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Moove, the Nigerian-born mobility fintech, is making waves in the global mobility scene. Founded in…
A landmark investment vehicle is launching this July in Mauritius with a clear purpose: to…
In early June 2025, Definely, the UK-based legal tech innovator, secured a $30 million Series B funding…
Look around you.You’ll discover that many people recognize the word “fintech.” They know it exists—but…
In a dramatic turn of events, Elon Musk’s apology to Trump is reshaping both political…
The announcement made on June 12, 2025, revealed that China would eliminate all import duties…
The rise of the digital age has brought several thriving online careers with it. Chief…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a significant financing package of $184.1 million to…
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reiterated its stance against the operations of Crypto…
In the race to bridge Africa’s massive electricity access gap, most solutions have been externally…
Kenya’s digital economy just gained a powerful ally. Glovo, the global delivery and logistics platform,…
As the countdown begins for the largest FIFA World Cup™ in history — set to…
MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, is grappling with a significant blow: the loss of…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT experienced a massive global outage on June 10, 2025, rendering millions of users…
BUSINESS
On May 1, 2025—International Workers’ Day—drivers for Bolt, Uber, and other e-hailing platforms in Lagos will stage a 24-hour strike. Their message is clear: “We will not be ignored.” And for anyone watching the gig economy in Africa, this isn’t just a protest—it’s a reckoning. The planned strike, organised by…
When WhatsApp quietly rolled out its new in-app translation feature to some Android beta users in 2025, most people saw it as a win for casual conversations and travel plans. But there’s another group that should be paying very close attention: small businesses. WhatsApp Business is already a lifeline for…
Starting a business in Nigeria offers immense opportunities, given its dynamic economy and entrepreneurial spirit. However, navigating the local business landscape requires a clear understanding of registration processes, funding avenues, and market entry strategies. This guide addresses frequently asked questions to assist aspiring entrepreneurs in establishing a successful venture in…
When we talk about electric vehicles (EVs), the usual suspects come to mind: Tesla in the U.S., BYD in China, or Volkswagen in Germany. But a quiet EV revolution is brewing in a less-expected corner of the world—Africa. More specifically, Nigeria. Meet NEV Electric, a Nigerian-based EV startup that’s raised…
Startup
In an era marked by dwindling funding and cautious investors, The Africa Report’s latest ranking…
Safe Superintelligence (SSI), the artificial intelligence startup founded by Ilya Sutskever, who is also a…
Thousands of small businesses and agricultural cooperatives across sub-Saharan Africa are facing uncertainty after the…
AfriLabs, a prominent Pan-African network of innovation and technology hubs, has successfully secured a generous…
Paytic, an innovative fintech company dedicated to modernizing payment operations for banks, fintechs, and payment…
Village Capital, a global leader in early-stage impact investing, has officially launched the second edition…
people
On the eve of her husband’s inauguration as the President of the United States, incoming…
Donald Trump is set to take the presidential oath of office once again on Monday,…
Eskom, South Africa’s largest contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, has taken a significant step…
On Tuesday, OpenAI announced that Adebayo Ogunlesi, a senior managing director at BlackRock, is joining…
Maziv, the parent company of Vumatel and Dark Fibre Africa, has announced the appointment of…
Rui Faria, an esteemed member of the executive board and the Chief Commercial Officer at…
Cryptocurrency
US-based fintech startup Hurupay has made a significant advancement by launching the first stablecoin-based virtual…
Swypt, a decentralized finance platform, has successfully integrated cKES, Kenya’s first decentralized stablecoin, on Mento,…
Nigeria has officially launched its first fully compliant stablecoin, cNGN, marking a significant advancement in…
The Central African Republic (CAR) has ventured into the cryptocurrency landscape by launching its own…
In recent years, the rise of cryptocurrency has dramatically altered the global financial landscape. Nations…
On the eve of her husband’s inauguration as the President of the United States, incoming…