Finance and Fintech
Delving into different varied fintech innovations that are reshaping banking, investments, and payments globally.
- Announcements
PalmPay USSD Service Launched to Boost Financial Access and Security in Nigeria
PalmPay USSD service enhances financial access and security, enabling transactions without internet, expanding inclusion for Nigerian users.
- How To/ Explained
Myths and Reality of No Deposit Bonuses in Forex
No deposit bonuses in forex offer risk-free trading opportunities but come with conditions, modest profits, and potential broker risks.
- Announcements
MANSA Partners with Bitmama to Enhance Cross-border Payments in Africa
MANSA partners with Bitmama to improve cross-border payments in Africa by addressing liquidity challenges and supporting trade.
- News
Mastercard Partners with Fintech Startup Scale to Accelerate Digital Payment Solutions Across Africa and the Middle East
Mastercard partners with fintech startup Scale to accelerate digital payment solutions across Africa and the Middle East, enhancing financial inclusion.
- Announcements
Mansa Launches DeFi Trade-Finance on Base Blockchain for Africa
Mansa launches trade-finance and cross-border payments on Base blockchain, enhancing financial access for African businesses through innovative DeFi solutions.
- Startups
d.light Surpasses Expectations with Net Profit in Q2 2024
d.light solar provider achieves net income profitability in Q2 2024 driven by record-breaking quarterly revenue and improved operational efficiencies.
- Announcements
Mastercard and Premier Bank Empower Somali E-Commerce with New Payment Gateway
Mastercard and Premier Bank launch Premier Payment Gateway, enabling Somali businesses to accept international online payments, boosting e-commerce and economy.
- Opinion
Harnessing Digital Payments for Inclusive Growth Across All African Markets
Digital payments in Africa enhance financial inclusion, driving economic growth even in smaller markets overlooked by traditional banking.
- Opinion
Revolutionising Cross-Border Payments: How African Businesses Can Save Big
Efficient cross-border payments are vital for African businesses leveraging Japan's, China's, and Turkey's networks; fintech solutions reduce costs and delays.
- News
What is SC Juza, and Why Should You Care?
Standard Chartered launches SC Juza in Kenya, a mobile app providing short-term loans directly through mobile wallets with flexible repayments.
- News
Network International to Power Airtel Africa’s Payment Processing
Airtel Africa partners with Network International to enhance payment processing and drive digital financial inclusion across 14 countries.
- News
Africa’s Remittance Market to Soar to $500bn by 2035
Africa's remittance market could reach $500 billion by 2035, driven by mobile money, reduced fees, and improved financial infrastructure.
- Startups
Visa Fintech Accelerator Program Unveils Startups Joining 2nd Cohort
Visa Fintech Accelerator program second cohort includes startups from 28 countries, focusing on innovation and female leadership.
- Opinion
Could AI be the Turning Point for Financial Inclusion in Africa?
Fintech innovations in Africa reduced reliance on cash, and now AI promises to accelerate financial inclusion even further.
- News
LemFi Disrupts Kenyan Remittances: Say Goodbye to Fees
LemFi offers Kenyans abroad fee-free, instant money transfers to Kenya, thanks to Central Bank of Kenya approval.
