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Flutterwave CEO on why African fintechs want to become banks
Flutterwave, a pan-African fintech unicorn, secured a national microfinance banking license through its acquisition of Mono, joining other Nigerian fintechs in regulated banking. The company's CEO emphasized the importance of controlling payment infrastructure to enhance customer experience and reve
TechCabal - Oct 28, 2026

How Africa’s fragmented payment systems are holding back cross-border trade
Experts at the 2026 Moonshot by TechCabal conference emphasized the need for African countries to harmonize regulatory requirements, connect payment systems, and invest in shared financial infrastructure to enhance cross-border trade. Despite a significant growth in cross-border trade, businesses fa
TechCabal - Oct 28, 2026

How online ads were used to hunt Starlink users
Experts have discovered that the Israeli ad-tech company Discover-Tech has been heavily targeting users of SpaceX's Starlink service, likely for surveillance purposes. TrendAI's report indicates that Discover-Tech is a leading bidder for ads aimed at Starlink users in over 100 countries, including t
TechCentral - Oct 28, 2026
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Join the Future of Tech at TechCabal Moonshot 2026: Innovate, Network, and Excel!
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Oct 27, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (November 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
@Hadu Team
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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