Nigeria’s Heat Crisis Is Producing a New Generation of Climate Adaptation Startups
More than 60% of Nigeria's population is regularly exposed to dangerous heatwaves. Cities like Lagos, Kano, and Abuja are recording heat indices above 50 degrees Celsius.
YC-backed fintech Grey registers as payment service provider in Canada
Grey has been registered as a payment service provider in Canada under the Retail Payment Activities Act. The platform integrates with Interac, allowing users to send Canadian Dollars directly to Canadian bank accounts.
Amazon Applies for Licence In Kenya To Rival Starlink with Its Leo Competitor
Amazon's Project Kuiper has rebranded as Amazon LEO and is expanding into East Africa. The company has applied for a Tier 2 license in Kenya to establish a nationwide broadband network.
iSmart Achieves PCI DSS Level 1 Compliance, Strengthening Security and Trust Across the Digital Payments Ecosystem
iSmart International Ghana Limited attained PCI DSS Level 1 Certification, the highest tier of payment card security. The certification underscores iSmart's commitment to safeguarding sensitive information and strengthening client trust.
At AVCA summit, investors push pragmatic approach as Africa’s exits surge
Venture-backed exits reached record levels in 2025, even as fundraising remained tough. Annual venture deal volumes increased from about 30 a decade ago to over 500 in 2025.
