Trending
- Global energy transition, challenges of policy commitment
- Tanzania’s natural gas industry gets global boost with Dubai deal
- AfDB’s $139M Johannesburg deal signals a new era in city-led urban investment
- Geothermal power: Tanzania’s renewed drive for green energy
- Trump mini-summit: Why these five West African countries?
- Unlocking Value: Africa’s rise as a hub for mineral processing
- Tanzania’s avocado exports dream finds a global ally in FAO
- Dubai reflects global industry trends with third glass manufacturing expo
Tech & Business
- Since its launch in 2019, PalmPay has evolved into a financial super app that simplifies money transfer and expands access to digital financial services.
- By 2025, the platform manages over 35 million registered users, who conduct up to 15 million transactions daily.
- These users rely on PalmPay for instant cash transfers, credit, savings, insurance, and business tools tailored to power micro, small, and medium enterprises.
PalmPay, a rapidly scaling neobank and fintech platform targeting emerging markets, has been crowned Africa’s fastest-growing financial services firm by the Financial Times in its 2025 ranking of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies. Compiled in partnership with global research firm Statista, the list placed PalmPay second overall among 130 trailblazing businesses, cementing its leadership in the continent’s evolving digital finance segment.
The ranking reflects a remarkable performance trajectory. From 2020 to 2023, PalmPay posted a jaw-dropping annual growth rate (CAGR) of 583.6 per cent, driven by …
- Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference (KBCC) 2025 returns for its third edition in Nairobi seeking to tackle innovation, mass adoption and policy reforms.
- The June 12-13 forum comes at a pivotal moment for the Kenyan blockchain space as the recently tabled Finance Bill 2025 proposes a cut in Digital Asset Tax (DAT).
- This is from 3% to 1.5%, signaling responsiveness to industry concerns and ongoing public-private dialogue.
Kenya is set to host one of Africa’s most influential gatherings in the blockchain and digital asset space as the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference (KBCC) 2025 returns for its third edition in Nairobi. Powered by Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, KBCC 2025 to be held at the A.S.K Dome in Nairobi, between June 12–13, will bring together over 1,500 participants from across the continent.
They include developers, regulators, banks, fintechs, startups, global protocols and policy shapers—under this year’s theme dubbed “Driving …
- Ai Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya techshow is billed to position Kenya at the heart of Africa’s digital revolution.
- GITEX show continues to offer access to new markets, capital, talents, relationships, and investment opportunities.
- Event is also expected to inspire new public-private partnership projects, attract investment, scale technologies, and propel Kenya’s digital transformation.
Kenya is stepping boldly onto the global tech stage. As the nation doubles down on its strategic investments in digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, hyperscale data centres, and green industrialisation, a landmark announcement is set to propel its innovation narrative even further: the launch of Ai Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya, the world-renowned tech expo’s inaugural East African edition.
Slated for 19–21 May 2026 in Nairobi, the event marks a powerful collaboration between KAOUN International—organisers of GITEX Global—Kenya’s Office of the Special Envoy on Technology, and Africa’s leading tech platform, dx⁵.
This groundbreaking event will position …
- Julphar will be the “Lead Partner” for the Global Manufacturing Portfolio supported by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE).
- The 14th AIM Congress 2025 edition aims to unify global efforts, enhance strategic cooperation, and highlight the role of investment in driving innovation.
- UAE is strategically establishing itself as a global hub for trade, manufacturing, and healthcare innovations.
AIM Congress has officially announced its partnership with Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries (Julphar) as the “Lead Partner” for the Global Manufacturing Portfolio supported by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) at the 14th Edition of AIM Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
AIM Congress, supported by over 400 local, regional, and international partners, serves as a premier platform for fostering collaboration and advancing economic development through investment.
The Congress aims to unify global efforts, enhance strategic cooperation, and highlight the pivotal role of investment in driving innovation, economic growth, and the sustainability of …
- The funding round was led by QED Investors, with participation from Norrsken22, alongside follow-on investment from Ventures Platform, P1 Ventures, and Seedstars.
- This equity-based capital injection brings Nigeria-based Raenest’s total venture funding to $14.3 million.
- Raenest seeks to expand into the U.S. and Egypt markets this year while also using the funding to attract and retain top talent.
Raenest has secured $11 million in Series A funding, a financial backing that will see the global multi-currency accounts platform for individuals and businesses further expand its presence in Kenya and in its headquarters in Nigeria.
In a statement, Raenest said it also seeks to expand into the U.S. and Egypt markets this year, further broadening its impact with customers from African. Additionally, the new funding is part of a broader plan for the fintech giant to attract top talent to accelerate its growth momentum.
Speaking on the announcement, Victor Alade, CEO …
With the rapid growth of the digital gaming industry, online casinos in Australia have become a popular choice for players seeking convenience, variety, and immersive entertainment. Whether you’re into pokies, live dealer games, or table classics, there’s no shortage of options — but finding the best Australian online casino can be a challenge.
From game selection to secure banking methods, not all platforms are created equal. Players across Australia — and even in neighbouring New Zealand — are increasingly turning to online reviews and expert guides to identify top-rated Australian online casinos that offer both trustworthiness and high-quality gameplay. This guide breaks down the essential features to look for, so you can choose with confidence and make the most of your online casino experience.
How to Identify the Best Australian Online Casinos
When comparing options, it’s important to understand what sets the best AU online casino sites apart from the …
- Africa’s exploding population presents huge growth opportunities; A world-class digital payments ecosystem will be fundamental to that.
- There are opportunities for anyone who can simplify, rationalise and standardise payments for the continent’s dynamic financial economy.
- Any platform entering this space must recognise that there isn’t one answer; there are many.
Africa is an exciting, vibrant, and creative place to do business. But make no mistake, it has its challenges. Currency devaluation, political instability, and service disruptions are endemic. Africa is not for sissies, as the saying goes.
In navigating those challenges, relationships matter. It’s not so much about throwing money at a problem, it’s about investing time, building trust, meeting with partners and regulators, and understanding each other’s needs.
Africa offers an enormous upside for those prepared to make this time investment. The continent’s population is set to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, and Africa’s people are embracing digital technology, …
- The AI World Championship, which will take place Jan 30 to Feb 2, 2025, is tailored to be a defining moment for the AI community, a global platform for breakthroughs.
- The contest will challenge and advance the multiple frontiers, creativity, expertise, and innovation presented by AI across 14 thematic focus areas.
- The grand finals set to be hosted live on April 8, 2025, at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi during AIM Congress 2025.
Tech enthusiasts, developers, AI specialists, investors, and government representatives have a chance to showcase cutting-edge developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the maiden AI World Championship in Abu Dhabi city early next year.
Organized by the AIM Congress 2025, the inaugural AI World Championship is tailored as an international competition that will challenge and advance the multiple frontiers and opportunities presented by AI.
Taking place over the course of four days, from January 30 to February 2, …
- Fintech Raenest will be the key sponsor of the seventh edition of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi in February 2025.
- The a B2B Summit, expo, and awards forum projects to attract over 2,000 industry leaders, corporates, investors, and global delegates.
- Conference will feature four key track themes: Africa Money & DeFi, Africa Climate Tech & Investment, Africa Startup, and the Africa Mobile & App segments.
For the second year in a row, Nigerian fintech heavyweight Raenest is set to headline the Africa Tech Summit 2025 edition, reaffirming the company’s commitment to fostering growth, and collaboration in Africa.
According to the organizers, Raenest will be the key sponsor of the seventh edition of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, which is set to be held on February 12th and 13th, 2025, at the Sarit Expo Centre.
“We are thrilled to continue as the headline sponsor of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. This platform is pivotal …
