A surge in Bitcoin mining activities is sweeping across Africa, driven by the utilization of hydroelectric power. Phoenix Group has secured a 52 MW mining site in Ethiopia, […]
Circle and Onafriq Partner to Revolutionize Cross-Border Payments in Africa
Circle has joined forces with Onafriq, Africa’s largest payments gateway, to tackle high costs associated with cross-border transactions across the continent. Utilizing USDC, these companies aim to pilot […]
Circle Partners with Onafriq to Lower Cross-Border Payments Costs in Africa
Circle, a stablecoin issuer, has partnered with Onafriq, the leading payments gateway in Africa, to reduce the high costs associated with cross-border transactions across the continent. The collaboration […]
Yellow Card Secures South African Regulatory License, Expanding Reach in Africa
Cryptocurrency platform Yellow Card has secured a new license from South Africa’s financial regulator, solidifying its presence and commitment to fostering crypto adoption across the continent. Led by […]
Homely: Simplifying Short-Term Rental Management in Africa
From a personal experiment with Airbnb, Hanson Nnadi’s vision took shape as Homely emerged to address the growing pains of short-term rental hosts across Africa. The company’s platform […]
Phoenix Group Expands Mining Capacity in Ethiopia, Reaching 132 MW
Bitcoin mining company Phoenix Group has bolstered its operations in Ethiopia by adding 52 megawatts (MW) of mining capacity. This significant expansion brings the firm’s total capacity in […]
Africa’s Hub for Betting and Gaming
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79% of Kenyans Engage in Online Betting: GeoPoll Survey Reveals
A recent survey by GeoPoll reveals that 79% of Kenyans participate in online betting, positioning the country as a key player in Sub-Saharan Africa’s gambling industry. This high […]
Maasai Launches Platform to Help African Startups Navigate Exits
The African startup ecosystem is facing a critical need for strategic exit planning. While fundraising and growth have dominated the narrative, limited exit pathways force founders into precarious […]
African Fintech Funding Plummets as VCs Embrace AI-Powered Startups
African fintech companies saw funding plummet by 16% to $117 million in Q1 2025, according to data from CB Insights. This marks a sharp decline from the previous […]
Africa Embraces Digital Currency: Driving Intracontinental Trade Growth
Across Africa’s diverse nations, a dynamic digital financial revolution is unfolding, fundamentally reshaping how people transact, save, and invest. Electronic currencies, such as mobile money, cryptocurrencies, and central […]
ZI Electric Launches Africa’s First Electric Coaster Bus, Impala E30
Rwandan e-mobility company IZI Electric has unveiled a purpose-built 30-seat electric coach, the Impala E30. This bus is specifically engineered for African operating conditions and incorporates CATL’s revolutionary […]
Africa’s Internet Usage in 2024: An Overview
Get a comprehensive look at Africa’s internet landscape for 2024 with our insightful analysis. Discover trends shaping user adoption, device usage, and content consumption.
DeFi Technologies Launches Kenya Digital Exchange, Empowering African Capital Markets
DeFi Technologies has unveiled Kenya Digital Exchange (KDX), a regulated platform designed to tokenize real-world assets. KDX marks a strategic partnership between DeFi Technologies and its subsidiary Valour […]
MultiChoice Unveils Weekly DStv/GOtv Subscription Option in Uganda: Could Nigeria Be Next?
MultiChoice, the parent company behind DStv and GOtv, has introduced a weekly subscription option in Uganda, sparking speculation about its potential adoption in Nigeria. Dubbed ‘Ka Weekie’, this […]