Why AI adoption in Nigeria isn’t just a tech problem
Bendada.com - Jun 17, 2025
Mayowa Olutuyo emphasizes that cultural resistance is the main barrier to AI adoption in Nigeria. The fear of job loss due to AI affects both employees and managers, leading to quiet resistance against new technologies.
Sycamore is raising ₦1 billion to complete $1.5 million debt funding round
TechCabal - May 30, 2025
Sycamore is raising ₦1 billion ($628,000) to complete a $1.5 million debt funding round. The company secured ₦1.5 billion ($943,000) debt from Cascador, a Nigerian entrepreneurship accelerator.
South Africa’s AURA raises $14.6 million to drive U.S. expansion and global ambitions
TechCabal - May 16, 2025
AURA raised €13.5 million in Series B funding to expand into the U.S. and nearly 50 countries. The funding round was co-led by Cathay AfricInvest Innovation Fund and Partech.
Egyptian fintech, Money Fellows eyes North Africa with $13M funding boost
Bendada.com - May 05, 2025
Money Fellows raised $13 million in a new funding round. The funding will support expansion into North African markets, focusing on Morocco.
Cairo Based Money Fellows Raises $13M to Expand Fintech Access Across Africa
Tech Labari - May 05, 2025
Money Fellows raised $13 million in a strategic funding round. The total investment in Money Fellows has exceeded $60 million.