From Lagos to Nairobi

African fintech giant Flutterwave has announced the integration of the Polygon blockchain to enhance its cross-border payment infrastructure through stablecoin technology. This move positions Flutterwave at the forefront of blockchain-driven financial innovation in Africa, aiming to deliver faster, cheaper, and more transparent international transactions. Flutterwave, known for powering global payments for businesses across over 30…

Kenya’s High Court has ruled that major digital service providers, including Uber, Jumia, and Glovo, must pay a 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) on their services, marking a significant development in the country’s digital economy regulation. The ruling, delivered in Nairobi, upholds the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) position that digital platforms offering ride-hailing, e-commerce, and…

In a bold move to bridge the gap between Africa’s fast-growing creative ecosystem and global investors, Livespot 360, one of Nigeria’s leading creative collectives, has unveiled “Deal Room”, a new platform designed to catalyse investment and collaboration within the continent’s entertainment and creative industries. The Deal Room initiative aims to create structured opportunities for investors,…

Nigeria’s fast-growing digital bank, Kolomoni, has launched two innovative features—“Snap and Pay” and “Schedule Payment”—aimed at improving convenience, speed, and flexibility for its users. The new tools are part of Kolomoni’s broader commitment to delivering smarter, user-friendly digital banking experiences for individuals and businesses. The “Snap and Pay” feature allows customers to make instant payments…

Nigeria’s leading travel finance platform, Kalabash54, has unveiled its new multi-currency “Kalabash Cards”, designed to make international payments simpler, smarter, and more rewarding for travellers and lifestyle enthusiasts. The new product allows users to spend seamlessly across multiple currencies while earning cashback on purchases made locally and abroad. According to Kalabash54, the card supports major…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has held high-level engagements with global fintech leaders on the sidelines of the 2025 International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Annual Meetings, aimed at strengthening collaboration and driving innovation in Nigeria’s digital financial ecosystem. Led by CBN Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, the discussions focused on expanding financial inclusion,…