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.
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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.

Best payment processing options for small businesses in SA

With Zoyk, each transaction is reflected in real time. You can monitor payments, track fees, and manage cash flow without delays. That level of control helps you run your business more efficiently.
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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.
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UnionPay secures Casablanca Finance City status

UnionPay International positions its Morocco branch as a regional hub after joining the Casablanca Finance City ecosystem.
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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.
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AI governance shift redefines African finance

Enforceable algorithmic laws replace soft policy measures, requiring banks and telcos to undergo rigorous impact assessments.
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23 Apr

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.
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15 Apr

MoneyGram partners with NALA for stablecoin solutions

The partnership uses NALA’s Rafiki platform to enable near real-time payouts across Africa and Asia.
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15 Apr

Nedbank, MasterCard link up for SADC payments

The partnership aims to accelerate digital payments adoption across six Southern African markets.
14 Apr

Belmoney, RwandaCash join forces to simplify remittances

The partnership transforms RwandaCash from a Belgian-licensed operator into a fully EU-enabled digital remittance platform.
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13 Apr

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.
 
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