Canada is a North American country that actively supports AI research and development in Africa through its International Development Research Centre.
Kenyan cross-border fintech WapiPay enters Canada with money services licence
WapiPay has entered the North American market after securing a Money Services Business licence from FINTRAC. The licence enables WapiPay to offer foreign exchange, money transfer, and payment services in Canada.
Fincra sees ‘real volume’ in Africa-Canada corridor with new payments licence
Fincra has secured a Payment Service Provider license in Canada to enhance cross-border payments. The license allows Fincra to manage funds and transactions without relying on intermediaries.
How foreign governments and Big Tech are racing to shape Africa’s AI future
Japan proposed designating several domestic cities as 'official hometowns' for Africans from Ghana, Nigeria, and Mozambique during TICAD. Tokyo pledged to train 30,000 African AI experts over the next three years to address talent shortages in Africa.
After expensive lessons in Ethiopia, Renew Capital wants to back West African startups
Renew Capital is expanding its investments in Africa, focusing on asset-light and tech-enabled businesses. The firm has opened its West African portfolio by investing in Affinity, a Ghanaian digital bank.
