Flutterwave, one of Africa’s most influential fintech companies, has reached a new milestone after announcing a Series E funding round that values the company at $3.2 billion. The investment marks another major vote of confidence in Africa’s digital economy and…
African fintech NALA has secured up to $50 million in non-dilutive financing, marking another major milestone for one of the continent’s fastest-growing payments companies as it accelerates its international expansion and deepens its investment in stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure. The company,…
OPay commanded attention at the inaugural BusinessDay Fintech Summit 2026 in Lagos, reinforcing its growing influence in Africa’s rapidly evolving financial technology industry. The Nigerian fintech powerhouse appeared as the headline sponsor of the high-profile gathering held at Oriental Hotel…
Cybersecurity pioneer CyberArk has grown from a small startup with a bold vision into a global technology leader, and its founder Udi Mokady believes independence and innovation remain the backbone of sustainable success in today’s fast-evolving digital economy. In the…
In a startup ecosystem where founders often rush toward venture capital, Raphael Prince Obodugo chose a different path. He built quietly, scaled deliberately, and proved that a fintech company could grow without external funding. “We never raised. Not a single…
Nigerian fintech giant Moniepoint Inc. has acquired restaurant technology startup Orda Africa, marking a strategic move to capture a share of Africa’s rapidly expanding $50 billion food service industry. The deal positions Moniepoint at the center of a growing convergence…
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, continues to strengthen its global compliance infrastructure as part of an ongoing effort to create a safer and more transparent digital asset ecosystem. The platform has expanded its regulatory framework significantly, investing in new…
Libya’s financial sector is entering a new digital era as Network International signs a strategic processing agreement with Al Seraj Islamic Bank (SIB). The landmark partnership aims to modernize digital payments in Libya, expand banking access, and strengthen financial inclusion…
Kenya has moved a step closer to seamless African trade integration after Pesalink partnered with Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to unlock instant cross-border payments in local currencies. The strategic integration enables 24/7 bank-to-bank transfers across African borders directly…
As technology reshapes Africa’s economic future, a new wave of entrepreneurs is building solutions grounded in local realities. Among them is Joshen Indarjee, Director of AfriBiz Connect, who continues to use digital innovation to support township businesses and strengthen community…