From Lagos to Nairobi

Mukuru, one of Africa’s most prominent next-generation financial services platforms, has announced a strategic partnership with Travelex to expand its cash payout network across South Africa. The collaboration gives Mukuru’s remittance customers access to Travelex’s 46 branches nationwide, many of which are located in high-traffic, easily accessible areas. For a market where cash remains a…

Venture capital in Africa has entered a more cautious phase, and the signs are hard to ignore. Funding announcements are fewer, rounds are smaller, and the language around investment has shifted from bold ambition to careful justification. This is not simply the result of global economic uncertainty; it reflects a deeper change in how investors…

Moroccan fintech startup Woliz has raised $2.2 million in pre-seed funding, signaling a new phase in North Africa’s fast-evolving retail digitization landscape. The round was led by Sanlam Maroc, the Moroccan insurance arm of the Sanlam Group, underscoring growing interest from traditional financial players in technology-driven distribution and data-led underwriting models. Founded by CEO Kamal…

Japan-based health tech startup SORA Technology has secured $7.3 million in a late seed funding round, marking a significant step in its mission to combat malaria across Africa using drones, satellite data, and artificial intelligence. The latest $2.5 million second close brings the total raise to $7.3 million, following an earlier $4.8 million first close…

Africa’s retail landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and Digital Retail Africa 2026 is set to capture this momentum. The premier conference, scheduled for later this year, brings together business leaders, technology innovators, and policymakers to explore how digital transformation is redefining commerce across the continent. The event serves as a critical platform for…

Ethiopia is charting a bold course into the digital era with the launch of its Digital Ethiopia 2030 initiative, a strategic blueprint designed to position the country as a leading tech-driven economy in Africa. The program, introduced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, underscores the transformative potential of technology to fuel inclusive growth, create jobs, and…