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Pepkor builds R21-billion fintech giant – and plans to list it
Pepkor is merging its Flash business with Shop2Shop to create a significant fintech platform in South Africa, valued at R21.3-billion. The combined entity, provisionally named 'FintechCo', will focus on the informal economy and aims to process over R200-billion annually. This merger marks a strategi
TechCentral - Jul 22, 2026
M-KOPA reaches 10 million customers, six years after its first million
M-KOPA, a pan-African asset-financing startup, has reached a significant milestone by serving 10 million customers across five countries, with a daily onboarding rate of 10,000 customers. The company has reported its first-ever annual profit and a substantial increase in revenue, reflecting its succ
TechCabal - Jul 22, 2026
Why South Africa’s iGaming Sector Is Turning to Crypto Amid Rising Payment Fraud
South Africa's online gambling sector is experiencing rapid growth alongside a significant rise in fraud, with iGaming fraud rates more than tripling in the latter half of 2025. The region now has the highest fraud rate globally, prompting operators to reconsider their verification processes and exp
IT News Africa - Jul 22, 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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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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