A recent investment into a Nigerian edtech marketplace suggests that venture capital is returning to the country's education sector - but the "growth at all costs" playbook has been replaced.
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has overhauled its listing requirements to accommodate high-growth companies, but questions remain about whether the changes go far enough.
In late 2024 and throughout 2025, the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) tightened its grip on offshore investments, effectively blocking fund managers from moving capital abroad.
As Minister 'Bosun Tijani transitions the flagship 3MTT programme to its national stage, the country faces a widening gulf between its massive supply of tech talent and a financial engine that is fast evaporating under his watch.
The Nasdaq-listed South African fintech has quietly added another small enterprise-focused company to its portfolio, paying cash for a fintech business as it continues to widen its offering for large-scale clients.
The Egyptian investment bank is carving out a reputation as the region's most prolific corporate incubator, following last year's blockbuster valU IPO with a listing request for its K‑12 education platform - but a jittery market will test investor appetite.
