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Africa’s fastest-growing companies in 2025 aren’t all startups and SaaS. Non-tech businesses. like hospitals, hotels, radio stations, and manufacturers, also made the list.
Stripe launches stablecoin support in 100+ countries, but skips Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, and Egypt due to unclear crypto regulations.
Trump’s new tariffs could shake investor confidence, slow exports, and create uncertainty for African tech startups.
The AI race isn’t just about smarter models; it's also about who controls the hardware and infrastructure. Here’s how big players are securing their dominance.
Nigerian artists made a record-breaking ₦58 billion ($37.7 million) from Spotify in 2024, more than double last year’s earnings.
In this letter, we explore: Flutterwave secures approval for inward remittance service in Ghana, Elon Musk blames Ukraine for cyberattack on X, South Africa is thinking about e-voting.
Despite new fintech innovations and regulatory backing, contactless payments in Africa still face hurdles like poor infrastructure, security concerns, and a strong cash culture. Can they truly take off this time?
DeepSeek is challenging the AI status quo, showing that building competitive models might not require billions or the latest chips. If a Chinese startup can disrupt the industry, could Africa be next?
Trump steps in to save TikTok, promising a reprieve for the app’s US users. What’s next for the platform’s uncertain future?
In this letter, we explore: GTCO completes first phase of mandatory capital raise, Meta changes content moderation policies, Safaricom accused of involvement in Kenyan abductions.
In this letter, we explore: Bamboo secures US broker-dealer license, Tyme Group becomes Africa’s latest unicorn, Cassava Technologies secures $90 Million investment
Will CBN’s ₦150M fine on banks actually tackle Nigeria’s cash crisis, or is it just a temporary fix?
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