How the Startup Bill 2022 Will Change the Game
Kenya has taken a monumental step towards empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses with the passage of the Startup Bill 2022…
Customers to Pay Premiums and Other Insurance-Related Transactions via Mobile Payments in Ethiopia
Safaricom Ethiopia recently announced a strategic partnership with Awash Insurance, Ethiopia’s leading private insurance provider. This collaboration aims to integrate…
Fintech Startups Continue to Dominate Venture Capital Funding in Africa Capturing 47 Percent
The African tech landscape continues to be dominated by fintech, with the sector capturing a remarkable 47% of all venture…
First Africa-Focused Supplier Growth Summit Designed to Connect Potential Suppliers Directly with Buyers
Massmart and Walmart have announced their first Africa-focused Supplier Growth Summit, scheduled for April 2, 2025, in Johannesburg. This event…
Why Kenya Airways Share Price Has Risen from Ksh. 3.83 to Ksh. 7.60
Kenya Airways (KQ) has made a triumphant return to the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), witnessing a remarkable surge in its…
Lower Transactional Costs for Bank Users in a Fast Payment System Proposal by CBK
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is considering the creation of a new Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system, a crucial…
This New Technology to Make Tourism More Sustainable with Purple Elephant Ventures Latest Funding Round
Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV), a Nairobi-based venture studio, has secured a stunning $4.5 million in seed funding, marking one of…
Instant Loans and More Product Offerings for Underbanked Users in Egypt in An Equity Deal by Raseedi
The Egyptian fintech landscape witnessed a significant development recently with Raseedi, a leading player in affordable communication services, announcing the…
Digital Wallet Users to Enjoy Reduced Cross-Border Payment Fees and Processing Times with Thunes
In a move that promises to significantly impact the cross-border payments landscape in the Asia-Pacific region, Thunes, the “Smart Superhighway”…
Why Zepz’s Latest Funding Round is a Game-Changer for Underserved Areas in Sub-Saharan Africa
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced a $20 million investment in Zepz,…