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CcHUB, Google presents 9 startups for Fintech Incubation Programme in Rwanda

Over the next three months, CcHUB will be supporting the 9 selected startups to achieve product stability and scalability, market readiness and investment.

Stitch launches Linkpay to enable tokenised and secure one-click payments

With Stitch LinkPay, businesses in South Africa and Nigeria can enable users to link their financial accounts and pay securely via instant bank transfer, in seconds.

Equiano lands in Lagos, set to boost internet connectivity and slash prices

Google and cable landing partner WIOCC has announced the landing of the state-of-the-art Equiano subsea cable in Lagos, Nigeria.

Bolt might switch off operations in Tanzania over regulatory issue

Bolt might turn off car ride-hailing category in Tanzania should regulatory authority uphold its new service fee directive.

Huawei partners Kenya Government to expand the country’s digital infrastructure

The partnership will see 43,000km of fibre cable rolled out to help promote connectivity through the expansion of the country's broadband infrastructure.

ETAP secures $1.5 million pre-seed funding to drive car insurance penetration in Africa

ETAP, an insurtech startup that makes it easier to buy and claim insurance, has secured $1.5 million in pre-seed funding to grow its team and drive the adoption of much-needed car insurance across Africa.

TeamApt’s Moniepoint evolves into a business bank

Moniepoint is poised to empower Nigerians to manage, protect, and grow their businesses.

Luno surpasses 10 million customers, continuing its global momentum with 35% YoY growth

Africa is one of Luno’s strongest markets, over 55% of the new customers added in the last 6 months are based on the continent.

SmartWage secures $2 million to enhance digital inclusion in South African enterprises

SmartWage has raised a $2 million seed fund to bridge the gap between South African enterprises and their frontline employees

Oystr Finance wins ₦1 million at the SheVentures Tech Pitch

Oystr Finance, a fintech startup building alternative data infrastructure for Africa’s underserved, has won SheVentures Tech Pitch, taking home the cash prize of ₦1 million.

Spotify Charts: Rema, Buju, Asake, Finesse, and more top Nigeria’s charts this week

Here’s what this week’s Spotify Charts have to say about Nigeria’s music scene.

CardinalStone Capital Advisers names Shirley Somuah as Partner to lead expansion into Ghana

Shirley Somuah will lead CardinalStone Capital Advisers expansion into Ghana