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    Nigeria’s Central Bank Lifts Suspension on New Accounts for OPay, Kuda Bank

     The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has lifted its restriction on new customer onboarding...

    Important Update: New Currency Rules Take Effect in Central Africa on June 1

     In a move to combat potential counterfeiting and promote economic stability, the Bank of...

    Egypt Approves First-Ever Fintech Startup for SME Financing

    The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) of Egypt has announced the approval of two significant...

    New Robo-advisors Rules in Egypt Open Opportunities for Digital Investment Startups

    The Egyptian Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has issued Resolution №57 of 2024, establishing a clear framework for Robo-advisors in the Egyptian capital market. This presents a significant opportunity for Egyptian Fintech startups to develop and offer innovative Robo-advisor solutions.
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    From Elmenus to Sylndr: Ex-Foodtech Exec Raises Fresh $25.7M to Overhaul Egypt’s Used Car Market

    The company aims to formalize Egypt’s highly fragmented used car market — estimated at $10 billion — by introducing standardized pricing, digital financing, and secure ownership transfers.

    Prosus Backs Egypt’s Thndr in $15.7M Round to Boost Retail Investing

    The company recorded impressive growth in 2024, adding over 1 million users who placed more than 15 million investment orders worth approximately EGP 170bn ($3.4bn).

    Cash Plus Ramps Up as Revolut and Regional Fintechs Eye Morocco Ahead of Global Events

    The Casablanca-based financial services provider has announced that non-residents can now open accounts using only a valid passport.

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    From Elmenus to Sylndr: Ex-Foodtech Exec Raises Fresh $25.7M to Overhaul Egypt’s Used Car Market

    The company aims to formalize Egypt’s highly fragmented used car market — estimated at $10 billion — by introducing standardized pricing, digital financing, and secure ownership transfers.

    Prosus Backs Egypt’s Thndr in $15.7M Round to Boost Retail Investing

    The company recorded impressive growth in 2024, adding over 1 million users who placed more than 15 million investment orders worth approximately EGP 170bn ($3.4bn).

    Two Exits, One Startup — MaxAB-Wasoko Is the Latest to Acquire Egypt’s B2B Marketplace Fatura

    Over the next 12 to 18 months, MaxAB-Wasoko says it expects to see significant topline growth and improved operational efficiency.

    Where Did All the Nigerian VCs Go? Inside the 2025 Funding Drought 

    We looked through our data and uncovered a jarring reality: in 2025, Nigerian VCs are eerily quiet—even after some announced headline-making fundraises. For local founders, this isn’t just a data point; it’s a big concern.