Nigerian blockchain and crypto enthusiasts have said recent reports suggesting that local residents are paying a premium of almost 100% on top of the prevailing price of bitcoin “are totally …
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Mawingu raises $9m to expand operations across Kenya & increase access to affordable internet
by Editorby EditorMawingu, a Kenyan-based Internet service provider has successfully closed $9 million Series B investment to support its roll-out infrastructure across Kenya that will increase access to affordable internet connectivity to …
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Egypt’s fintech MNT-Halan secures $400 million at valuation of $1 billion
by Editorby EditorEgyptian fintech and e-commerce ecosystem MNT-Halan has secured up to $400 million in equity and debt financing from local and global investors as it continues to serve underbanked and unbanked …
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Guinea-Bissau looking to sell stakes in Guine Telecom and Guinetel
by Editorby EditorThe government of Guinea-Bissau is reportedly reviving plans to divest stakes in state-owned Guine Telecom and Guinetel. As reported by news agency Lusa, the country’s Ministry of Transport and Communications …
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Mo Dewji cements position as East Africa’s top billionaire
by Editorby EditorTanzanian businessman Mohamed Dewji has climbed two places in the latest Forbes billionaire list and has emerged as the only billionaire in East Africa. In the latest rankings published on …
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African Development Bank’s AFAWA hits $1 billion investment milestone in lending to women entrepreneurs in Africa
by Editorby EditorThe African Development Bank’s Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) initiative has reached a landmark $1 billion in approved funding designated for lending to African women entrepreneurs. This …
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Shelter-Afrique Unveils New Five-Year Strategic Plan
by Editorby EditorPan-African housing development financier – Shelter Afrique has unveiled a five-year strategic plan to restore the Institution’s performance, competitiveness, and value creation for the long term. Shelter Afrique unveiled the …
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Google to ban unlicensed loan apps in Kenya as new rule take effect
by Editorby EditorGoogle has implemented a new policy that requires digital lenders operating in Kenya to provide proof of a license to operate in the country. This policy aims to address the …
In the midst of the ongoing economic crisis and an increased rate of burnout, anxiety and depression in the workplace. Employers have realized the need to protect employees’ mental health …
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SpaceX announces Nigerian operation, first in Africa
by Editorby EditorThe Space Exploration Technologies Corporation, SpaceX, on Monday announced that it has commenced the operation of Starlink services in Nigeria, the first African country to receive such. Starlink is a …