Moonshot ’23: Experts weigh in on Nigeria’s digital economy

On the first day of the TechCabal Moonshot Conference, experts, including Nigeria's minister of digital economy shared insights on the growth of the Nigerian tech ecosystem.

“Netflix and chill” is no longer free for Kenyans

In September 2021, global streaming platform, Netflix launched a free mobile plan offering for Android users in Kenya.

Tulsa-based WriteSea acquires CoverAI, a Nigerian AI startup

Tulsa-based WriteSea has acquired CoverAI, a three-month-old Nigerian startup, in an undisclosed deal.

BD Insider 199: Telkom Kenya gets new ownership

August saw the formation of a Kenyan parliamentary committee tasked with investigating the operations and activities of Sam Altman's crypto initiative, Worldcoin, within the nation.

Google AI Accelerator backs Famasi and 10 other African startups

Google has selected 11 African startups for the first cohort of its “Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First” programme.

Trading made clear: OctaFX becomes Octa, launches global campaign

OctaFX announces a name change and launches a global campaign with the motto ‘Trading made clear’.

Google AI Accelerator backs Famasi and 10 other African startups

Google has selected 11 African startups for the first cohort of its “Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First” programme.

BD Insider 198: VFD goes public on Nigerian Exchange

VFD has received approval to list its shares on the Nigerian Exchange Limited. We also cover the launch of Paystack's virtual terminal.

Exclusive: Troubled Ghanaian fintech, Dash set to lay off 50% of its staff

Seven months after Dash CEO was suspended to enable a financial audit, the Ghanaian fintech plans to downsize its workforce by 50% due to its inability to raise additional funding.

Stears transitions to B2B, launches intelligence solutions for businesses

Pan-African data and intelligence company, Stears today announced its transition from B2C to B2B. The company has also launched intelligence solutions for businesses and professionals.

South African fintech, Stitch secures $25 million Series A extension

Stitch has secured a $25 million Series A extension in a round led by Ribbit Capital. The funds will be used to further develop its all-encompassing payment solutions.

BD Insider 197: Nigerian Police ask residents to be wary of dating sites

Important warning: Nigerian Police urges caution on dating sites. Also, insights on Kenya's PAPSS membership and MTN's remittance play in South Africa.