Tag: African venture capital

Why Investors Are Looking at African Fintech Again

African fintech is regaining investor attention as the sector matures beyond venture-led growth into sustainable, revenue-generating businesses capable of attracting institutional capital. Recent IPOs by South Africa’s Optasia and Morocco’s Cash Plus, alongside expectations around Airtel Africa’s mobile money business and OPay, signal renewed confidence in African fintech’s long-term potential. With fintech revenues projected to reach $65 billion by 2030, the continent continues to benefit from rising smartphone penetration, mobile money adoption, and a young, urbanising population. Increased merger and acquisition activity, stronger local partnerships, and improved funding momentum in 2026 suggest African fintech is entering a new phase focused on scalability, profitability, and liquidity opportunities for investors.

Industry Leaders and Investors Convene at Africa Tech Summit London to Unlock Global Capital for African Tech Ventures

The 9th Africa Tech Summit London, scheduled for June 6, 2025, at the London Stock Exchange, brings together over 350 investors, founders, and industry leaders to unlock global capital for African tech ventures. With the support of key partners such as AWS, Bank of America, and Flutterwave, the summit will explore the future of African startups, offering insights on funding, investment opportunities, and emerging technologies such as Generative AI, Web3, and Digital Identity. High-level speakers will discuss strategies to scale African ventures globally and adapt to economic shifts. The event aims to foster bold conversations, collaborations, and new opportunities for African tech ecosystems to thrive amidst changing economic landscapes.