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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.
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Monday

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.
1:20
10 Apr

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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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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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.
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4 Apr

Kenya permits fintech LemFi to offer remittance services

The fintech, which entered the Kenyan market in June last year, gained clearance yesterday and pledged to provide secure services while complying to the Central Bank's regulatory framework.
1:30

Alternative Bank, TK Tech Africa launch Nigerian Sukuk initiative

The $500 million project is expected to transform the overall landscape of financial technology and non-interest banking market in Nigeria.
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Mar 27, 2024

South African founder lands record pre-seed funding in Europe

Belong, a new wealth-building platform, launched yesterday after raising £2.95 million in pre-seed capital.
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Mar 26, 2024

Nigeria launches a manhunt for fleeing Binance exec

Nigeria authorities say a thorough investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances that led to Nadeem Anjarwalla escape from lawful detention.
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Mar 26, 2024

MTN's fintech unit continues to hit high notes

Overall fintech revenue growth increased by 21.8% year-on-year, with other key developments proving their worth.