From Lagos to Nairobi

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), popularly known as du, has announced an impressive 7.9% year-on year revenue growth for the third quarter of 2025, underscoring its strong performance across both mobile and fixed service segments. The results highlight du’s continued success in strengthening its market position through digital innovation, customer-centric strategies, and network expansion. According…

In a significant step toward financial inclusion, leading fintech companies Mukuru and JUMO have joined forces to launch Fast Loan, a new digital credit solution designed to give South Africans quicker and easier access to short-term loans. The partnership aims to empower millions of underbanked individuals by combining Mukuru’s extensive customer network with JUMO’s advanced…

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,…