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    In Francophone West Africa, Payment Cards are Run by Banks, Not Fintechs

    The COVID-19 pandemic played a catalytic role in accelerating digital payments. In 2023, digital payment transaction volumes surged by 33.78%

    Egyptian and Nigerian Fintechs Return to Local Debt Markets Amid Stricter Fundraising Rules

    The reliance on local debt instruments is not new for African startups.

    Kenya Struggles to Deliver on Key Digital Nomad Visa

    Kenya’s announcement of a Digital Nomad Work Permit in October 2024 garnered widespread attention...

    Central Bank’s Age Policy Shift Unlocks New Customer Base for Egyptian Fintechs

    This age shift is expected to bring millions of new users into Egypt’s formal banking system.
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