Impact of US Policies and USAID Suspension on Africa’s Startup Ecosystem
Kola Aina stated that the suspension of USAID programs has contributed to a slowdown in Africa's startup ecosystem. US trade policies, including new tariffs imposed by President Trump, have created uncertainty that dissuades investors.
Merchants of record emerge as solution to Africa's cross-border payment woes
Mallick Bolakale experienced payment challenges while running a tech gadget business, often relying on middlemen. His transaction was flagged due to an IP address discrepancy, resulting in a loss of funds.
Access Bank Leads Africa’s Economic Transformation with Strategic Acquisitions
Access Bank's expansion into over 20 countries across Africa. Acquisition of Standard Chartered’s operations in Tanzania.
