An identity verification provider in Africa focused on enhancing digital identity solutions and fraud prevention.
Mastercard deepens Africa strategy with Smile ID investment and partnership
Mastercard announced a minority investment in Smile ID on September 25, 2025. The partnership aims to accelerate the rollout of secure digital identity solutions across Africa.
Smile ID, Mastercard Announce Partnership to Scale Digital Identity Across Africa
Africa's digital economy projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030. Mastercard extends partnership with Smile ID to enhance digital identity solutions.
How Nigerian Startups Navigate the Currency Turmoil
The Nigerian naira, Angola’s kwanza, and Malawi’s kwacha were among the five poorest performing currencies globally in 2023. Nigerian startups are adopting strategic approaches to cope with the currency crisis, including adapting expenses to local contexts, focusing on markets with lower foreign exc
Closing the gap: Klarna’s founder’s African tech growth fund snaps $205M
Norrsken22 has successfully concluded its initial fund-raising effort, raising $205 million in capital. The fund aims to bridge the existing funding gap for tech startups in the growth stage across the African continent.
