Why this Franco-Beninese founder built his fintech in Nigeria, and not in France or the Benin Republic
Achille Arouko's early curiosity about technology began in a cybercafé at the age of eight. He discovered programming during a break between high school and university, which sparked his passion for technology.
Anchor celebrates third anniversary with $2.5 billion processed and key regulatory licences
Anchor celebrates its third anniversary as a leading banking-as-a-service provider in Africa. The platform enables fintechs to issue currency accounts, facilitate transfers, and issue branded cards.
Egyptian Swypex secures $4 million seed to expand its corporate card platform
Swypex raises $4 million in seed funding to expand its platform's capabilities. Card adoption for personal use has increased in Egypt, but corporate card adoption is declining.
Nigeria’s Bujeti secures $2m seed funding to transform business finances, operations
Bujeti has raised $2 million in seed funding to accelerate its growth and boost market share. The startup offers a unified solution for corporate finance management, streamlining expenses and digitizing financial workflows.
YC-backed fintech Bujeti raises $2M for its corporate cards and spend management platform
Bujeti has raised $2 million in seed funding from lead investor Y Combinator and other backers. The platform targets businesses in sectors like healthcare, logistics, agriculture, and construction.
