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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Finance App Usage and Revenue Surge in Sub-Saharan Africa – AppsFlyer & Google Report
The new AppsFlyer & Google report highlights a significant surge in finance app usage and revenue across Sub-Saharan Africa. It explores how mobile financial services are transforming the region, fueled by digital adoption, mobile banking, and increasing access to fintech solutions. The report provides key insights into market growth, regional trends, and the potential of mobile financial applications to enhance financial inclusion.
Village Capital Invests USD 150K in Rhea and Regxta, Women-Led Startups Transforming Agriculture and Financial Inclusion in Africa
Village Capital has invested USD 150K in Rhea and Regxta, two women-led startups revolutionizing agriculture and financial inclusion in Africa. Learn how these innovative companies are transforming key sectors across the continent.
Juicyway Unveils $3M Pre-Seed Funding to Transform Cross-Border Payments for Africans
P1 Ventures supports startup launching efficient currency exchange platform using stablecoin technology, enabling individuals and businesses to fully engage in the global economy.
The Majority of People In The World’s Biggest Economies Fear They Have Just 5 Years Before Advancing Technology Makes Their Job Skills Obsolete – Global Labor Market Conference Research
The majority of workers in the world’s largest economies fear that advancing technology will make their job skills obsolete within five years, according to research from the Global Labor Market Conference. Learn more about the shifting landscape of work and the future of employment.
TLP Advisory Celebrates 10 Years with New Report on Nigeria’s Startup Ecosystem
The report identifies talent shortages, funding challenges, and regulatory barriers as key obstacles, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships and policy advocacy.
Nigeria’s Falcon Aero Eyes Global Business Aviation Market, Showcases at Investing in Africa Conference
Nigerian Business Aviation firm, Falcon Aerospace, is poised for a rapid expansion into the global market. One of the latest indications of this is the young company’s participation in the upcoming Investing in Africa Conference (AFSIC), taking place in London from 7th to 9th October, 2024.
Transcorp Hilton Abuja: A Haven of Luxury and Business Excellence in Abuja’s Commercial District
Situated amidst picturesque landscaped gardens in the heart of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, Transcorp Hilton Abuja is a sanctuary of elegance and sophistication. Renowned for its impeccable service and luxurious amenities, the hotel is strategically located in Abuja’s vibrant commercial district, offering convenient access to major attractions such as the Abuja National Mosque and Millennium Park, both less than three kilometers away. The city center is a mere 20-minute drive, making the hotel an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.
Nigeria’s economic expansion fuels the launch of the inaugural West Africa Coatings Show 2025
Nigeria is one of the largest, most influential players in the West Africa coatings market
Why investment in African healthtech is set for a major decline in 2024
Yomi Kazeem, Engagement Manager at Salient Advisory, and his colleagues explore the alarming trend of declining investments in African healthtech.