Emerging Technologies

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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2:10
Friday

Fintech Mukuru gets deposit taking licence in Zimbabwe

The company says that the license would allow it to provide innovative digital products that address its clients' specific needs.
2:00

African Development Bank invests $10m to promote climate tech

The bank stated that this catalytic investment will unlock $70 million in finance for African climate-focused ventures.
1:40
12 Dec

Bolt hosts safety summit in South Africa

The event brought around 200 driver partners and key government officials.
2:10
11 Dec

Real-time payments to shore up Africa's top economies

A new report reveals that real-time payments are poised to add over $15 billion in GDP growth to Nigeria and South Africa by 2028.
2:20
11 Dec

Mukuru advances digital financial solutions for Africa

The company says it has added a suite of valuable financial services that services over 60 countries in Africa, Europe and Asia.
2:20

South Africa needs a strong alliance to solve its problems

The program aims to bring together civil society, industry, academia, and the government to seek solutions for the country.
2:30

TelCables Nigeria to open new PoP at Rack Centre Lagos

The company says the New PoP to provide low latency connectivity to major cables, hyperscalers, ISPs, businesses and enterprises across West Africa.
1:20
4 Dec

Kenya, Germany strengthen energy, ICT relations

Kenya and Germany are strengthening renewable energy collaboration, which they say is motivated by a shared commitment to sustainable development.
3:40

Automated insurance client experience no longer a choice

A substantial section of the local population is young and looking for digital, flexible insurance options, says a senior industry exec.
1:10

Chinese e-commerce firm Temu enters Nigerian market

Temu enters Nigeria, promising factory-direct pricing and consumer-friendly policies like 90-day money-back guarantees.
1:20
29 Nov

Rwanda launches 5year multi-million dollar ambitions fintech strategy

The ambitious strategy, which covers 2024-2029, aims to attract US$200 million in investment for local fintech start-ups.