News from across Africa covering business, markets, policy and development in North, West, East, Central and Southern Africa.
MultiChoice, Africa’s leading entertainment company, has announced an 18% decrease in DStv subscribers in Nigeria, citing the decline as a result of the country’s persistent economic difficulties. This notable decrease …
The EIB has revealed a strategic partnership with top Kenyan banks to strengthen the nation’s private sector, offering a substantial lift to SMEs. This partnership aims to improve finance accessibility, …
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) plans to revise the Payment Systems Act to improve the regulatory framework and foster innovation in the country’s financial sector. These changes are a …
MultiChoice, Africa’s leading entertainment company, has reported an annual loss for the first time in several years, attributing the downturn to challenging market conditions and increased operational costs. The announcement, …
A major development has occurred in South Africa’s political scene as the country’s main political factions have united to establish a coalition government before a crucial deadline. This historic pact …
The primary opposition party in South African politics has made a significant decision to participate in the governing coalition, signaling progress towards national unity and political stability. This momentous agreement, …
The Honorable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has highlighted the severe housing affordability crisis affecting over 80% of Africa’s population, driven by low incomes, challenging …
The African Development Bank and technology giant Intel have teamed up to provide AI training to 3 million Africans and 30,000 government officials. AI has significantly impacted lifestyles and work …
The Cairo-based fintech company Sahl secured $6 million in Series A and seed funding rounds, with Ayady for Investment and Development leading the investment. The company, founded in 2020 by …
Ecobank, the pan-African financial services Group, has announced the opening of applications for the 7th edition of its Fintech Challenge. This annual competition invites early-stage and mature fintech startups to …
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