In a landmark deal that is set to reshape the African fintech landscape, Bitmama, a leading blockchain payments startup, has acquired Payday, a Nigeria-based fintech company....
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a tumultuous year, marked by dramatic price crashes, high-profile failures, and growing regulatory scrutiny. This has led many to question whether...
In a stunning development that sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency world, Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, pleaded guilty to a...
Crowdfunding has become an increasingly popular way to raise money for new projects and businesses. In the past, crowdfunding platforms have been limited to traditional fiat...
On October 5, 2023, Zimbabwe officially adopted its gold-backed digital token, ZiG, as a legal tender for domestic transactions. This marked a significant milestone for the...
The cryptocurrency world has been a hotbed of innovation and investment opportunities. However, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows in the crypto realm. Recent events involving...
In a groundbreaking moment for the African crypto ecosystem, Chimezie Chuta has been honored as the first-ever recipient of the prestigious ACGAWARDS Hall of Fame. The...
The Africa Crypto Giants Awards (ACGAWARDS) 2023, the much-anticipated event celebrating outstanding achievements in the African cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, concluded with resounding success. Held virtually...
Bitmama, a leading African cryptocurrency exchange platform, has been awarded multiple awards at the prestigious ACGAWARDS 2023. The ceremony, held on October 28th virtually which gained...
The rapid rise of cryptocurrency has captivated the African continent, offering a new realm of financial possibilities. Yet, beneath the veneer of potential wealth lies a...
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy empowering young entrepreneurs, has officially announced the opening of applications for the...
Africa’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trade volume, VALR, has officially opened applications for a Country Manager – Kenya, marking a...
As the world accelerates deeper into the digital economy, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most important...
The second edition of Crypto on the Beach was a resounding success as Lagos-based crypto practitioners, builders, and enthusiasts gathered...
Crypto on the Beach is back for its highly anticipated second edition, taking place on Saturday, December 14th, 2025 at...
In one of the most shocking developments in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, Paystack—a leading fintech giant—suspended its co-founder and Chief Technology...
Cyberchain, Africa’s leading Web3 and digital economy convener, is proud to announce Tokenized Economy 2025, the continent’s premier industry conference...
Kenya and Tanzania recently inaugurated a 130 km terrestrial fiber‑optic link connecting Dar es Salaam to Mombasa via the Lunga Lunga/Horohoro border crossing. The...
On July 21, 2025, Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) and AfriLabs, Africa’s largest pan‑African network of innovation hubs, formally signed a...
Kenyan fintech innovator Craft Silicon has unveiled Small Talk, a voice-first generative AI assistant designed for financial services. Launched officially...
In July 2025, MTN South Africa’s fintech arm, MTN MoMo, unveiled a landmark initiative: a rent‑to‑own handset program designed to...
Uber Kenya recently introduced a suite of upgraded safety and sustainability tools for its Uber Boda motorcycle taxi service—raising the...
In March 2025, Kenyan logistics SaaS startup Leta raised a US $5 million seed round, led by Speedinvest and joined by...
In July 2025, Treepz—formerly known as Plentywaka—became the first African‑founded corporate mobility startup to officially launch operations in Canada, securing...
In July 2025, Yango Group—a Dubai‑based global technology company—announced the opening of its new regional African headquarters in Abidjan, Côte...