Fintech
This Africa fintech news blog delivers timely and insightful updates on the latest developments in the financial technology industry from Africa and across borders. Covering everything from new product releases to the latest funding rounds, the blog serves as a valuable resource for individuals and businesses looking to stay ahead of the curve.
With a team of experienced writers and industry experts, the Africa Fintech news blog provides in-depth analysis and expert commentary on key trends and events, helping readers to make informed decisions and stay informed on the latest news and insights in the constantly evolving fintech landscape.
Whether you’re a fintech entrepreneur, investor, or simply interested in the future of finance, this blog is the ultimate source for breaking news and insights on the latest financial technology trends and developments.
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PayPal Officially Launches in Nigeria Through Paga
PayPal has officially gone live in Nigeria through a strategic partnership with local fintech firm Paga, after nearly 20 years…
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Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority Considers Investor Protection Framework for Crypto Users
Kenya’s capital markets regulator is weighing how to extend investor protection to the country’s rapidly expanding virtual asset market, acknowledging…
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Paystack Unveils The Stack Group as It Eyes Stablecoins and Africa’s Next Phase of Fintech Innovation
Paystack, the Nigerian-founded fintech acquired by Stripe in 2020, has announced a major corporate restructuring as it marks its tenth…
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Ghana Legalizes Cryptocurrency with Landmark Virtual Asset Service Providers Law
Ghana has taken a major step toward formalizing its digital asset economy after Parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers…
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Visa Unveils New Global Stablecoins Advisory Practice
Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, today announced the launch of its Stablecoins Advisory Practice. The new value-added…
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Mastercard and AXIAN Digibank Partner to Boost Africa’s Digital Finance Ecosystem
Mastercard and AXIAN Digibank & Fintech have announced a new partnership aimed at transforming the way Africans access and manage…
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Vodacom to Acquire Majority Stake in Safaricom in Landmark Deal
Vodafone Group’s African subsidiary, Vodacom Group Ltd (“Vodacom”), has announced a major move to acquire an effective 20% stake in…
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PLAYGEMS Launches Next-Generation AI Betting Platform, Setting a New Standard for Africa’s iGaming Industry (GLI-33 Certification)
PLAYGEMS, the rising technology leader in Africa’s iGaming and fintech ecosystem, announced today the launch and expansion of its next-generation…
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Nigeria Faces Rising POS Fraud and Unlicensed Crypto Services, Lawmakers Warn
In 2024 alone, Nigeria’s Point-of-Sale (POS) and digital-payment channels reportedly lost over ₦52 billion to fraud, a sharp rise from…
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Safaricom Reports Strong Half-Year Results with 52.1% Growth in Group Net Income
Safaricom unveiled its 2025/2026 Half-Year Results at the Michael Joseph Center, posting a 52.1% rise in net income to KES…
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