Chimgozirim Nwokoma

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.

Onafriq’s 2024 revenue fell 7% as naira devaluation wiped $3.2 billion from payment volumes

2024 revenue fell 7% year-on-year, driven by naira depreciation in Onafriq's biggest market, Nigeria.

Grants or equity? What female founders need to know about raising capital in 2026

Female founders face a funding gap, but understanding how to grants and equity boosts their chances of success.

Uber to end operations in Nigeria after 12 years

Uber is ending its Nigeria operations after 12 years, closing a chapter for the ride-hailing pioneer.

China-Africa trade is growing rapidly. Grey wants to build the rails for it

As Africa-China trade expands, African businesses and individuals need faster, more direct ways to pay Chinese suppliers. Fintechs like Grey are building the rails.

Cascador selects 10 Nigerian businesses for latest Scale Up cohort

Cascador selects 10 growth-stage Nigerian businesses for its latest Scale Up cohort, with a focus on capital readiness and sustainable growth.

ChipMango raises $1.9 million seed round to expand chip-design operations across Africa, Europe, and the US

ChipMango has raised $1.9 million in seed funding to expand its engineering teams and chip-design operations across Africa, Europe and the US.

She joined Bumpa as a content marketer. Five years later, she’s helping build the product

Precious O’Dahunsi joined Bumpa as a content marketer. Five years later, she’s helping shape its products, bringing creativity and customer insight to product growth.

Terra Industries adds former Palantir and WHOOP executive to leadership team

Todd Stiefler joins Nigerian defence technology company Terra Industries to lead its commercial division after stints at WHOOP and Palantir.

Why a growing remittance business was not enough for Moniepoint

MonieWorld’s shutdown highlights the high cost of UK expansion and the tough economics facing African fintechs entering crowded remittance markets.