Bridging the Gap: Mastercard Foundation Edtech Conference
Investor interest in African education technology (edtech) has waned since the COVID-19 lockdowns ended, despite the clear benefits technology brings […]
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Access Holdings to Raise
Introduction Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Nigeria’s largest bank by assets, has announced plans to raise ₦351 billion
A Billion-Dollar Initiative for African Innovation
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has inaugurated a fintech hub at its innovation center in Lagos, Nigeria, marking
Decline in African Tech Funding
Venture capital funding in Africa’s tech ecosystem continues to show a downward trend, with startups raising only $779.7 million in
Nigeria Fines Meta $220 Million for Data Privacy Violations
Three years after initiating an investigation into WhatsApp LLC and its parent company Meta for allegedly failing to obtain
Nigeria’s Inflation Surge in June 2024
Headline inflation in Nigeria surged in June 2024, reflecting increased costs for essential commodities such as food, transportation, and energy.
Seychelles and South Africa Lead Africa’s Blockchain Investment
In 2023, Seychelles and South Africa solidified their positions as the primary hubs for blockchain innovation and investment in Africa,
Seven African Fintech Companies Make Global Top 250 List
In a significant recognition of African innovation, Statista, a renowned market data provider, and CNBC, an American media company, have