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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.

November 18, 2024

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Kenyan Agtech Firm Continental Seeds Secures Funding to Deliver ‘High-Quality Seeds’ Across East Africa

The capital injection from Kua Ventures will enable Continental Seeds to scale its operations, reach more farmers, and encourage youth participation in agriculture.

November 18, 2024

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dLocal Sees 80% Revenue Loss in Nigeria – Egypt’s Boom Keeps Africa Profitable

Nigeria, hitherto Africa’s largest economy, painted a grim picture for dLocal. Revenues fell to $2.1 million in Q3 2024, a mere 1% of total company revenues, down from $55 million during the first nine months of 2023.

November 15, 2024

Policy & Regulations Forum

Kenya Struggles to Deliver on Key Digital Nomad Visa

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

November 15, 2024

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South African Fintech Littlefish Secures $9.5M Series A, Moves Past Founder Legal Dispute

The round was led by global tech investment firm Partech, with participation from development finance institution Proparco.

March 24, 2026

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The $267bn Crown: Wave Edges Closer to Dethroning Orange in West Africa

The BCEAO’s instant payments platform launched in late 2025 to link banks and mobile wallets across eight countries. Months later, top players Wave and Orange Money have yet to fully join — latest data suggests they have little urgency.

March 24, 2026