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CFO automation: An unsexy but lucrative corner of African fintech
Sometimes, the driest-sounding businesses are the most promising. And leveraging technology to streamline finance operations of African businesses is one of those gems.
July 2023
Platforms are the future of Africa’s mobile money agents
Agent networks play a critical role in bringing financial services to underserved populations across Africa. But the industry is shifting towards 'agent-networks-as-a-service' offered by larger players.
July 2023
50 African tech startups raised ~$100M in June
Here’s a snapshot of the equity & debt fundraising deals announced across Africa’s tech ecosystem in June 2023.
July 2023
Venture-scale startups targeting Africa should start with a multi-country mindset
Most African markets are relatively small and many are highly uncertain — a reality that often necessitates geographic expansion; early recognition & preparation is paramount.
May 2023
The hero of home services: A conversation with Eden Life’s Nadayar Enegesi
Eden Life, a Nigerian home services platform is improving quality of life for African consumers. Watch our conversation with Eden Life's CEO on launching the company, scaling it, and what comes next.
April 2023
44 women founders of VC-funded fintechs in Nigeria
Men dominate fintech across the world. But here are forty-four women executives setting the pace in Nigeria's fintech sector.
March 2023