Finance and Fintech
Delving into different varied fintech innovations that are reshaping banking, investments, and payments globally.
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Mastercard, Accion, and Dashen Bank Join Forces to Bridge Ethiopia’s $4.2 Billion MSME Financing Gap
Dashen Bank, Accion, and Mastercard launch an innovation hub to enhance digital banking and financial inclusion for Ethiopian MSMEs, focusing…
- Startups
Raenest Raises $11M to Strengthen Nigeria, Kenya, and Expand to US & Egypt
Raenest raises $11M Series A to expand multi-currency banking, enhance cross-border payments, and scale operations across Africa, the US, and…
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Sub-Saharan Africa’s Finance Apps See Unprecedented Growth in Installs and Revenue
Finance apps in Sub-Saharan Africa saw 34% install growth and 28% revenue rise in 2024, driving digital financial transformation.
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M-Pesa to join PesaLink: Convenience or Cost for Kenyan Users?
M-Pesa integrates with PesaLink, enhancing financial interoperability, streamlining transactions, and reshaping Kenya’s digital payment landscape amidst regulatory developments.
- Startups
Disrupt Africa’s FinTech Space: Apply for 2025 Visa Accelerator Program
Discover how the Visa Accelerator Program empowers African startups with mentorship, funding, and tools to scale FinTech solutions. Apply today!
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Stanbic Bank’s PMI Signals Marginal Growth for Kenya’s Private Sector in December 2024
Stanbic Bank's December 2024 PMI report shows modest private sector growth despite inflation, muted confidence, and sector-specific challenges.
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Secure Your Holiday Tickets Early with the New BuuPass and Flexpay Payment Solution
BuuPass and Flexpay partner to offer interest-free installment plans, easing holiday travel costs and promoting financial planning for Kenyans.
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FinTech Growth in Africa Key Takeaways from AERC Nairobi Plenary
AERC 61st Plenary highlighted Africa's $65B FinTech potential, Kenya’s leadership, and challenges in inclusion, infrastructure, and regulation.
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Africa’s FinTech Boom: AERC’s 61st Plenary to Explore $65 Billion Industry Growth by 2030
The 61st AERC Plenary explores Africa’s FinTech growth, focusing on innovation, financial inclusion, CBDCs, and regulatory frameworks.
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Navigating Kenya’s Cash Flow Crisis: Layoffs, Business Strain, and Pathways to Recovery
Kenya faces economic strain with layoffs and cash flow issues; resilience, skill-building, cost optimization, and government support are key to…
- How To/ Explained
How to Maximize Savings with the LOOP Visa Card for Cashback: A Student’s Guide to Smart Spending
LOOP Visa Card helps students save through cashback, discounts, and budget management, simplifying smart spending and maximizing everyday purchases.
- How To/ Explained
How to Make Payments and Manage Bills with LOOP: The Student’s Guide to Smarter Spending
LOOP simplifies student finances by automating bill payments, tracking spending, pooling funds, and offering investment options, making money management stress-free…
- Startups
Visa Backs African Fintech Growth with Investments in Leading Startups
Visa invests in four African fintechs from its accelerator program, reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation, financial inclusion, and innovation…
- News
NCBA Partners with NALA Payments to Enhance Remittance Services Across Africa
NCBA partners with NALA Payments to offer faster, affordable, and secure cross-border remittance services from the US, UK, and EU.
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M-Pesa Introduces Standing Orders with Ratiba – Everything You Need to Know
Safaricom launches M-Pesa Ratiba, allowing users to automate recurring payments, enhancing convenience for bills, subscriptions, and services.
