[Bolt and Uber] Kenya’s vibrant ride-hailing scene, a symbol of the nation’s burgeoning digital economy, is facing a potential downpour. Major players Uber and Bolt are...
Rwanda, a nation renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and remarkable resurgence after a devastating conflict, is now setting its sights on a new frontier: the future...
African Startups industries are drawing billions in investment, driven by dynamic startups whose innovation and creativity are revolutionizing industries and creating new opportunities. The youthful population...
Across the vast and diverse landscape of Africa, a revolution is brewing. A surge in entrepreneurial activity is transforming the continent, driven by a potent mix...
Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape is experiencing a remarkable transformation. A new generation of passionate and innovative founders is building groundbreaking startups that are addressing local challenges and...
Davido’s recent launch of a meme coin, $DAVIDO, has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian crypto scene. While leveraging his massive fanbase isn’t inherently wrong, it raises...
In a move that surprised many within the tech world, Techstars, the international accelerator known for fostering innovative startups, announced a leadership change. Maëlle Gavet, who...
Starting a tech startup in Africa presents an exciting opportunity to address specific challenges faced by the continent. Africa is home to a diverse range of...
Nigerian Fintech Moove, a pioneering mobility fintech company, has secured a significant $100 million Series B funding round. This impressive achievement marks a major milestone for...
Jack Dorsey, the visionary entrepreneur behind Twitter and Square (now Block), has long been fascinated by Africa’s potential. Now, his latest venture, TBD, is making 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...