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Ecobank Group Announces the Top Finalists for the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge
Nigeria

The 12 Finalists for the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge in Nigeria

Fintechnews Africa17 August 2024

Ecobank, the pan-African Bank, has announced the top finalists for the first-ever and inaugural 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge Hybrid Semi-Final…

Africa’s Share of Global Blockchain VC Hits New Record
Blockchain/Bitcoin

Africa’s Share of Global Blockchain VC Hits New Record

Fintechnews Africa6 August 2024

In 2024, Africa’s participation in global blockchain deals has significantly grown, underscoring the continent’s emerging influence in the global blockchain…

Banks in Africa Embrace Cloud and AI to Enhance Customer Experience and Accelerate Innovation
EgyptSouth Africa

Banks in Africa Embrace Cloud and AI to Enhance Customer Experience and Accelerate Innovation

Fintechnews Africa5 August 2024

In Africa, reliance on technology and digital platforms is rapidly growing. A new survey by Backbase, a Dutch engagement banking…

Strengthening Financial Resilience: Huawei’s Role in the Future of Finance
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Strengthening Financial Resilience: Huawei’s Role in the Future of Finance

Fintechnews Africa24 July 2024

The financial sector is on the edge of a major transformation powered by continuous technological advancements. At the recent Huawei…

The Top 3 Funded Fintechs in Tanzania
Tanzania

The Top 3 Funded Fintechs in Tanzania

Reuben Mwatosya, Cofounder & Chief Operating Officer at Tembo16 July 2024

While a few lucky startups have hit the funding jackpot, for most, securing cash remains a bit of a treasure…

Buy Now, Pay Later Use on the Rise in South Africa
South Africa

Buy Now, Pay Later Use on the Rise in South Africa

Fintechnews Africa28 June 2024

The usage of buy now, pay later (BNPL) services is increasing in South Africa, driven by the country’s large population…

Top 10 Fintech Friendly Banks in Tanzania
Tanzania

Top 10 Fintech Friendly Banks in Tanzania

Reuben Mwatosya, Cofounder & Chief Operating Officer at Tembo5 June 2024

Introduction: In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, partnerships between traditional banks and fintech companies are proving to be instrumental in driving…

South Africa’s Digital Banking Outperforms Other Nations – Here’s Why It Leads
South Africa

South Africa’s Digital Banking Outperforms Other Nations – Here’s Why It Leads

Pierre Romagny, Partner, Financial Services at Oliver Wyman in South Africa3 June 2024

Digital innovation in banking is no longer a choice. It is now a requirement that is essential to business continuity.…

Fintech Customer Support Outsourcing South Africa: PITON-Global on Tech, CX, and Compliance
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Fintech Customer Support Outsourcing South Africa: PITON-Global on Tech, CX, and Compliance

Fintechnews Africa3 June 2024

As the global fintech sector expands, the demand for adept and responsive customer support solutions intensifies. South Africa is rapidly…

Amazon’s Entry into South Africa Set to Shake up E-Commerce Landscape
South Africa

Amazon’s Entry into South Africa Set to Shake up E-Commerce Landscape

Fintechnews Africa31 May 2024

Earlier this month, Amazon launched its South African market, marking the e-commerce giant’s entry into the African market after two…

First Startup Map of Tanzania: The Ultimate List of Fintech and Startups in Tanzania
Tanzania

First Startup Map of Tanzania: The Ultimate List of Fintech Startups in Tanzania

Reuben Mwatosya, Cofounder & Chief Operating Officer at Tembo29 May 2024

Today we are super excited and we are proudly introducing our first version of “Startups Map Of Tanzania 2024” This list…

New Generation of Content Creators Emerges as Africa Tech Media Grows and Matures
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New Generation of Content Creators Emerges as Africa Tech Media Grows and Matures

Fintechnews Africa28 May 2024

The African tech media industry has evolved greatly over the past decade. Global players like TechCrunch have entered the scene,…

Mastercard Accelerates Commitment to Digital Transformation in Africa
KenyaNigeriaTanzania

Mastercard and African Development Bank Group Invest $300 Million into Africa Digital Economy

Fintechnews Africa28 May 2024

Mastercard and the African Development Bank Group launched the Mobilizing Access to the Digital Economy (MADE) Alliance Africa to extend…

Swypex Launches Following $4 Million Seed Round
Egypt

Egyptian Financial Management Platform Swypex Secures $4 Million Seed Round

Fintechnews Africa10 May 2024

Swypex announced its launch following a $4 million seed investment round, led by the renowned venture capital fund Accel. This…

Ramses Introduces Chris Skinner as Its Co-founder
Egypt

Chris Skinner Co-Founds Fintech Startup in Egypt and Sudan

Fintechnews Africa10 May 2024

Ramses, an American Fintech startup, revealed its strategy for the upcoming period. The Company aims to establish its business model…

MENA Companies Embrace Embedded Finance
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MENA Companies Embrace Embedded Finance

Fintechnews Africa6 May 2024

In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), embedded finance is picking up steam among telcos, tech startups and retailers.…

Egyptian Fintech Bokra Raises $4.6 Million Pre-seed Round
Egypt

Egyptian Wealthtech Bokra Raises $4.6 Million Pre-Seed

Fintechnews Africa26 April 2024

Bokra, a Cairo-based fintech, announces the closure of its $4.6 million pre-Seed round led by DisrupTech Ventures, and SS Capital…

4 Fast-Growing Fintech Startups in Tanzania to Follow
Tanzania

4 Fast-Growing Fintech Startups in Tanzania to Follow

Fintechnews Africa26 April 2024

Tanzania is home to small and nascent fintech sector that comprised just a little over 30 companies in 2021, data…

The Central Bank of Mauritania Commissions G+D to Design a Digital Currency
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The Central Bank of Mauritania Commissions G+D to Design a Digital Currency

Fintechnews Africa24 April 2024

German SecurityTech company Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) and Banque Centrale de Mauritanie have signed an agreement during the Spring Meetings of the…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Could Create a Turning Point for Financial Inclusion in Africa
South Africa

AI Could Create a Turning Point for Financial Inclusion in Africa

Lillian B4rn4rd19 April 2024

It’s difficult to imagine a time before the widespread adoption of mobile technology in Africa – particularly where financial services…

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