The 2025 AfricaTech Awards, hosted at VivaTech in Paris, celebrates African innovation with 45 startup finalists across GreenTech, HealthTech, and E-commerce & FinTech. This 4th edition sees Nigeria, Kenya, and Tunisia leading in participation, with half of the finalists being women-led startups. Winners will be announced on June 12, 2025.
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Fintechs need to overcome regulatory barriers that limit access to financial services for underserved communities
Nikki Kettles, Licences and Payments Regulation Executive at Mukuru, discusses how regulatory barriers often limit fintech innovation and hinder access to financial services for these communities. She highlights the importance of collaboration between fintechs and regulators in overcoming barriers to innovation and expanding access to financial services for underserved communities. Mukuru’s success in holding 49 licenses across 15 countries underscores its deep commitment to working closely with regulators while expanding financial access.
Five Tech Megatrends that can Transform African economies in 2021 and beyond
Richard Li of STEEL Advisory Partners explores five tech megatrends poised to transform African economies in 2021 and beyond. Clean technology (CleanTech) drives renewable energy, sustainability, and green jobs. Educational technology (EdTech) expands access to learning and vocational skills. Healthcare technology (HealthTech) and medical technology (MedTech) strengthen public health and telemedicine. Digital commerce boosts intra-African trade, FinTech adoption, and e-commerce growth. Agricultural technology (AgriTech) addresses food security and urban farming while enabling data-driven productivity. By harnessing these technologies, African nations can accelerate digital transformation, create jobs, and build resilient, future-ready economies.