Tanzania is home to a growing fintech ecosystem, comprising 171 players operating across payments, digital banking, lending, banking infrastructure, and…
Africa’s banking institutions are planning to ramp up their investment in artificial intelligence (AI) despite many lacking formal return on…
First, I asked Linkedin for names to be added to the top 20, Tanzania’s fintech story is usually told through mobile…
Interest in blockchain in Africa declined notably in 2025, reflected in a sharp contraction in investment. According to a new…
Kora, the payment infrastructure platform, has joined the International Air Transport Association’s IATA Financial Gateway (IFG), connecting global airlines to…
Velmie, a digital banking system integrator and delivery partner for regulated fintech programs, announced a partnership with Flot, an emerging…
Discussions about the future of banking often revolve around digital channels, cloud migration and mobile apps. At Mobile World Congress…
Over the past decade, Zambia has experienced a rapid expansion of fintech companies and the adoption of digital financial services.…
Finpace has announced Halcyon, an AI solution delivered alongside the Finpace core banking platform to help financial institutions across Africa…
While the fintech sector in Nigeria has grown markedly over the past years, stakeholders still face persistent obstacles that impede…
The 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) concluded on 27 January 2026, marking a success for Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem as…
South Africa has become one of Africa’s most dynamic fintech ecosystems, accounting for nearly 21% of all fintech startups across…
The African retail landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation. As a business scales and the payment ecosystem becomes more intricate,…
AI’s been reshaping financial services for several years now. But as its digital adoption accelerates, one factor determines whether AI…
In 2025, the regtech industry in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) continued to grow and mature, fuel by growing demand for efficient,…
Investment in Africa is entering a period of reassessment. The familiar narratives of rapid growth and untapped potential are giving…
Thunes has announced a collaboration with Sterling Bank, a Nigerian commercial bank, to facilitate cross-border payments for Nigerians living abroad.…
Across Africa, retail is changing fast—and at the center of this transformation is the simple act of paying. Today’s shoppers…
North Africa, comprising Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and Western Sahara, is rapidly emerging as a hotspot for fintech innovation.…
Africa’s fintech and technology sectors are growing rapidly, driven by a young population, widespread smartphone use, and the rapid adoption…