AfricInvest exits $6B AFG Holding after doubling banking assets
Pan-African investment firm, AfricInvest, exits $6B AFG Holding, Ivorian banking group, after doubling banking assets, ending a successful partnership that began in 2022. This move comes after a three-year partnership that fueled major growth at the regional financial group. Over those three years, AFG Holding’s consolidated balance sheet jumped from $3
Moniepoint debuts on TIME100 most influential companies list
Nigerian fintech unicorn, Moniepoint, debuts on TIME100 most influential companies list for 2025, a significant milestone. This recognition underscores the company’s profound impact in advancing financial inclusion and empowering small businesses across Africa, marking a historic moment for the Nigerian fintech scene. The inclusion on the TIME100 list, now in
15 Best CapCut Alternatives for Content Creators in Africa
There are CapCut alternatives for mobile and desktop that do more – some offer watermark-free exports, and others incorporate smart AI tools and professional timelines or let you switch between devices with ease. In this article, we’ll share the 15 best CapCut alternatives for African content creators, which can help
Google For Start-ups Accelerator Africa Selects 15 AI Innovators
Google for Start-ups Accelerator Africa has announced the selection of 15 AI innovators for its latest program, marking a big step forward for technology on the continent. These startups, chosen from nearly 1,500 applicants across Africa, are using artificial intelligence (AI) to solve some of Africa’s most urgent problems in
Nigeria leads Africa’s blockchain sector with 33% share of funding
Africa is rewriting the global blockchain narrative, with a 15% year-on-year increase in deal activity, outstripping the world’s 6% growth, according to CV VC’s fourth African Blockchain Report, released today. While global blockchain funding rose 14%, Africa’s share of venture capital (VC) deals climbed to 2.3%, driven by Nigeria’s dominance and innovative applications
MultiChoice slashes decoder price by 50% to ₦10,000
MultiChoice slashes decoder price by 50% to ₦10,000 from ₦20,000 to regain customers amid the recent decline in subscribers. The South African-based company announced that it will offer customers a free upgrade to the new DStv package tier as soon as they have paid their current subscriptions in full from
How Compliance and Paperwork Can Assist You with Funding Readiness
Every entrepreneur knows that securing external financing – whether through venture capital, private equity, bank loans, or grants – can make or break growth plans. Yet far too many businesses underestimate the importance of compliance and supporting documentation until due diligence is underway. Investors and lenders expect a transparent, organized
Top 22 Agritech Startups in Nigeria This Year
Agritech startups in Nigeria are spearheading a change in the agricultural sector, leveraging cutting-edge technology to tackle longstanding challenges and unlock new opportunities. However, the sector has faced numerous challenges, including outdated farming techniques, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to finance. In recent years, agritech companies have emerged to address
10 Best Crypto Portfolio Trackers This Year
Keeping up with your cryptocurrency investments this year requires more than just watching market prices — it demands real-time insights, smart analytics, and seamless portfolio management. With the ever-expanding list of digital assets and exchanges, tracking your holdings manually is not only inefficient but risky. That’s where crypto portfolio trackers
How Olamide Ilori is Building Africa’s Fintech Future Through Front-End Engineering
When you think of a Front-end Engineer, you might picture someone writing code behind a screen. But for Olamide Ilori, it’s much more than that—it’s about building trust, delivering value, and helping businesses grow. With over four years of hands-on experience, Olamide is not only skilled in JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js,
