African fintech sector grows, enhancing access to finance
According to the EIB research, the number of African companies offering new financial services rose from 450 in 2020 to 1,263 by the beginning of 2024.
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European Investment Bank unveils fibre plan for 2.5m Africans
EIB investment will enable the construction of 1 200 kilometres of fibre, part of the 20 000 kilometres that BCS plans to build in Africa.
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European Investment Bank strengthens bond with Africa with €400m investment
Nairobi to host first EIB hub in Africa building on 45 years of EIB Kenya engagement.
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COVID-19 will put the squeeze on access to finance in Africa
Research shows Africa’s financial institutions have embraced digital technology and green finance, but the pandemic will impact private sector financing and access to finance for small businesses.