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How Nigeria’s overlapping data rules affect fintechs and banks
Nigeria is implementing data localization rules for financial institutions, requiring them to store payment transaction data locally by January 2027. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) are working on different mandates that overlap, c
TechCabal - Sep 28, 2026
African startup funding crosses $2 billion in 2026
In 2026, African startups have raised over $2 billion, achieving this milestone earlier than in previous years. However, September's fundraising is not expected to match the totals seen in June and August, which were $515 million and $455 million respectively. Predictions suggest that total funding
Tech In Africa - Sep 28, 2026
Major bank joins crypto fight against Reserve Bank draft rules
GoTyme Bank has joined the Catastrophe coalition opposing draft regulations in South Africa that would restrict cross-border cryptocurrency payments. The bank advocates for consistent regulatory standards across all financial activities, regardless of the technology used. The coalition, which includ
TechCentral - Sep 28, 2026
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Jun 24, 2026
Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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@Hadu Team
Jun 10, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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