Innovation
Niger State Eliminates Right-of-Way Fees, Introduces ₦500,000 Permit to Accelerate Digital Connectivity
In a bold move to fast-track digital inclusion and foster private-sector investment in broadband infrastructure, Niger State has officially waived Right-of-Way (RoW) fees ...
Africa
East Africans Lured into Crypto After Trump Win Now Face Major Losses Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
A post-election crypto frenzy fueled by optimism over U.S. President Donald Trump’s return to office has left many East African investors grappling with ...
Fintech
Nigeria: Access Holdings Leads Tech Investment as Fraud Losses Plunge 73% in 2024
Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank, has set a new benchmark in Nigeria’s financial services sector with a record-breaking ₦193.5 ...
Global
Global: IMF Flags Economic Uncertainty in Nigeria Despite Reform Momentum
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed concern over Nigeria’s economic outlook, highlighting significant macroeconomic uncertainty despite recent progress through fiscal and monetary ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Deepens Reform Agenda to Restore Confidence and Stability – Cardoso
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Yemi Cardoso, has reaffirmed the apex bank’s commitment to bold and transparent monetary reforms ...
Fintech
Nigeria: Ecobank Reaffirms Commitment to SME Empowerment at ‘Oja Oge’ Marketplace
Ecobank Nigeria has once again reinforced its strategic commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across key sectors of the Nigerian economy. ...
Africa
Google Launches 2025 AI Accelerator to Empower African Startups Driving Impactful Innovation
Google has officially opened applications for the 2025 edition of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at empowering ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Strengthens Regulatory Oversight on BDCs with New AML Compliance Checks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a stern directive to Bureau De Change (BDC) operators nationwide, emphasizing strict adherence to anti-money ...
Egypt
DPI Acquires Egypt’s include Fintech Fund to Bolster Africa-Focused Investment Strategy
Development Partners International (DPI), a UK-based venture capital firm, has officially acquired Nclude, Egypt’s leading fintech-focused fund established by Global Ventures. This strategic ...
Nigeria
Nigeria’s SEC Cracks Down on Influencer Promotions of Unlicensed Digital Asset Platforms and Meme Coins
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a strong warning to celebrities and social media influencers, urging them to desist from promoting ...