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    Nigeria's two largest mobile payment heavyweights are both eyeing IPOs, but their target exchanges tell a story of contrasting global ambitions.

    EFG Finance Takes Majority Stake in Egypt’s First Remittance Aggregator Balad

    The transaction hands control of the startup to one of Egypt’s largest financial groups.
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    This is not the first time Colis.ma has attracted investor attention.

    Why Is India’s Zoho Pouring $35M into Egyptian Fintech Giant Fawry?

    “Egypt’s vibrant market, with its rich talent pool and innovative business ideas, offers tremendous potential for companies like ours,” said Haidar Nizam, Zoho’s President for the Middle East and Africa.

    Launch Africa Ventures Investment Series: PBR Life Sciences Joins the List

    PBR Life Sciences gained significant momentum last year when it was selected to join the Techstars Lagos accelerator, a program that supports high-growth startups across Africa.

    BasiGo Secures $42M to Electrify Public Transport in Kenya and Rwanda

    The Series A equity round was led by Africa50, a pan-African infrastructure investment fund, marking a major milestone as the largest investment by an African fund in an electric mobility company.

    Nigeria Halts Legal Proceedings Against Binance Executive Gambaryan Amid Diplomatic Pressure

    Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and a high-ranking compliance officer at Binance, had been held in detention while awaiting trial

    Egypt Tightens Grip on Fintech Firms Raising Funds through Securitization

    For fintech companies in Egypt already deep into securitization, this new circular means more paperwork — and fast.

    HOSTAFRICA Expands West African Presence with Strategic Nigerian Buyout

    Despite HostAfrica's acquisition spree, competition in the African web hosting market is intensifying.

    Pre-Seed Investment Program: Madica Announces Investment in EarthBond

    Earthbond recently joined fellow Madica portfolio companies Kola Market, GoBEBA, and Newform Foods and mentors on an immersive trip to London.

    Gates Foundation Backs Ivorian Agritech Startup Grainotech

    Its model focuses on sustainability and local resource optimization, aiming to bring technological innovation

    Egypt’s Sawari Ventures Targets West and East African Startups in New $200M Fund

    Approximately 70% of the total fund, or about $140 million, is earmarked for investments within Egypt over the next four to five years.

    Digital Banks Wanted in Eswatini, Urgent Applications Required

    The CBE’s decision to prioritize digital banks stems from several challenges in the country’s traditional banking sector.

    Algeria Sends New Batch of 90 Startups on Global Technology Pilgrimage

    This latest cohort of startups joins a growing number of Algerian businesses that have benefited from the government’s initiative to connect local entrepreneurs with global tech giants and renowned universities.

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    Why African Fintech PalmPay Is Eyeing Hong Kong for a $1bn IPO

    Nigeria's two largest mobile payment heavyweights are both eyeing IPOs, but their target exchanges tell a story of contrasting global ambitions.

    EFG Finance Takes Majority Stake in Egypt’s First Remittance Aggregator Balad

    The transaction hands control of the startup to one of Egypt’s largest financial groups.

    From Lagos Ride-Hailing to Global Robotaxis: Moove Raises $250M at $2.1B Valuation

    The valuation represents a 2.8-fold increase from the $750mn the company commanded in its $100mn Series B round led by Uber in 2024.

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