GoLemon is latest Nigerian food delivery startup to shut down

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

Automation drove 71% of Absa Kenya processes in 2025

The bank joins I&M, Equity, KCB, and Co-op in reporting over 90% digital transactions

Rentoza enters business rescue despite raising $7.3 million

South Africa's Rentoza enters into a voluntary business rescue after about 12 months of struggle despite over $7 million in funding

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.

Tembo secures Payment Service Provider licence in Rwanda

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

Zedcrest completes full acquisition of Leatherback

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

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.

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.

PiggyVest, Moniepoint, others make CNBC’s 2026 top fintech list

Eleven African fintechs, led by Nigeria's PiggyVest, Moniepoint and Redtech, made CNBC's 2026 Top Fintech Companies ranking.

LemFi partners BVNK to power stablecoin-based remittance settlements

LemFi is partnering with BVNK to use stablecoins for remittance settlements, aiming to cut costs and deliver faster cross-border transfers.

FCCPC’s DEON Regulations back in force following court ruling

Nigeria's FCCPC has resumed enforcing its DEON digital lending regulations after a court upheld the rules.

Nigerian startups to watch out for in H2 2026, according to VCs

VCs from top Nigerian investment firms told Condia Nigerian startups to watch in H2 2026, excluding their portfolio companies.