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    How £21M of Debt Sank the Fresh Funding Quest for Failed SA Startup WhereIsMyTransport

    Despite raising over $27 million in funding since its inception in 2016, the company had only £180,000 (approximately $225,000) left to settle its obligations as of the date of filing for insolvency...

    Djamo vs. Carbon Cards: Unraveling the Debit Card Dilemma for Nigerian Fintech Startups

    Last week, the Nigerian fintech Carbon announced the discontinuation of its debit card operations,...

    Inside the Banking Shakeup in Ethiopia: What’s in Store for Fintech?

    Using international banks in Ethiopia helps fintech companies meet the 50 million birr ($869K) capital requirement more easily.

    One Week, One Trouble: Why Are E-hailing Startups in Unending Battles With Governments Across Africa?

    In Ivory Coast, N’Cho, a middle-aged driver for the ride-hailing platform Yango, has been informed that he must now display a conspicuous insignia on his red Toyota Corolla, clearly marking it as a Yango vehicle.
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    South African IoT Scaleup Karooooo Takes on Debt to Hoard AI Memory Chips

    The central question is whether the chip stockpile proves to be prudent insurance or an expensive bet.

    “It’s a Fad, like Crypto Coins”: Why a Developer Built a Census for Nigeria’s Chaotic Gaming Scene

    In the space of a fortnight, a handful of browser games built by Nigerian developers has generated more attention, and more argument, than the country’s game industry has seen in years. The question is whether any of it constitutes a market.

    Two Exits in Six Years: Dan Kleinbaum’s GTXN Acquired by Luno

    Deal gives the crypto exchange an owned settlement layer across developed–emerging market corridors - but proposed South African rules may restrict the very activity it enables.

    Cairo’s BPO Ecosystem Opens a New Front for Transatlantic Dealmaking

    While greenfield setups remain the main vehicle for corporate expansion in Egypt's tech export sector, cross-border M&A is emerging as an alternative for North American buyers seeking rapid scale.

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    South African IoT Scaleup Karooooo Takes on Debt to Hoard AI Memory Chips

    The central question is whether the chip stockpile proves to be prudent insurance or an expensive bet.

    “It’s a Fad, like Crypto Coins”: Why a Developer Built a Census for Nigeria’s Chaotic Gaming Scene

    In the space of a fortnight, a handful of browser games built by Nigerian developers has generated more attention, and more argument, than the country’s game industry has seen in years. The question is whether any of it constitutes a market.

    Egypt’s Tech IPO Freeze Thaws as MNT-Halan Draws Record Demand

    MNT-Halan begins trading on the Egyptian Exchange today, marking a significant step forward for the company and Egypt’s fintech sector.

    Disrupt Africa and Touch Inspiration Launch Accelerator to Target Non-Technical African Founders

    Disrupt Africa, a leading pan-African tech news, research, and podcast platform, has partnered with...