Ghana’s Central Bank mandates crypto firms to register by August 15

After 11 months of consultation, Ghana moves from crypto draft rules to action. VASPs must now register or risk getting shut out.

Nawy acquires SmartCrowd to expand into Middle East 

Nawy acquires Dubai-based SmartCrowd to expand into the Middle East, marking a major African-Gulf proptech deal.

Okra not dead: Shuts Nebula, doubles down on payments

Okra is restructuring its core payments business after shutting down its cloud service, Nebula. Despite exit rumours, the fintech remains active and is exploring new backers.

MultiChoice raises DStv and GOtv prices again in Kenya 

MultiChoice Kenya increases DStv and GOtv prices for the sixth time since 2022, effective August 2025, as Showmax gets cheaper.

Ghana’s instant payment Chief, Archie Hesse steps down after almost 20 years

Archie Hesse's nearly two-decade legacy at GhIPSS left an indelible on Ghana's digital payment system. Learn more about Hesse's time at GhIPSS

NDPC slams MultiChoice ₦766 million fine for privacy breach

NDPC fines MultiChoice ₦766M for violating Nigeria’s data protection laws by transferring user data without consent.

Complete Farmer’s €2.2M raise signals Africa’s shift toward full-stack agtech

Complete Farmer secures €2.2M EU funding to scale full-stack agtech in Ghana, combining digital tools with rural infrastructure for farmers.

Liquify, a Ghanaian female-led startup, raises $1.5 million seed to close Africa’s trade finance gap

Liquify, an invoice finance marketplace, secures $1.5M seed funding led by Future Africa. The fintech has already financed $4M worth of trade.

“Solve boring problems,” African AI leaders say at Builders Summit

For builders in the room keen on learning about areas to focus, the advice from the panel of experts was clear: solve repetitive problems.

MTN’s roaming deal offers relief to 9mobile’s 3 million users

MTN’s roaming deal with 9mobile gives nearly 3 million users improved coverage after years of poor service.

Nigeria’s CAC targets 24-hour registration with new AI partnership

AI is coming to Nigeria’s company registry. CAC says it’s now 24 hours, though some filings still take up to three days.

TymeBank threatens legal action over 6,500% spike in ID verification fees

TymeBank plans legal action as South Africa raises ID verification fees from 15 cents to 10 rands, calling it a threat to low-income access and financial inclusion.