Google expands “AI First” accelerator to Africa

Google has launched its AI First program in Africa to provide startups with access to Google's AI expertise, Cloud Platform resources, and networking opportunities.

NALA enters Nigeria’s cross-border payment market

Tanzanian fintech startup, NALA has launched payments from the UK and EU to Nigeria.

African fintech unicorn, Flutterwave resumes IPO talks

Flutterwave, the leading African fintech startup wants to continue with its initial public offering (IPO) plans that were stalled last year due to a myriad of scandals including insider trading, sexual allegations and regulatory challenges.

Moniepoint set to acquire 100% shares in Kenyan fintech, Kopo Kopo

Africa's pioneer climate tech pre-seed fund and accelerator advances efforts to build a climate-resilient future.

A deep dive into East Africa’s digital burgeoning tech hub

East Africa is quickly becoming a centre of innovation and promise, with Kenya blazing the trail in the region's startup landscape.

Payday lifts restriction on 60% of 2000 affected accounts, CEO says

Rwandan fintech startup, Payday said it has reversed restriction on 60% of the about 2000 accounts that were restricted for violating its terms of use.

Kenyan fintech, Zanifu raises $11.2 million pre-Series A

Zanifu has raised $11.2 million in a pre-Series A round to expand access to credit for small businesses in Kenya.

BD Insider 179: CBN returns BDC to the forex market with a new rule

The Central Bank of Nigeria has reversed its stance on the operations of BDCs. We also shared a roundup of happenings in the African tech ecosystem.

Introducing “The Investor Clinic”, a monthly virtual event for African tech founders

Pitch, get feedback, and secure VC funding; The Investor Clinic is designed to support African startups amid a funding dip post-market reset.

Meet the only African startup in Techstars New Orleans accelerator

The startups would participate in a 13 weeks hybrid programme that will take them from a kick-off retreat in New Orleans to TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco, and Afrotech in Austin.

BD Insider 178: Moniepoint enters Nigerian retail banking market

The fintech company is rolling out a consumer app and debit card that will enable personal banking transactions.

Amazon launches the first non-US-based Skills Centre in South Africa

Amazon has launched the first AWS Skills Centre based outside of the US, in South Africa, to deliver free training for learners in the region.