Justina Salami

Jahazii raises $400K to build Africa’s workforce operating system

Kenyan fintech startup Jahazii raises $400K to formalise Africa’s informal workforce through its Workforce Operating System

Rana Energy raises $3 million to power clean energy revolution 

Rana Energy has raised $3 million in pre-seed funding to expand its AI-driven Clean Energy-as-a-Service platform.

Why Nigerian startups must build revenue engines before chasing scale

Nigerian startups are learning to build sustainable revenue engines through B4B Partners’ Revenue Xcelerator before chasing scale or funding.

Crypto market suffers $9.4 billion liquidation in 24 hours

The crypto market suffered $9.4B in liquidations within 24 hours as Bitcoin and Ethereum prices plunged. Analysts call it the largest single-day crash ever.

Google equips university students across Africa with free access to advanced AI tools

Google offers free 12-month AI Pro plan to students in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and other African countries to boost AI literacy and digital skills.

Flutterwave relaunches “The Wave Podcast” to spotlight Africa’s tech and creative leaders

Flutterwave relaunches The Wave Podcast to spotlight Africa’s tech and creative leaders, sharing authentic stories and innovation insights.

IHS Towers completes $274.5 million sale of Rwanda operations to Paradigm Tower Ventures

IHS Towers Rwanda sale to Paradigm Tower Ventures closes at $274.5 million, marking a milestone in Africa’s telecom infrastructure growth.

The World Bank says Africa must solve its job crisis to stop Gen Z protests on the continent

The World Bank warns that Africa must solve its youth job crisis or face Gen Z protests spreading across the continent.

CANAL+ unveils new leadership team for Africa

CANAL+ names a new leadership team for Africa after its MultiChoice takeover, uniting 40M+ subscribers and 10,000 jobs.

Stanbic IBTC names Chukwuma Nwokocha as Group CEO 

Stanbic IBTC appoints Chukwuma Nwokocha as Group CEO after interim leadership, as the bank eyes growth amid recapitalisation and challenges.

Lisk launches $15M fund to back Web3 startups in Africa, Asia

Lisk has launched a $15M Web3 fund to back startups in Africa, Latin America, and Asia targeting fintech, payments, and inclusion.

MTN MoMo customers to enjoy free transfers on Independence day

MoMo Payment Service Bank is marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day with 24 hours of free money transfers nationwide on October 1.