South Africans ditch cash and cards for digital payments
A new “State of Consumer Payment” report by Stitch in partnership with a global research firm, Censuswide, shows that South Africans ditch cash and cards for digital payments. The 2025 report, based on a survey of 2,000 South Africans, found that while cash and cards remain part of daily life, digital wallets
Top 20 Programs for African Women in Tech
Programs for African women in tech represent powerful initiatives designed to close the gender gap in technology. These programs, including coding bootcamps, mentorship platforms, accelerator schemes, and advocacy campaigns, are catalyzing change, empowering women to thrive in STEM fields, spearhead tech startups, and reshape the continent’s digital future. In this
Starlink resumes direct shipments to Lagos, opens new office
Starlink resumes direct shipments to Lagos and other Nigerian cities, ending a seven-month suspension that began in November 2024. The company also announced the opening of a new walk-in office in Victoria Island, Lagos. The move marks a renewed push to expand its presence in its largest market by subscriber base in
44 African Women in Tech Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
“African Women in Tech” is not just a slogan; it’s a growing movement that reflects the rising wave of women who are innovating, leading, and breaking barriers in the technology sector. Despite structural barriers and cultural limitations, African women are creating startups, leading teams, building platforms, and transforming their communities.
Lumi Business launches offline mode to help merchants sell without internet access
A leading provider of payment, inventory, expense, and accounting management software for African SMEs Lumi Business, launches offline mode to help merchants sell without internet access. Once connection is restored, all sales data, inventory updates and reports sync automatically to your online database, with no data loss or duplication. In
Flutterwave cuts 50% of staff in Kenya and South Africa
Flutterwave cuts 50% of its staff in Kenya and South Africa to reduce costs and move closer to profitability ahead of a potential public listing. The move, which comes less than a year after the company laid off 3% of its workforce, affects multiple departments, with the most impact seen in
From ₦30,000 Loan to Factory to Exports: Business Story of Adanne Uche
Adanne Uche, founder/CEO of Ady’s Agro Processing Limited, started her entrepreneurial journey not with a grand plan, but through restlessness, experimentation, and a strong desire to stay active while raising her children. A graduate of Foreign Languages and Literature from the University of Port Harcourt, she ventured into business after
Wave raises $137 million in debt to expand mobile money services across Africa
One of Africa’s most valuable startups, Wave, raises $137 million in debt to drive expansion across existing and new markets. The funding will help scale its mobile money operations and broaden financial access for underserved communities across the continent, the company said in a statement. Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) led
Intron launches new AI models as it expands beyond the health sector
Nigerian AI company that provides speech-to-text transcription tools for healthcare workers, Intron, launches new AI models as it expands its services beyond the health sector. The launch comes as African startups develop multiple high-demand tools across various sectors to create additional revenue streams amid tighter funding and rising investor expectations. Similar
17 New Trends in Food Processing in Africa This Year
The food processing sector in Africa is experiencing a rapid transformation driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and policy initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and economic growth. As the continent urbanizes and its middle class expands, there is a growing demand for convenient, nutritious, and sustainably produced foods.
