As fintech innovations continue to take ahold of Africa, several key trends are shaping the landscape in 2025, among which…
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Africa’s fintech landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, marked by rapid growth and innovation. The number of…
In 2024, Africa’s participation in global blockchain deals has significantly grown, underscoring the continent’s emerging influence in the global blockchain…
In Africa, reliance on technology and digital platforms is rapidly growing. A new survey by Backbase, a Dutch engagement banking…
The African tech media industry has evolved greatly over the past decade. Global players like TechCrunch have entered the scene,…
Africa is emerging as one of the fastest-growing fintech markets globally. With half of the world’s mobile money accounts and…
Fintech in Africa has witnessed significant growth and dynamism in recent years, driven by a combination of favorable demographic, economic…
In Africa, fintech maintains its position as the most dynamic and fastest-growing startup segment, attracting the lion’s share in startup…
In 2022, fintech remained the most funded startup sector in Africa, accounting for 39% of all equity funding (US$1.9 billion)…
Africa’s fintech sector is booming, fueled by soaring venture capital (VC) funding activity, rising adoption of digital financial services among…
Africa is emerging into one of the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency markets, driven by strong funding activity, favorable market conditions, and…
In 2021, African fintech startups raised a new all-time high of US$2 billion, surpassing the previous record of US$773 million…
Fintech funding in Africa jumped 49.3% in 2020 to US$160 million. The amount was raised by 99 fintech startups, making…
Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 51.5% from 2016 to 2022, to reach…