Financials

PalmPay, Jumia partner on payments in Nigeria

The partnership, according to the two companies, highlights both sides' commitment to digital payment ecosystem in Nigeria.
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2:00
19 Dec

Angolan start-ups want a role in Africa's expanding tech sector

Angola's tech entrepreneurs are stepping up efforts to highlight the country's growing technology sector.
1:30
Dec 9, 2024

Bank of Tanzania unveils fintech regulatory sandbox

The Bank's fintech regulatory sandbox provides a regulated environment for testing financial products and services.
1:30
Nov 28, 2024

MasterCard offers free online financial skills training

The course seeks to provide users with the financial knowledge required to navigate personal finance tools and improve their overall financial well-being.
1:00

eFinance and Cassava ink digital solutions pact for Egypt

Cassava Technologies says the partnership will accelerate the adoption of digital solutions in Egypt and the MENA region.
1:30
Nov 19, 2024

Nigeria's SiBAN wants govt to craft national Bitcoin policy

The organisation says a national Bitcoin strategy would provide the clarity and structure needed for local blockchain development.
1:40
Nov 12, 2024

Ecobank, Nium unlock real-time cross-border payments across 35 African markets

The partnership will eliminate the need for complex API integrations, reducing waiting times for cross-border payments.
2:30
Nov 4, 2024

MTN Uganda's feud with the taxman continues

The telco informed shareholders it is continuing to engage the authorities in "constructive dialogue" and is hopeful that the ongoing discussions will result in a fair conclusion.
1:00
Oct 22, 2024

Rwanda unveils ambitious fintech strategy

The main goal of the strategy is to propel Rwanda to the number one fintech hub in Africa and into the top 30 globally.
1:20

Kenya's Central Bank strengthens payments system

The changes, according to the CBK, will allow for shorter settlement times, more efficient processing, and greater liquidity management for financial institutions.
1:30
Oct 10, 2024

Endeavor SA Secures R190m to boost African tech start-ups

Endeavor South Africa exceeds its first funding target for Harvest Fund III, and is aiming for R500 million to fuel Africa’s high-growth tech companies.
1:00
Oct 9, 2024

Sofibanque colocates services at OADC Texaf Kinshasa datacentre

The bank’s location in the data centre will allow it to meet national and international compliance and regulation standards.