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5 Most Reliable Virtual Dollar Cards for Nigerians in 2025
Nigeria’s growing reliance on digital payments has made international transactions more essential than ever. However, most local bank cards no longer support foreign payments, making it difficult for individuals and businesses to pay for services like Netflix, Amazon, and Facebook…
Standard Bank Connect Relaunches Device Financing Service
Standard Bank’s Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), Standard Bank Connect, has announced the relaunch of its device offering, bringing customers a range of highly sought-after tech brands and unique financing terms. Customers can now purchase devices from leading brands such…
China’s B2B Trade Platform Partners with Ecobank to Support African SMEs
XTransfer, China’s B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, and Ecobank Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding of Cooperation (MOU) to provide comprehensive cross-border financial services to Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in foreign trade. In recent years, China…
Fintech Collaboration Brings Major Benefits to Consumers & Merchants
Float, Africa’s credit card-linked installment platform, has announced a strategic collaboration with Peach Payments. Established over a decade ago, Peach Payments offers a range of payment methods, including card, bank transfer, BNPL, QR codes, and digital wallets, all backed by…
New South African Payment Group to Advance Payment Digitization in SA
In South Africa, where a substantial section of the population is still unbanked and millions of businesses rely only on cash transactions, the formation of a groundbreaking alliance promises to transform the financial industry. Introducing ASAPP: A Step Towards a…
VISA Makes Key Investment in Moniepoint to Fuel SME Growth in Africa
As Africa’s Fintech landscape evolves rapidly, driven by a dynamic ecosystem and a focus on closing the financial inclusion gap, Visa has been at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging its expertise and resources to support the growth of African…
KCB and Mastercard Unveil Kenya’s First Platinum Multi- Currency Card
KCB Bank Kenya, in partnership with Mastercard, has officially released Kenya’s first multi-currency prepaid card. This unique technology is intended to simplify international transactions, allowing clients to spend easily in several worldwide destinations. This card, designed to address the different…
Safaricom Launches M-PESA Powered Investment Fund
Safaricom announced the official launch of Ziidi MMF in collaboration with two fund managers, Standard Investment Bank and ALA Capital Limited. The Product allows Customers to control, grow and manage their finances and wealth with free deposits and withdrawals via…
Should you Invest in Trump’s new Crypto Coin?
Following the launch of Donald Trump’s meme coin, $TRUMP, the cryptocurrency market has been abuzz with excitement and skepticism. Announced on January 17 via a post on X, the coin saw an explosive debut, quickly reaching a market cap of…
Waza Launches Multi-Currency Account Platform for Emerging Markets
Waza, a B2B payment provider for emerging market businesses, has announced the launch of a new multi-currency account platform, Lync, that combines market-leading foreign exchange (FX) liquidity solutions with cutting-edge banking experience to power a new era of global trade for…
Mastercard Unveils Expansion in West Africa
Mastercard has opened its first office in Accra, Ghana, expanding its operations in West Africa. This strategic milestone demonstrates Mastercard’s commitment to helping the country’s burgeoning digital economy by offering market-specific banking products and services. As Ghana’s economy continues to grow,…
Mukuru Launches Mobile Wallet to Expand Financial Access in Zimbabwe
Mukuru launches a mobile wallet in Zimbabwe called Mukuru Wallet as the first development since it was granted a Deposit-Taking Microfinance Institution (DTMFI) license in Zimbabwe by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Exciting News – Mukuru has been awarded a…
How Fintech is Changing: Insights from Clinton Leask of Pay@
With today’s modern consumer demands, brands know that every touchpoint in the consumer journey is critically important. This is even more evident for the payment lifecycle and journey for consumers. To say we are spoilt for choice as 21st-century shoppers…
How MultiChoice and Moment Are Transforming Africa’s Digital Payments Ecosystem
Africa’s dynamic population growth, projected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, offers immense opportunities for those willing to invest time and effort into understanding its complexities. Despite challenges like currency devaluation, political instability, and service disruptions, the continent remains a…
Network International’s digital payment solution to power new Money Fellows offering in Egypt
Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa, has partnered with Money Fellows, the leading money circles app, to power a new solution that will leverage its best-in-class payment functionality. Under the partnership, Network…
10 Key IT Trends to Watch in 2025 for Africa’s BFSI Sector
As the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector in Africa continues to evolve, staying ahead of emerging IT trends is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. Here are ten key IT trends to watch in 2025, offering opportunities to…
