Data analytics can facilitate economic and financial inclusivity in Africa by tailoring fintech solutions to meet the specific needs of communities, as exemplified by Mukuru.
Category Archives: Fintech
Fintech Africa
Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey-funded Bitcoin Non-profit Acquires Qala to Build Next Generation of Open-Source Bitcoin Developers
Events, Fintech, Zambia News
Over 200 Leading African and Global Organizations Set to Convene at Africa Fintech Summit Lusaka, Zambia, this November
The stage is set for the largest gathering of fintech stakeholders from around Africa and the globe as the Africa Fintech Summit prepares for its 10th edition. The summit, renowned for fostering meaningful conversations, partnerships and other ecosystem-enabling engagements, is scheduled to take place from November 2-3, 2023, at Ciela Resort and Spa in Lusaka, […]
Wesley Fetter, Product Manager at Ecentric Payment Systems explains how cultivating a frictionless payment experience is key for merchant success.
The article delves into the dynamics of Africa’s payment ecosystem, highlighting the unique challenges faced in the continent, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Mark Todes, Director and Co-founder of GhostDraft, who holds a lifelong career in the document automation industry, shares insight on how this is a crucial step in digitally transforming one’s business.
The QR code payment industry has seen a surge in adoption in recent years, with estimates suggesting a global market value of USD$9.98 billion in 2022.
Businesses worldwide are working hard to fight fast-growing e-commerce fraud, which is impacting their bottom line, according to new research from Ravelin.
Events, Fintech, Zambia News
Applications now open for Africa Fintech Summit’s 6th AlphaExpo Micro-Accelerator Cohort
The Africa Fintech Summit, the largest bi-annual fintech event in Africa, announces the application for its 6th AlphaExpo Micro-Accelerator cohort.
Scan to Pay powered by Ukheshe is the largest QR ecosystem in South Africa and as such is tried and tested by millions of merchants and consumers.
The thought leadership penned by the COO of RFL, Hortense Mudenge, on the importance of female-focused investment and how it can drive Africa and its fintech space forward.
Fintech, Kenya News, Startups
AWS announces the 25 startups selected for its first ‘fintech in Africa’ accelerator
Cohort participants from Kenya, Nigeria , South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, Uganda, and Cameroon 25 African fintech startups have been selected for the inaugural Amazon Web Services (AWS) FinTech Africa Accelerator cohort. This cohort was selected from over 500 applications and is part of the EMEA Startup Loft Accelerator (SLA) program run by AWS. The pre-seed […]
Fintech, South Africa News
Hello, Joburg? The 90s called, they want their parking payment machines back
South African cities, such as Johannesburg, are striving to become smart cities by creating an intelligent and safe urban environment. However, the lack of efficient parking management systems has hindered this progress.
Fintech, South Africa News
Bridging the financial inclusion gap in South Africa requires simplicity and affordability
Financial inclusion remains a major challenge in South Africa, where millions of people remain outside the formal banking system and where higher-income groups have more access to a broader range of financial services. Despite recent steps being taken in the right direction, Andrew Springate, CEO of tech and financial gateway service provider PAYM8 says innovative solutions aimed […]
While cash and mobile money remain the dominant payment methods in Africa, they come with significant challenges. Cash is inefficient, insecure, and expensive, while mobile money services often lack the necessary regulatory support to operate independently. However, key emerging trends in the sector are helping to drive meaningful financial inclusion across the continent, notes Mark […]
Africa’s leading neobank’s expansion into Rwanda aims at making digital banking accessible to all remote workers & professionals on the continent while ensuring access to fast and reliable internet connection Payday, the leading Pan-African neobank issuing global (USD, GBP & EUR) accounts to Africans, has announced its re-entry into Rwanda, following the official launch of […]
A trading bot is an automated software that connects to a crypto exchange and trades the coins of your choice in accordance with your pre-set instructions, signals generated by technical analysis tools and market conditions. It is an essential tool to automate your portfolios and save time. Ethereum Blockchain network is a decentralized platform enabling […]
Events, Fintech
7th Edition Connected Banking Summit East Africa – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2023 Concludes with Resounding Success
The Summit brought together the best and brightest minds in the banking, financial services, fintechs and techfin sectors. The event, which took place on 7th March 2023, featured insightful speakers, award-winning companies, and top-notch sponsors. Attendees were treated to a range of informative sessions, covering topics such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, and risk management. The […]
Adrian Pillay, VP of Middle East & Africa at Provenir Fintech in Africa is coming into its own. According to KPMG data, there was a record $1.6 billion in fintech investment across the continent in 2021, across 153 deals, and at two times the value of 2020, which hit US$800M. From East to West and […]
Inaugural Global Money Transfer Index surveys 30,600 consumers in 20 countries across the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific; Index voices consumers’ international money transfer preferences for today and tomorrow as they navigate global headwinds. As global populations navigate macroeconomic headwinds, consumers expect remittances to play an even stronger role in their current and future […]
Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing division for the world’s largest e-commerce retailer, Amazon, continues to strengthen its footprint in Africa with a call-for-applications from early-stage startups to join their inaugural edition of the AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator. This program is hosted by AWS’ globally-recognized Startup Loft Accelerator, but unlike other cohorts, this edition […]
Fintech
Omnisient Wins Most Innovative Financial Inclusion Technology Award for Enabling Credit Access to the Unbanked in Africa
Omnisient, the South African FinTech that uses advanced analytics to enable the rapid discovery and monetization of data for financial inclusion, has won the Most Innovative Financial Inclusion Technology of the Year at the Africa Bank 4.0 Awards 2023. The award ceremony, held in Nairobi, Kenya, recognizes companies and individuals that have made a significant […]