Angolan edtech startup Kukubela grows African language learning platform
Kukubela has surpassed 35,000 registered users across Angola and the African diaspora. The platform offers digital courses in local languages such as Kimbundu, Kikongo, Umbundu, Tshokwé, and Lingala.
Japanese investors back Africa-focused VC fund
Japanese companies are launching a $147 million venture capital fund managed by Novastar Ventures. The fund has received backing from major Japanese corporations including Mitsubishi Corporation and Toyota Ventures.
Affinity Africa Launches Business Banking Portal for Ghanaian Businesses
Affinity Africa has officially launched its Business Banking Portal. The portal aims to address financial friction faced by small and medium-sized businesses.
Introducing KeshPay: A New Crypto-to-Naira Solution for West Africa
KeshPay has launched to simplify cryptocurrency-to-naira conversions in West Africa. The platform aims to address common challenges in peer-to-peer crypto trading.
The $11 Billion Shift: How Ghana’s Diaspora Is Pivoting To Fintech Apps To Send Money Home
Ghana recorded $6.65 billion in remittance inflows in 2024, with informal channels bringing the total to $11.5 billion. Fintech startups have reduced traditional remittance fees from 7-12% to as low as 1-3%.
