Nigeria Central Bank Announces Pilot Program for Virtual Asset Service Providers
The CBN has launched a pilot program for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) to regulate digital assets. The pilot program will run for six to nine months and will test the operations of selected VASPs in a controlled environment.
Best Fintech Apps for Accruing Interest in Ghana
Affinity Africa offers a Boost Account with up to 11% p.a. interest, making it the best overall for GHS savers. Achieve App provides daily compounding interest through its DigiSave product, which is linked to a mutual fund.
Starlink wants to wire Francophone Africa. Regulators hold the switch.
Starlink partners with Airtel Africa to integrate direct-to-cell technology, allowing smartphones to connect directly to satellites. Airtel plans to deploy Starlink's service in 14 African markets in 2026, targeting key Francophone countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Airtel Africa Announces Successful Data and Messaging Testing of Starlink Mobile in Kenya
Airtel Africa and SpaceX completed successful testing of Starlink Mobile’s services in Kenya. The testing was conducted in areas without existing mobile signal.
MTN to absorb 2,762 IHS Towers employees as acquisition advances
MTN Group will absorb 2,762 IHS employees as part of a $2.2 billion acquisition. MTN has pledged to guarantee salaries and core benefits for incoming employees for at least one year.
