Mastercard and Congolese fintech company Flash have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at expanding access to secure and convenient digital payment solutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The partnership will enable Flash to issue both physical and virtual prepaid cards, extending its services beyond payment aggregation and allowing users to make transactions…
Nigerian fintech startup Nearpays has made history by becoming the first African company to win the grand finale of the AI for Good Innovation Factory, a global competition held as part of the United Nations’ AI for Good Global Summit. The competition attracted more than 500 startups from around the world, each presenting artificial intelligence…
Africa’s digital payments ecosystem is evolving rapidly, driven by increasing smartphone adoption, expanding internet access, growing e-commerce activity, and the demand for faster cross-border transactions. However, despite significant progress in financial technology, cross-border payments across Africa remain expensive, slow, and fragmented due to currency conversion challenges, banking limitations, and varying regulatory environments. To address these…
Nigeria’s technology ecosystem has long been regarded as one of Africa’s most vibrant innovation landscapes. From fintech startups and software development communities to AI research initiatives and digital training centers, the country has positioned itself as a leading hub for technological growth on the continent. However, beneath the success stories and billion-dollar startup headlines lies…
Learn the latest CBN fintech regulations in Nigeria (2026), including licensing types, compliance requirements, AML rules, and how to legally start a fintech business. CBN Fintech Regulations 2026: Licensing & Compliance Guide for Nigerian Startups Nigeria’s fintech industry has grown rapidly over the last decade, becoming one of the largest in Africa. However, with this…