A Dubai-based fintech company specializing in AI-driven credit assessments and microloans for underbanked customers.
What’s next for African fintech? 5 fintech leaders share their expectations for 2026
Moniepoint closed its Series C round, securing fresh capital for growth and market expansion. A fintech passporting agreement between Ghana and Rwanda was established, promoting cross-border collaboration.
Why Equity Financing Is Driving Africa’s 2025 Startup Rebound
Investments in Africa's tech startups grew 36% year-over-year, exceeding $3 billion. Equity financing now accounts for over 90% of all funding in the region.
Two African Fintechs Raise $427M in First IPOs Since 2019 as 2025 Funding Set to Match 2023
African startups raised $162 million in November 2025, with equity comprising 79% of the total. Thirty-two ventures raised $100,000 or more, including 16 deals above $1 million.
The Africa Tech Ecosystem in November 2025: Record Exits, Cautionary Tales
Optasia, a global leader in AI-powered fintech, went public on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in November 2025. Cell C, a South African mobile operator, also completed its IPO on the JSE, marking two IPOs in one month.
Optasia to Raise $365M in Johannesburg IPO to Fuel Global Expansion
Optasia plans to raise 6.3 billion rand ($365 million) in South Africa to expand its global footprint. The company will sell 1.3 billion rand in new shares through an IPO on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
