From Lagos to Nairobi

Africa’s financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. From mobile money to digital banking and fintech innovation, the continent has become a global leader in financial inclusion. Yet, as the number of payment platforms, startups, and digital wallets continues to grow, so does the fragmentation of the ecosystem. The real opportunity for the future lies…

Africa’s startup ecosystem is buzzing with creativity, resilience, and rapid growth — and collaborations like Brunch with Zoho x Founders Friday are lighting the path forward. The event, a fusion of networking, learning, and collaboration, brought together founders, investors, and tech innovators to exchange ideas and explore new ways to drive sustainable innovation across the…

In the age of instant gratification, quick commerce (q-commerce) has redefined how consumers shop — promising groceries, meals, and essentials at their doorsteps in as little as 10 to 30 minutes. This accelerated pace has transformed not only logistics and delivery operations but also the expectations placed on customer support. In a market where every…

Global stablecoin issuer Tether has announced a strategic investment in Kotani pay, a Kenyan-based blockchain startup, in a move aimed at transforming Africa’s digital asset infrastructure and cross-boarder payment system. The partnership underscores growing international confidence in Africa’s fintech innovation and highlights Tether’s broader mission to advance financial inclusion through blockchain technology. Founded in 2020,…

As the world races toward artificial intelligence (AI) dominance, Nigeria is positioning itself to become Africa’s next powerhouse — not through oil, but through AI computing power. The country, long known for its petroleum exports, is now turning its attention to the digital economy, investing in data centers, cloud infrastructure, and AI technology to harness…

African fintech startup Vepay is expanding its footprint across the continent with a new suite of financial services aimed at fueling Africa’s rapidly growing digital economy. The expansion marks a major step for the company as it seeks to strengthen its position in the competitive fintech landscape and bridge financial access gaps for millions of…