Forging Connections: Fontys University of Applied Science Representatives Explore Synergies with Enterprise Bureau

In an effort to explore potential avenues for collaboration and promote the startup ecosystem in Africa, representatives from Fontys University of Applied Science in the Netherlands and Academic City University College visited Enterprise Bureau
Successful EB Connect Explores Strategic Partnerships & Collaboration In Business

In an event that brought together a multitude of like-minded individuals and industry experts, the EB CONNECT program on September 22, 2023, showcased the significance of strategic partnerships and collaboration in meeting the demands of the modern business landscape. The event was marked by insightful presentations, engaging panel discussions, and a fruitful networking session. [pix_img […]
The looming threat of global cost of living crisis

The Global Risks Report has identified the global cost-of-living crisis as the most significant risk over the next two years, and it is already occurring.
African start-ups at the forefront of digital innovations transforming Africa’s economy

Several African tech innovators showcased their work at the Africa Money & Defi Summit in Ghana. PayBox, a fast-growing African fintech start-up, was one of the beneficiaries of the ITC NTF V program
Visa Pledges to Invest $1 billion in Africa to Accelerate Digital Transformation

Visa has pledged to invest $1 billion in Africa over the next five years to advance inclusive and innovative economies across the continent. The investment will help expand access to digital payments as an entry point for expanding formal financial services for individuals and merchants. The investment will focus on scaling Visa’s operations in Africa, […]
Overcoming the treasury challenges of operating in Africa

Africa’s economy holds a lot of promise and growth prospects for international businesses, but one of the continent’s major challenges is its fragmented payments ecosystem.
Payday Secures $3M Seed Round to Power the Future of Work for Africa

Pan-African neobank Payday has raised $3m in a seed round led by Moniepoint, with participation from HoaQ, DFS Lab’s Stellar Africa Fund, Ingressive Capital Fund II and angel investors.
Apis Partners leads €29M (US$31M) Series A funding for African fintech Peach Payments.

Apis Growth Fund II, a UK-based private equity fund managed by Apis Partners, plans to invest €29 million (US$31 million) in Peach Payments, a digital payment service provider operating in Africa.
ETAP launches Takaful – the first digital car insurance product in Africa that redistributes funds to users

Insurance technology company ETAP has launched ETAP Takaful, a car insurance product based on Islamic principles that aims to redistribute funds to users and support social good in their communities.
32 Startups Selected for the Financial Solutions for Migrants Accelerator Program

Impact-driven startups developing digital financial inclusion solutions for migrants have been selected by Village Capital to participate in the Financial Solutions for Migrants program.