Starlink in South Africa? Not until it follows the rules
Elon Musk claimed Starlink can't operate in South Africa due to racial policies, leading to a government backlash. Access Bank and Visa launched a contactless payment method called Tap to Phone in Nigeria, allowing merchants to accept payments via NFC-enabled Android phones.
Carbon resumes issuance of debit cards in partnership with Verve
Carbon has partnered with Verve to resume issuing debit cards after a nine-month pause. The startup previously issued Visa cards but ended that partnership due to high costs.
Oze raises undisclosed round from Visa, and German DFI, DEG
Oze announces a new undisclosed investment round from Visa and DEG. The startup previously raised $3 million in a pre-series A round led by Speedinvest.
Oze Secures Investment from Visa and DEG in latest funding round
Oze secured investment from Visa and DEG to expand its AI-powered digital lending solutions. The funding will help scale Oze's Lending Management System across more markets.
How Corporations Support African Startups
Google's Black Founders Fund offers up to $150,000 in equity-free funding to support African startups. Visa has connected over 100 fintech startups to its global payment network, enhancing their market access.
