Chimgozirim Nwokoma

What if startups became Africa’s newest venture capitalists?

As early-stage African venture funding tightens, startup-to-startup investments like Terra Industries’ backing of Aeon could open new routes to capital and future exits.

“I don’t dream of labour”: Chiamaka Amaku on building businesses while keeping a 9–5

From selling hair in university to leading in marketing, Chiamaka Amaku reflects on entrepreneurship, discipline, and AI's impact.

Terra Industries leads $1 million pre-seed round in cybersecurity startup Aeon

Terra Industries leads a $1M pre-seed round in Nigerian cybersecurity startup Aeon, which is building cyberdefence solutions for the Global South.

Bujeti is harnessing AI to become the virtual CFO for African businesses

Bujeti started with corporate cards. Now, it is using AI to help African businesses manage money, understand finances, and make better decisions.

Oui Capital is betting on artificial intelligence to build a more efficient firm

Oui Capital is using AI to turn six years of investment experience into an internal tool that helps a small team move faster and see more.

Anchor wants to end the scramble for reliable card infrastructure in Africa

Anchor relaunches Cards 2.0 to help African businesses issue reliable virtual USD Mastercard cards for cross-border payments and online spending.

Madica expands into Algeria and Cameroon with five new African startup bets

Madica has made its first investments in Algeria and Cameroon, backing five African startups as it expands its pre-seed bets into overlooked markets.

Why the battle for deposits is the next fintech war

Fintechs are moving more of the Nigerian consumers' money. Now, they want the deposits to go with it.

10 Fintech Platforms to Buy Dangote Refinery IPO Shares in Nigeria

Here are the fintech apps offering the IPO, how to prepare, and what Nigerian investors need to know.

CreditChek kickstarts East Africa expansion with Algosys acquisition

Creditchek has acquired Uganda’s Algosys as the Nigerian fintech expands into East Africa and builds a broader lending infrastructure platform.

Circle’s Tazapay deal signals a new acquisition opportunity for African fintech

Circle’s Tazapay deal shows why stablecoin companies buy payment infrastructure, creating a new path for African fintechs to scale.

Figorr founder Oghenetega Iortim steps down as CEO as Envir Fraser takes over

Figorr founder Oghenetega Iortim has stepped down as CEO, with Envir Fraser taking over as the company expands across Africa.