XTransfer, Ecobank to assist African SMEs handle cross-border payments
Ecobank says the initiative will foster collaboration to provide comprehensive cross-border payment solutions for African SMEs’ foreign trade.
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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.
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Ivorian Daba Finance wins 2024 Ecobank Fintech challenge
The judges recognised three fintechs whose solutions had a lasting impact, according to Ecobank.
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Ecobank invites submissions for fintech challenge
Early-stage and mature fintech businesses can now apply to compete for a top prize of $50 000.
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Cameroon’s Koree scoops Ecobank fintech grand prize
The fintech beat off competition from over 1,400 other entrants to claim the cash reward of $50,000.
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Record number of fintechs enrol in Ecobank challenge
Eight African finalists have been selected from nearly 1,500 entrants, from across 64 countries.
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Kenya to issue digital identities within 90 days
Kenya is transitioning from the National Integrated Identity Management System, generally known as Huduma Namba (service number).
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Ecobank opens applications for fintech challenge
Applications are now open to fintechs and developers from all African countries as well as global Africa-centred fintechs.
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Kenya backs ICT sector to increase productivity, competitiveness
Kenya presented its budget for the 2023/2024 financial year, allocating $109.6 million to fund key initiatives in the ICT sector.
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Kenya bets on digital economy in youth empowerment drive
The Kenyan president says his government has put in place ‘robust measures’ to ensure successful implementation of the country’s digital economy.
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Ecobank, fintech Fingo Africa debut youth banking app in Kenya
The App enables users to open a bank account via their mobile phone in less than four minutes, send money, pay bills and buy airtime.
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Kenyan tech start-up Wowzi aims to create a million gig jobs
Company plans to expand partnerships with local, regional, and multinational FMCG companies, telcos, banks, creative agencies, and development institutions.