The Airtel Africa Foundation has reported a strong first full year of impact, investing $6.2 million across key development areas including education, financial inclusion, digital inclusion, and environmental sustainability. The report highlights the Foundation’s expanding role in supporting Africa’s digital and socio-economic transformation agenda. Education emerged as the largest focus area of investment, with significant…
GHIB- Ghana International Bank has announced the appointment of Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer, pending regulatory approval in the United Kingdom. The appointment marks a significant leadership transition for the Bank as it continues to strengthen its position within international financial markets and deepen its contribution to Africa’s economic development. Ian Greenstreet…
Beltone Asset Management has partnered with Telda to expand access to investment opportunities for a broader segment of Egyptians through a fully digital and user-friendly experience. The collaboration brings together Beltone’s expertise in asset management and Telda’s rapidly growing fintech platform, creating a seamless pathway for users to access professionally managed investment products directly from…
Gabon has unveiled an ambitious push to accelerate its national digital transformation agenda, backed by a 2026 budget allocation of XAF 82 billion (approximately $133 million). The investment underscores the government’s strategy to place digital technology at the center of economic diversification, sovereignty, and long-term competitiveness. The initiative forms part of Gabon’s broader 2025–2030 digital…
Huawei Cloud has reinforced its commitment to advancing Egypt’s fintech ecosystem through its presence at the Huawei Cloud FinTech Summit 2026 in Cairo. The event, themed around empowering fintech innovation through cloud computing, AI, data, and secure digital infrastructure, convened key stakeholders across financial services, technology, and innovation to explore the future of digital transformation…
Paratus Group through its subsidiary Paratus Namibia has reached a major milestone with the launch of Namibia’s first private LTE and 5G mobile network. The achievement marks a significant step in the country’s telecommunications evolution and reinforces the group’s long-term commitment to building resilient, future-ready digital infrastructure across Africa. The rollout involved a major infrastructure…
Uganda Airlines is preparing for a major phase of growth with plans to acquire 10 new aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, a move that could significantly expand the national carrier’s passenger and cargo operations. To support the acquisition, the Ministry of Works and Transport has requested a supplementary budget allocation, marking one of the most…
Absa Bank Kenya has announced an expanded strategic collaboration with Airtel Money Africa aimed at strengthening digital payment capabilities and improving financial access for customers and merchants across its ecosystem. The partnership is designed to enhance transaction flexibility and support the continued growth of cashless financial services. Through this integration, customers are now able to…
