Africa
All African countries (North African and Sub-Saharan together).
Fintech
Botim Partners with Commercial Bank of Ethiopia to Streamline UAE-Ethiopia Remittances
Botim and CBE launch a landmark partnership, enabling Ethiopians in the UAE to send secure, flexible remittances to Ethiopia via direct accounts, cash pick-up, and mobile wallets, boostin
Asia and Africa Surge Ahead in Startup Genome’s 2025 Ecosystem Rankings
Startup Genome’s 2025 report reveals a 31% global ecosystem value drop, while Asia and Africa show strong growth.
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Money Fellows Raises $13 Million to Expand Digital Finance in Africa
Money Fellows secures $13M in funding to enhance its digital platform, aiming to revolutionize savings, borrowing, and investing in Africa, with plans for expansion into new markets and b
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Ethio Telecom and Visa Deepen Partnership to Advance Ethiopia’s Digital Finance
Ethio telecom and Visa reaffirm collaboration to expand international digital financial services in Ethiopia, boosting financial inclusion and innovation through joint initiatives like th
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Visa Champions Digital Payments at GITEX Africa 2025
Visa joins GITEX Africa 2025 as Financial Innovation Partner, showcasing payment innovations, fintech accelerator pitches, and the “Visa Connected Stadium” experience to support Africa’s
Ethio Telecom Launches 5G and New Regional Office in Bale Robe
Ethio telecom rolls out 5G in Bale Robe and Assela, inaugurates new South South-East office, boosting digital infrastructure and local development in Ethiopia.
Mozambique Launches Drone Project to Boost Disaster Preparedness
The African Development Bank, Mozambique, and Korea’s Busan Technopark launch a drone-based initiative to improve disaster monitoring and response, aiming to strengthen climate resilience
AI & ML
Biotech
e& Enterprise Partners with RAIN Technology to Revolutionize OR Workflows in MEA
e& Enterprise teams up with RAIN Technology to launch Orva, an AI-powered voice assistant, transforming operating room workflows and
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Three Finalists Announced for the $1M Milken-Motsepe Prize in FinTech
The Milken Institute and Motsepe Foundation have announced three finalists for the $1M Milken-Motsepe Prize in FinTech, recognizing innovative financial solutions for small businesses in
Orange & Eutelsat Partner to Expand Satellite Internet in Africa & Middle East
Orange Middle East and Africa teams up with Eutelsat to deploy satellite internet across remote regions in Africa and the Middle East, enhancing digital inclusion with high-speed connecti
Zelostech Wins DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge for Autonomous Electric Delivery Vehicle
Zelostech’s fully electric autonomous delivery vehicle wins DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge in the Middle East & Africa, advancing urban logistics sustainability.
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Ecobank Expands Gender-Financing for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa
Ecobank strengthens its "Ellevate" program to support women entrepreneurs across Africa, offering increased financing, training, and networking opportunities.
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NymCard Secures $33M in Series B to Expand Embedded Finance in MENA
NymCard raises $33M in Series B funding led by QED Investors, accelerating its fintech expansion across MENA with cutting-edge payment solutions for banks, fintechs, and enterprises.
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