For many Nigerians, investing has become easier to access, but understanding the market remains a different challenge. Investment apps have lowered the barriers to buying financial assets, while social media has made investment information more widely available. Yet access to information does not always translate into confidence or good decision-making. FCSL Asset Management is trying…

Africa’s venture capital ecosystem is entering a more mature but more demanding phase. After years of rapid fundraising and startup growth, investors are increasingly focused on a harder question: how does capital actually get returned? That question will take centre stage at the Lagos Venture Finance Summit, scheduled for September 3–4, 2026, in Lagos. Hosted…

For generations, Nigeria’s local markets have been central to how households buy food. From fresh vegetables and fruits to meat, seafood, grains and household essentials, these markets offer variety, competitive prices and relationships built between traders and customers. But the traditional shopping experience can also mean traffic, long trips, crowded spaces and hours spent moving…

Kenya has long been one of Africa’s strongest startup markets, producing companies that have attracted significant attention from local and international investors. But as the funding environment becomes more selective, a difficult question is emerging: are Kenyan startups raising too much money too early and not doing enough to build sustainable businesses first? The question…

South African telecommunications company Cell C is exploring partnerships with two of the biggest names in satellite internet as it looks for new ways to expand connectivity beyond traditional mobile infrastructure. The operator has confirmed that it is in discussions with SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon Leo, the low-Earth-orbit satellite service formerly known as Project Kuiper.…

Africa’s technology and digital economy is experiencing a major wave of consolidation, with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) becoming an increasingly important route for companies seeking growth, new licences, customers and stronger market positions. As of August 17, 2026, 84 M&A deals had been recorded across Africa’s tech ecosystem, with disclosed transactions reaching an estimated $11.4…