uses NALA’s Rafiki platform to enable near real-time payouts across Africa and Asia.
Nedbank, MasterCard link up for SADC payments
The partnership aims to accelerate digital payments adoption across six Southern African markets.
Belmoney, RwandaCash join forces to simplify remittances
The partnership transforms RwandaCash from a Belgian-licensed operator into a fully EU-enabled digital remittance platform.
Malawi eyes India’s global payments system
The Indian delegation showcased UPI as a fast, secure, and real-time payment platform that enables seamless cashless transactions through mobile applications.