MANSA Partners With Bitmama to Improve Cross-Border Payments in Africa

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MANSA

MANSA, a decentralized finance platform focused on cross-border payments, has partnered with blockchain payment platform Bitmama. In essence, the collaboration aims to improve access to cross-border payment services across Africa. According to the official press release, establishing cross-border payment services in Africa presents significant challenges, primarily due to the need for pre-funded accounts in multiple

Wasoko & MaxAB Complete Landmark Merger

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Wasoko

Africa’s Largest Tech Merger Fuels Groundbreaking Expansion From E-Commerce to B2B Digital Services Platform African B2B e-commerce pioneers Wasoko and MaxAB have completed the continent’s largest-ever tech merger following the signing of preliminary terms in Q4 2023. Conducted as an all-stock transaction, the deal establishes a truly Pan-African platform for communities to access essential digital

Mastercard Advocates Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth at Tanzania Industry Forum

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Mastercard

Mastercard hosted its inaugural Tanzania Industry Forum in Dar es Salaam, bringing together key stakeholders and thought leaders in the fintech industry to explore the dynamic financial and technology landscape and foster impactful collaborations in Tanzania. The event underscored Mastercard’s commitment to advancing economic growth through innovative digital payment solutions and strategic collaborations in the

Equity Bank (Kenya) Limited Announces New Appointment

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Equity Bank

Equity Bank (Kenya) Limited, a subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, is one of the leading banks in Kenya. Equity Group Holdings Plc. is a Pan-African financial services holding company listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and cross-listed on Uganda Securities Exchange and Rwanda Stock Exchange. The Group has other banking subsidiaries in DRC, Rwanda,

Sabipay Technologies Gets Payments Licence in Zambia

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Sabipay Technologies

Sabipay Technologies, a subsidiary of fintech Pesapal Limited, has been granted a payments system business licence by the Bank of Zambia. The fintech announced the development yesterday, stating that it signals a significant extension of Pesapal’s presence in the Zambian payments landscape. The payments system business license, according to Pesapal, is a crucial approval that

Africa Fintech Summit Opens Nominations for Excellence in Fintech Awards – African Media Agency

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Africa Fintech Summit

The Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) has officially opened nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Fintech Awards, set to be held during the 12th edition of the summit in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 4-6, 2024. Since its inception in 2018, AFTS has established itself as Africa’s leading fintech event, where innovative ideas are exchanged, partnerships are

African Development Bank Reaffirms Support for Liberia Under New Government

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African Development Bank

African Development Bank Executive Director Rufus N. Darkortey has concluded a five-day working visit to Liberia, where he engaged in high-level discussions with key stakeholders, including President Joseph Nyuma Boakai. Representing Liberia, The Gambia, Ghana, Sudan, and Sierra Leone at the Bank, Darkortey also met with Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, Speaker of Parliament Jonathan

The Association of Fintechs in Kenya Partners With Africa Fintech Summit 2024

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The Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK) is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with the Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) 2024. This partnership aims to advance fintech innovation, foster growth, and create new opportunities for key players across Africa’s financial technology landscape. AFTS 2024, a premier event bringing together issues, entrepreneurs, and opportunities revolutionising finance

PalmPay Named Among Top 250 Fintech Companies in the World by CNBC and Statista

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PalmPay, a leading Africa-focused fintech platform, has been included in the 2024 edition of CNBC and Statista’s prestigious list of the “Top 250 Fintech Companies in the World.” This recognition underscores PalmPay’s rapid growth and significant contributions to advancing financial inclusion. The CNBC/Statista list honours fintech pioneers significantly transforming the financial services industry through technology.

Ericsson and MTN Uganda Boost Financial Literacy for Women Entrepreneurs

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Ericsson and MTN provided free financial training to small- and medium-scale women entrepreneurs in Kampala, Uganda. The collaboration aimed to drive financial and gender inclusion and empower African women to reach their full potential. To celebrate International Women’s Day, the two companies launched a three-week training program for local female traders at one of the