African e-commerce is growing, but scaling across borders remains difficult. Payments, logistics, customs, data and trust are still major barriers for SMEs seeking regional growth.
From Remittances to Financial Connectivity: Africa’s Next Cross-Border Opportunity
Africa’s remittance networks could become the foundation for a much broader financial ecosystem connecting diaspora communities, businesses, payments, trade and investment across Africa, Europe and North America.
10 Best eSIM Platforms for Nigerians Traveling Abroad in 2026
Compare 10 of the best eSIM platforms for Nigerians traveling abroad in 2026, from Naira payment options to global coverage, data plans and key travel features.
Africa’s AI Capacity Push Needs Workflow Proof, Not Training Counts
Africa’s AI push should not be judged by how many people complete training. The real test is whether AI improves actual workflows, creates measurable value and keeps humans accountable for the result.
JSE Selects Trianz Concierto for Cloud Modernisation in South Africa
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange is using Trianz Concierto to support cloud migration and modernisation as the company expands in South Africa.
Southern African Fraud Prevention Service Prevents R7.44 Billion in Potential Fraud Losses
The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service saved its Members more than R7.44 billion in potential fraud losses in 2025, as rising vishing, identity theft, document forgery and money mule networks highlight the growing threat of organised financial fraud across Southern Africa.
What happens when financial inclusion outpaces financial literacy?
Kenya has made remarkable progress in financial inclusion, but access to financial services is not the same as financial understanding. Christine Wachira examines why financial literacy, consumer protection and practical money skills must keep pace with the country’s rapidly digitising financial system, particularly for young people.
WordPress Security Alert: Forminator Vulnerability Potentially Affects 600,000+ Sites
A newly disclosed Forminator Forms vulnerability could allow unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files and potentially execute malicious PHP code. With more than 600,000 active installations, WordPress administrators should review affected configurations and update the plugin to a patched version.
South Africa’s Young Women Face 10-Point Employment Gap as New Harambee Report Highlights Barriers to Inclusive Growth
A new Harambee report highlights South Africa’s 10-point youth employment gender gap and identifies barriers and opportunities for women in the labour market.
Prepay Services Appoints Peter Cox as Group Non-Executive Chairman Ahead of South Africa Launch
Prepay Services has appointed payments veteran Peter Cox as Group Non-Executive Chairman as the fintech prepares for its commercial launch in South Africa and wider expansion across Africa.