Chimgozirim Nwokoma Nwokoma

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Kulipa CEO denies insolvency after sudden shutdown

Kulipa's CEO has denied the stablecoin card startup is insolvent, saying its abrupt shutdown is tied to a broader corporate restructuring.

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Flutterwave looks to East Africa to fuel banking ambitions

Flutterwave is exploring bank acquisitions across Africa as it expands beyond payments, betting on lending and banking to drive its next phase of growth.

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MoMo wallets hit 5 million as MTN prepares fintech separation

MTN MoMo wallets grew to 5 million ahead of a planned fintech spinoff.

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Luno says only 5% of jobs in Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda affected by global layoffs

Luno says just 5% of roles in Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda were affected by its global layoffs as it restructures.

Opinion

Why venture capital can’t be the only way to fund African startups

African startups rely too heavily on venture capital. To build stronger businesses, the continent needs a wider range of financing options beyond VC.

News

GoLemon is latest Nigerian food delivery startup to shut down

GoLemon has shut down two years after launch, citing fundraising difficulties.

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Quidax expands stablecoin payment infrastructure to 21 countries

Quidax has expanded its stablecoin payment infrastructure to 21 countries, aiming to make cross-border payments faster and cheaper for businesses.

Spotlight

After a NIPOST snub, Maiaddy built its own address infrastructure

Maiaddy wants to fix Nigeria's addressing problem with unique street codes.

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Tembo secures Payment Service Provider licence in Rwanda

Tembo, a Tanzanian fintech, has received a Payment Service Provider licence in Rwanda.

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Zedcrest completes full acquisition of Leatherback

Zedcrest has acquired Leatherback, cementing years of partnership. Its existing leadership team will remain.

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Airtel Africa Q1 revenue hits $1.85 billion; Airtel Money targets London listing

Airtel Africa grew Q1 revenue 31% to $1.85 billion, driven by data and mobile money growth, while confirming London for Airtel Money's IPO.

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CREDICORP launches laptop credit scheme for 1,000 Nigerians

CREDICORP has launched a scheme to provide 1,000 Nigerians with locally assembled laptops to boost digital skills and expand access to credit.