Andrew Christian Christian

Why African startups must stay visible beyond milestone announcements

An ongoing PR strategy isn't just about grabbing attention during big news cycles; it's about shaping the narrative over time, building credibility, and fostering trust.

Ride-hailing, but for travel. Uber targets tourism in new drive

The expansion extends beyond Europe. In Greece, it is expanding its Uber Boat service from Mykonos to Athens, Corfu, and Santorini. Visitors can book rides to beach clubs and lesser-known destinations, capitalizing on seasonal peaks in tourism, part of a broader goal to become a one-stop shop for tourists.

China’s billion-dollar Africa renewables soft power play

China’s growing involvement in Africa has taken a greener turn with its latest commitment being a $50 billion support for the continent’s energy transition.

Kenya wants attention in Africa’s drone industry

Kenya fancies its position as a major player in Africa’s taking-off drone space, having had efforts spanning healthcare, agriculture, and logistics.

Ghana warms up to regulating crypto

Ghana is gearing up to be one of the next African countries to formally regulate cryptocurrencies.

Fintech giant Visa backs Kenya’s Workpay in $5 million raise

The startup has raised new funding led by Norrsken22, with Visa joining, to streamline HR and payroll across Africa, enhancing compliance and expanding financial scope

Nigerian fintechs resume customer enrollment after crackdown

Leading Nigerian fintechs, such as Kuda Bank, Moniepoint, OPay, and Palmpay, have resumed customer enrollment activities after a suspension period. This pause in new account registrations, which caused concern among users, was due to a directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The suspension aimed to curb unauthorized forex transactions and address compliance requirements, […]