M-PESA Ethiopia has partnered with Qetero Booking Systems to integrate the Qetero digital appointment booking mini app into its mobile money platform, allowing customers to schedule appointments with the Document Authentication and Registration Agency directly through M-PESA. Announced on 10 November 2026, the integration aims to simplify access to the agency’s services by allowing customers…
Mastercard and Egypt’s Housing and Development Bank (HDB) have entered a strategic collaboration to strengthen the bank’s debit, credit and commercial card offerings, with a focus on expanding access to secure payment solutions and enhanced customer benefits. The partnership will cover several strategic areas, including premium customer experiences and deeper engagement with targeted customer segments….
Somalia’s Minister of Communications and Technology, H.E. Mohamed Somali, has received the newly appointed UNDP Resident Representative to Somalia, Mr. Christophoros Politis, at the Ministry in Mogadishu. The meeting provided an opportunity for an introductory engagement and discussions on strengthening cooperation between the Ministry and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Key areas of discussion…
The launch of Paystack Index marks another important milestone in Africa’s rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem, introducing a new approach to digital commerce where artificial intelligence and payments work together seamlessly. Developed by Paystack with product support from TSG Labs, the experimental platform extends Paystack’s payment infrastructure into AI-powered experiences, enabling users in Nigeria to complete…
Gebeya Inc. and PROFF-IT unite to streamline African startup creationGebeya and PROFF-IT (VukaOS) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at transforming how African startups are ideated, validated, and built. The collaboration is designed to unify the early-stage startup lifecycle into a more seamless and structured “Plan-to-Build” workflow. At the core of the integration is…
Renew Capital has announced the launch of the Renew Venture Lab: The EmFi Series, a new initiative designed to identify and support African tech founders building the next generation of embedded finance and digital financial solutions across the continent. The program was officially unveiled during GITEX Africa, marking a significant step in advancing Africa’s fintech…
Madica, an early-stage investment program, has invested a total of $600,000 across three African startups—Kilimo Fresh Foods Africa Inc., Hakimu, and Biovana—as part of its mission to support underrepresented founders on the continent. Each startup will receive up to $200,000 in pre-seed funding and will participate in Madica’s 18-month support program, which includes mentorship, executive…
UNICEF has announced plans to provide high-speed internet to up to 500,000 schools and essential public facilities across Africa. The initiative aims to bridge the continent’s digital divide by connecting children and communities in rural and low-income areas, where limited connectivity has historically restricted access to digital education and economic opportunities. The programme will consolidate…
