October 31, 2025

Elorm Unlocking Africa's Potential: Fintech and E-Commerce for Economic Empowerment In a powerful address at the Fintech Summit for Inclusion in Africa 2025, the Director General of the MicroFinance and Small Loans Center (MASLOC), Abigail Akwambea Elorm Mensah, emphasized the importance of bold regulation in advancing financial technology and e-commerce across Africa. She asserted that

May 26, 2025

Fintech Companies Unite to Lower Remittance Costs in Africa In an effort to tackle the high costs associated with sending money to Africa, two leading global financial technology companies have partnered. Recent data from the World Bank reveals that sending $200 to sub-Saharan Africa incurs an average fee of 8.72%—making it the most expensive payment

May 16, 2025

The Surge of Mergers in Africa's FinTech Sector The FinTech sector in Africa is witnessing a significant rise in partnerships and mergers as businesses scramble to seize opportunities in the burgeoning cash transport and digital payments markets. Projections indicate that these markets are set to reach $1.5 billion by 2030, spurring intense competition. Increasing Competition

April 13, 2025

Karima El Hakim: Transforming Africa's FinTech Landscape Leading Innovation and Investment Karima El Hakim is a pivotal figure shaping the FinTech landscape across Africa. Currently serving as the Director for Egypt and Co-Director for Africa at the Plug and Play Tech Center, she stands at the crossroads of venture capital, innovation, and financial inclusion. With