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South Sudan’s Visa Fee Raises Regional Mobility Concerns
South Sudan’s introduction of a $50 electronic visa fee has sparked concerns over the future of labour mobility and regional economic integration in East Africa. The policy, which requires foreign travellers to obtain an e-visa before entering the country, has raised questions about the cost of movement for workers, businesses and professionals operating across the…
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CBN Reshapes Nigeria’s Fintech Landscape.
Nigeria’s fintech industry is entering a new phase as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) moves to reshape the regulatory environment governing financial technology companies. The shift reflects the rapid growth of digital financial services and the need to ensure that innovation keeps pace with stronger consumer protection, financial stability and risk management. Over the…
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Court Upholds Lending Rules, Limits Telecom Powers
A Federal High Court in Lagos has delivered a significant ruling on Nigeria’s digital lending and telecommunications regulatory landscape, upholding the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s (FCCPC) authority to regulate digital lending while rejecting any attempt by the commission to assume the licensing powers of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The judgment, delivered on…
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Digital Lending Grows in Kenya
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has approved 25 additional digital loan applications, marking another step in the country’s efforts to regulate the fast-growing digital lending industry. The approvals are expected to expand access to credit while ensuring that licensed lenders operate within established consumer protection and data privacy standards. Digital lending has become an…
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New PitchHer Programme Supports Founders
The Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), in partnership with Wetech and the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, has launched the ₦8.5 million PitchHer Investment Readiness Programme, a new initiative aimed at empowering women-led startups with the skills, mentorship, and funding opportunities needed to scale their businesses. The programme reflects a growing commitment to closing the gender…
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New Growth Lab for Nigerian Startups
The iDICE Startup Bridge has officially opened applications for its Growth Lab programme, offering high-potential Nigerian startups an opportunity to accelerate their growth, strengthen their business models, and improve their readiness for investment. The initiative is designed to equip innovative founders with the skills, networks, and strategic support needed to build sustainable businesses that compete…