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Zimbabwe Requires WhatsApp Group Admins to Get Licensed

Zimbabwe’s government has rolled out a regulation mandating that WhatsApp group administrators register and pay for licenses. The directive, introduced by the Postal and Telecommunications…

How to Set Up WhatsApp for E-commerce

With over 2 billion active users globally, WhatsApp has become much more than just a messaging app; it’s now a powerful tool for businesses. For…

Best Satellite Internet Alternatives for Reliable Connectivity

Working remotely from a peaceful cabin in the middle of nowhere sounds like a dream until your internet starts acting up. One minute, you’re on…

5 Reliable Nigerian Payment Gateways to Accept Online Payments with Ease

As Nigeria continues to lead Africa’s digital transformation, the nation’s e-commerce and online payment sectors are rapidly expanding. But for businesses and entrepreneurs who want…

7 Best Payment Gateways in Kenya

Kenya’s digital landscape is bustling, with businesses and customers embracing mobile money, online shopping, and cashless transactions more than ever. For any entrepreneur, finding the…

8 Nigerian Banks Offering Business Loans for Entrepreneurs

A business loan can be the rocket fuel your company needs—maybe you’re looking to expand, cover essential expenses, or jump on that big opportunity waiting…

10 Simple Tips for Router Owners to Boost Your Internet Speed at Home

10 Tips to Boost Your Internet at Home (For Router Owners)

If you’re tired of buffering and sluggish internet at home, you’re not alone. We rely on our home Wi-Fi for everything from work and study…

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February 11, 2025

Is Bluesky Publicly Traded? Here’s What You Need to Know

Bluesky is quickly making waves as a serious challenger to X (formerly Twitter), proving that the social media arena is far from settled. With over…

January 23, 2025

Moniepoint Partners with Visa to Expand Digital Payments in Africa

Nigerian fintech unicorn, Moniepoint Inc., has announced a strategic investment from Visa Inc., the global digital payments giant. This funding comes just three months after…

January 14, 2025

LemFi Raises $53M Series B to Expand Remittance Services in Asia and Europe

Fintech startup LemFi, a financial services platform tailored for immigrants, has raised $53 million in a Series B funding round. This new capital injection will…

July 21, 2023

Bundle Africa Closes Exchange, Shifts Focus to Cashlink

After three years of operation, Bundle, a social payment app for cash and crypto, is set to close down. Its peer-to-peer platform, Cashlink, will continue…

April 4, 2023

Shuttlers Raises $4M to Expand Shared Mobility in Nigeria

Nigeria-based shared mobility firm Shuttlers has secured $4 million in a new funding round, with Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures (VKAV), a venture capital firm focused on…

February 21, 2023

Kenyan startup Jumba secures $4.5M funding

Kenyan startup, Jumba, has raised $4.5 million in a recent seed funding round, led by LocalGlobe, with participation from Enza Capital and other investors such…