Former SpaceX director joins Terra Industries as VP of Strategy

Ben MacWilliams, a former SpaceX director, has joined Nigerian defence startup Terra Industries as Vice President of Strategy.

How to Raise Pre-seed Funding in Africa: 2026 Guide

Raising pre-seed funding in Africa takes more than a good idea. Here’s how founders can build traction, find the right investors, prepare for fundraising, and close the round.

Where to Buy Stablecoins Safely in Nigeria: Top 10 (2026)

As the naira continues to face pressure, more Nigerians are turning to stablecoins like USDT and USDC. Here’s how to buy them safely, compare platforms, and understand the fees.

Standard Bank targets OPay stake as fintech giant prepares for US IPO

Standard Bank is reportedly exploring a stake in OPay just as the fintech targets a US IPO.

A $50 billion lawsuit puts Nigeria’s telecoms industry on trial

A ₦50 billion lawsuit against Nigeria’s telecom giants could shift the burden of proof over disputed data usage from consumers to network providers.

Sterling Bank is rethinking how Nigerians gift with QSpend

QSpend borrows from cash, cheques and QR payments to simplify giving money to multiple people.

South Africa’s HR startup Jem raises $8.4M Series A

South African workforce management startup Jem has raised $8.4 million in a Series A round led by Quona Capital.

How to make money with AI: Practical income paths

Discover practical ways to make money with AI, from freelance services and digital products to automation, consulting, and scalable online income.

Why the CBN must bake transparency into its sandbox

The CBN’s regulatory sandbox could formalise Nigeria’s virtual asset industry, but transparency and structural barriers threaten its impact.

Level Up: What working at PiggyVest, LemFi, and Moniepoint taught Omotoso Dolapo about success

"Some of the kindest people I know are those I met at PiggyVest, and many are still close friends. I also learnt that it was okay to make friends in the workplace."

Nigeria’s Terra Industries gets $18 million in extended seed round

Terra Industries is scaling beyond Africa through fresh funding, manufacturing expansion, partnerships, and international growth while keeping its roots on the continent.

VitalSwap CEO Akinsola Jegede on how CBN’s Form Q impacts fintechs

VitalSwap founder Akinsola Jegede breaks down the Central Bank of Nigeria's Form Q requirements, what they mean for cross-border transactions, and how fintechs must adapt.