Stablecoins to transform Africa’s informal economy
Jonathan Katende believes that stablecoins provide a solid, dollar-backed alternative to volatile local currencies, as well as an entry point into the digital economy.
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OpenWay widens African footprint with Way4 platform
The company says it is empowering banks and fintechs in the region with access to its globally recognised payment technology and local service infrastructure.
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Shiga harnesses global regulation to drive Africa's blockchain tech
Shiga Digital says Dubai International Financial Centre Innovation will enable it to redefine how pan-African businesses access- and interact with modern financial services.
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RIB Software names SVP for key markets, including Africa
Chris Smith has been appointed to focus on RIB Software's key growth markets, including Africa.
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MTN moves to digitise hospitality sector in Uganda
MTN Uganda will work with MTN MoMo and the Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association to drive the adoption of digital services in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
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Mozambique boosts connectivity with TMCEL, WIOCC pact
The agreement between TMCEL and WIOCC will enhance Mozambique’s digital backbone and improve network resilience.
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Nigeria’s Itana pilots hub for Africa’s growing tech landscape
Itana says while global markets invest billions into infrastructure such as computing capacity, sovereign data storage, and cloud infrastructure, Africa remains constrained.
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Tanzania, Kenya boost cross-border connectivity with fibre link
The Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation says the new cross-border fibre link aims to strengthen digital competitiveness, expand the scope of high-speed communication services, and stimulate the growth of the digital economy for East Africa.
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AfriLabs, ATU unite 500 hubs to boost innovation
The two signed an MoU in part addresses the widening gap between Africa’s digital potential and current internet access levels.
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ATC, ProFuturo Foundation digitise Nigerian schools
Initially focused on 11 schools in three states—Kano, Kebbi, and Tarabata—the partnership is projected to benefit over 5,600 children.
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Bfree gets $3m to promote financial inclusion in Africa
The investment will support Bfree’s distressed loan portfolio financing in Africa, thereby improving the credit scores of the distressed borrowers.
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Stanchion, Tai Fintech drive advanced issuer solutions in Kenya
The partnership with Tai Fintech supports Stanchion's strategy to extend access to its Payment Fabric tech, helping issuers in Kenya drive innovation and remain competitive.