From Lagos to Nairobi

A unified regulator aims to streamline oversight across banking, payments, lending, and investment platforms, reducing fragmentation that has historically slowed innovation. For fintechs, this could mean a single licensing regime, standardized capital requirements, and clear consumer protection guidelines. However, it also requires businesses to reassess their internal processes, technology infrastructure, and risk management frameworks to…

Fintech innovator OneDosh has officially launched operations in both the United States and Nigeria, marking a significant step in the company’s mission to simplify cross-border transactions and enable seamless digital payments. The launch positions OneDosh as a key player in the growing market for borderless financial services, catering to individuals, businesses, and global freelancers seeking…

Africa’s ambition to drive a new wave of industrial growth could stall unless the continent secures sustainable and patient capital, according to Ezinne Nwazulu, a development finance and investment advocate. Speaking on the challenges facing Africa’s industrial transformation, Nwazulu warned that limited access to long-term funding continues to undermine the scale and resilience of manufacturing,…

Former Director of CIG Motors, Jubril Arogundade, has retained legal representation to challenge fraud allegations levelled against him, signaling his readiness to contest the claims through appropriate legal channels. The development comes amid growing public attention surrounding the accusations, which Arogundade has firmly denied. In a statement released through his legal team, Arogundade described the…

Fast Credit Finance Company Limited has achieved a significant milestone with the successful upgrade of its credit ratings by two independent rating agencies, reinforcing its growing credibility in Nigeria’s capital market and broader financial services sector. The dual rating upgrades reflect improved financial performance, stronger risk management practices, and enhanced corporate governance at the company….

Japan-based SORA Technology has raised $2.5 million in fresh funding to expand the deployment of its health-focused drone solutions across Africa, marking a significant step forward for drone-enabled healthcare delivery on the continent. The funding round, backed by a mix of strategic investors and impact-focused partners, will support SORA Technology’s mission to address critical healthcare…