Understanding user onboarding and fraud in Africa

A deep dive into the state of KYC: user onboarding and fraud in Africa. Mark Straub, CEO of Smile ID and Wiza Jalakasi, Director of Ebanx Africa Market Development share insights.

African startups raised $123.4 million in July 2023

African startups witnessed a sharp 46.5% decrease in funds raised this July compared to July 2022. Cleantech remained dominant, securing 32.8% of the continent's total funds.

How African startups can leverage mergers and acquisitions

In the world of African startups, growth is essential for survival. Achieving growth is paramount for founders, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) emerge as a crucial strategy to accelerate that progress or even survive. Despite its potential benefits, M&A is a complex process.

Will Africa produce the next DoorDash for Y Combinator?

Around this time in 2013, DoorDash, a San Francisco-based food delivery startup got into the Y Combinator summer batch. Five years down the line, DoorDash raised $535 million Series D at a $1.4 billion valuation, becoming a unicorn.

WAJIC23: Experts advocate for ethical use of artificial intelligence in African newsrooms

Instead of shunning the adoption of AI, journalists and media professionals have been charged by digital experts to leverage the technology for efficiency in the newsroom.

10 places African startups can incorporate for favorable policies and funding opportunities

African tech startups can leverage global hubs like California, Delaware, Singapore, and more to access favorable policies, funding, and diverse markets.

How startups can leverage AI to transform education in Africa

Despite facing systemic challenges, African startups are capable of providing personalised learning, remote education, and teacher support powered by AI.

6 African countries imposed internet restrictions in the first half of 2023

Today, billions of people are subjected to internet restrictions, which continue to increase at an alarming rate.

Nigeria trails South Africa and Kenya in Africa’s B2B payment revolution — Report

Kenya leads the way in payment automation, with 83.4% of Kenyans stating that their payment system was either semi-automated or fully automated, compared to Nigeria (79.9%), South Africa (71.69%) and Ghana (67.23%).

6 metrics African startups must track to attract investors in 2023

Metrics empower investors to identify African startups with growth potential. Understanding them is vital for securing venture capital funding in 2023

How does remote work affect African tech workers?

In 2023, a staggering 98% of remote workers express a preference for lifelong remote work, citing flexibility as a primary advantage. However, this work arrangement presents challenges, notably isolation and work-life balance issues..

How 5G smartphones are changing the game in Africa

Despite Africa's slow progress in building the 5G network infrastructure, interest in joining the next stage of the internet revolution is still high.