Africa
Africa: Mastercard and Amazon Join Forces to Accelerate Digital Payment Adoption Across Middle East and Africa
Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology, has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Amazon Payment Services to drive the adoption of digital ...
Kenya
Kenya to Host 2026 Global Data Festival, President Ruto Announces
Kenya has been selected to host the 2026 Global Data Festival, a landmark event aimed at driving global advancements in data, technology, and ...
Ghana
Ghana: Bank of Ghana Introduces Gold Coins as New Investment Opportunity for Ghanaians
In a strategic move to diversify investment options for Ghanaians, the Bank of Ghana has launched the “Ghana Gold Coin,” providing an alternative ...
News
Nigeria: Blockchain Firm Backs Plateau State’s Digital Transformation Efforts
The Algorand Foundation, a leading blockchain firm, has pledged its support to Plateau State’s digitalization agenda under Governor Caleb Mutfwang. The partnership is ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Banks Blame CBN for Cash Shortages, Risking Sanctions as Cash Scarcity Worsens
Nigerian commercial banks are currently in a standoff with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over the ongoing cash scarcity, as each party ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: SEC Pledges Action Against Illegal Fund Managers
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a stern warning to entities involved in illegal fund management, urging them to cease such ...
Africa
Global: India to Assist African Nations in Developing Digital Payment Systems Based on UPI Model
India’s rapid growth in digital payments, propelled by the success of its Unified Payments Interface (UPI), is now serving as a model for ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Bank-Fintech Collaboration Crucial for Nigeria’s $1 Trillion GDP Goal by 2026, Say NDIC and Stakeholders
Collaboration between banks and fintech companies is essential for Nigeria to achieve its ambitious goal of a $1 trillion Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ...
News
Nigeria: Interbank Rates Show Mixed Trends Amid Liquidity Strain in Financial Market
Interbank rates in Nigeria displayed mixed movements as the financial system faced significant liquidity pressure, following monetary policy actions by the Central Bank ...
News
Nigeria: CBN Partners with Microfinance Banks to Boost Financial Inclusion and MSME Growth
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a strategic partnership with Microfinance Banks (MFBs) to enhance financial inclusion and support the growth ...