From Lagos to Nairobi

Mastercard has significantly expanded its acceptance network across Africa in 2025, growing it by 45% as the payments giant doubles down on accelerating the continent’s digital economy. The expansion reflects Mastercard’s long-term strategy to deepen financial inclusion, support small businesses, and strengthen digital payment infrastructure in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets. The increased acceptance…

Nigerian healthtech company MyItura has launched Mediloan, a new financing product designed to help Nigerians pay for healthcare bills without the immediate burden of out-of-pocket expenses. The launch addresses one of the country’s most persistent challenges: access to affordable healthcare financing in a system where most medical costs are still paid directly by patients. Mediloan…

In late 2025, Airtel Africa unveiled a landmark partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink that promises to transform the continent’s connectivity landscape, especially in regions where traditional infrastructure has struggled to keep pace. This collaboration is set to roll out Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across all 14 markets where Airtel operates, reaching over 170 million subscribers and…

WhatsApp, one of the world’s leading messaging platforms, has unveiled new features designed to enhance communication and productivity for its users. The latest updates include voicemail-style missed call messages and a suite of new Meta AI tools, signaling the company’s push to blend messaging with intelligent automation. The voicemail-style missed call feature allows users to…

Africa’s digital payments landscape is fragmented, with hundreds of local mobile money platforms, fintech wallets, and informal payment channels operating across the continent. While these solutions have driven financial inclusion, they often remain isolated from the global economy, making cross-border transactions cumbersome for businesses and individuals alike. This is where PayPal, a global payments giant,…

In Nigeria, millions of informal sector workers—colloquially known as “hustlers”—face persistent challenges accessing financial services. Traditional banks often require extensive documentation, collateral, or formal employment proof, leaving many small business owners, freelancers, and gig workers excluded from credit and savings opportunities. FairMoney, a leading fintech startup, is changing that narrative by providing tailored financial solutions…