Global mobile money transactions surged to over $2 trillion in 2025, doubling from $1 trillion in just four years, with Sub-Saharan Africa leading in new accounts, according to GSMA's latest report.
Female executives at Visa are transforming West Africa's financial landscape by driving digital payments adoption. Their work in strategy, partnerships, and product development is expanding economic access across Nigeria and the region.
Vantage Markets introduces Cashback Prime, offering up to $2 per $100,000 in trading volume on Gold, Oil, and Bitcoin CFDs for African traders through May 2026.
Industry leaders at the Verve Biz Unwind 2026 event emphasized that security and reliability are crucial as digital payments expand across Africa, with mobile wallets and e-commerce driving growth but raising infrastructure challenges.
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Morney, a new financial operations platform, has debuted in Nigeria to help businesses automate workflows as electronic invoicing adoption grows. The platform integrates payments, procurement, and invoicing to enhance efficiency and oversight.
OneDosh, a fintech platform, is launching a unified service to address outdated payment systems, offering speed and accessibility for digital commerce and cross-border work.
Fintech platform Nosh introduces an international bill payment feature, allowing users to pay utility bills in 136 countries using local currencies like naira and cedis, simplifying cross-border transactions.
OPay introduces XtraCova, a new security feature offering up to ₦5 million reimbursement for verified unauthorized transactions, reinforcing trust in Nigeria's digital finance ecosystem.
Digital financial services platform OPay has introduced XtraCova, a new feature providing up to N5 million reimbursement for verified unauthorized transactions. The initiative aims to boost customer trust amid rumors about the company's operations.
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Bright green OPay installations at key Lagos locations like Obalende Motor Park, Computer Village, and Ikeja City Mall have ignited widespread curiosity. Videos and photos circulating online suggest the fintech giant may be preparing to unveil a new produ
Smartcash Payment Service Bank launches 'No Be Cho Cho Cho' campaign targeting Nigerian youth, emphasizing transparency and concrete value over empty fintech promises in competitive market.
OneDosh emerges as a game-changing financial app designed for a borderless world, offering real-time transfers, a global Visa card, stablecoin support, and effortless multi-currency management to eliminate traditional banking friction.
Smartcash Payment Service Bank launches a nationwide marketing campaign emphasizing reliability and transparency to expand financial inclusion with zero-fee transfers and daily interest savings.
Smartcash Payment Service Bank has launched a nationwide campaign titled 'No Be Cho Cho Cho' to address financial exclusion, targeting millions of Nigerians outside the banking system with zero-fee transactions and USSD accessibility.
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PalmPay has announced the first batch of winners in its #LoveWithPalmPay Valentine's Day campaign, highlighting how financial tools can strengthen relationships through simple, everyday money moments.
Esusu, NALA, and Tala have been recognized on the Forbes Fintech 50 list for 2026, collectively serving over 11 million customers and processing billions in transactions while advancing financial inclusion globally.
The Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 in Kigali will gather 3,000 delegates to shape Africa's financial future. Nigerian stakeholders should note the focus on digital currency corridors, AI-powered inclusion, and cross-border partnerships.
A Nigerian woman from Ibadan has filed a N50 million lawsuit against Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, alleging the fintech opened accounts using her personal data without consent, violating privacy rights under the Nigeria Data Protection Act.
AfriChange, a cross-border payments platform, has been honored with the Best Fintech Website/Platform award at the 2026 Fintech Awards in the UK, recognizing its innovation and impact on immigrant communities.
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Global fintech Grey has launched Grey Business, a multi-currency platform to help African startups and SMEs manage international transactions with speed and transparency.
Nigerian fintech giant Flutterwave marks 10 years as the world's most licensed non-bank financial technology company, holding over 50 licenses across 35 countries and processing $50+ billion in transactions.
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma declares Nigeria holds historic responsibility for Africa's economic and technological advancement, praising Flutterwave's growth as a continental achievement at Lagos event.
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma declares Nigeria's fintech success with Flutterwave drives continental progress and deeper financial inclusion across Africa.
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Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola announced at the company's 10th anniversary that it is the world's most licensed non-bank entity, with over 50 licenses across 35+ countries and $50 billion in transactions processed.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and MTN Nigeria Chairman Dr. Ernest Ndukwe celebrated Flutterwave's 10th anniversary, hailing it as an international company made in Nigeria that has processed over $50 billion in transactions across 36 countries.
MTN Nigeria Board Chairman Dr. Ernest Ndukwe praised Flutterwave's international success at its 10th anniversary, linking it to Nigeria's telecom reforms and emphasizing corporate governance for sustained growth.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended Flutterwave for processing over $50 billion in transactions across 36 countries, emphasizing youth empowerment and Nigeria's technological growth at the fintech's 10th-anniversary gala.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended Flutterwave at its 10th-anniversary gala for processing over $50 billion in transactions across 36 countries, highlighting its role in Nigeria's economic growth and calling for investments in infrastructure and
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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo commended Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola for seizing economic opportunities, linking the fintech's success to telecoms reforms from his administration.
