Interswitch is a Nigerian digital payments company and one of the first unicorns in Africa, facilitating electronic payments.
How Nigerian fintechs can prepare for a unified regulator
Nigeria's House of Representatives is reviewing a bill to establish a unified regulatory body for fintechs. The proposed Nigerian Fintech Regulatory Commission would license fintechs and dictate engagement terms.
Are African innovators doomed to sell airtime?
LemFi announced the launch of multicurrency accounts for users in Nigeria. The startup aims to support freelancers and digital entrepreneurs needing to receive international payments.
Fintechs lead Africa’s 2025 valuation table, even as the market resets
African tech startups previously enjoyed Silicon Valley-like valuations during the post-COVID fundraising boom. Local investors now outnumber foreign investors, leading to lower valuation expectations.
100 million cards later, Verve looks towards contactless payment and tokenisation
Verve has issued 100 million cards across Africa, marking a significant milestone for the company. The company is focusing on next-generation payment technologies, particularly contactless payments.
Balancing delivery and impact: Onone Ega’s life as a Tech PM and why she’s all in on Web3
Onone Ega transitioned from coding to leading engineering teams at Interswitch, showcasing her adaptability in the tech industry. She began her career at Decagon, a prominent edtech startup, where she trained software engineers and mentored on Agile leadership.
