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South Africa’s $21.5 billion SME funding gap is really a data problem
South Africa's MSMEs face a financing gap of R350 billion ($21.5 billion). The number of small business funders in South Africa has increased from 148 in 2018 to over 300 in 2025.
Nigerian fintech Gigbanc winds down operations citing fundraising struggles, pursues acquisition
Gigbanc is ceasing operations after three years due to tough fundraising conditions. The startup is in acquisition talks with an undisclosed Nigerian fintech infrastructure provider.
TechCabal’s Road to Moonshot brings Africa’s startup debate to Nairobi
TechCabal hosted the 'Road to Moonshot' event in Nairobi, attracting over 120 founders and investors. Kenyan startups raised nearly $1 billion in 2025, leading Africa in startup funding.
Why M-KOPA is using smartphone repayments to expand digital lending
M-KOPA has served nearly 10 million customers and deployed over $2 billion in credit. The company uses smartphones as a gateway to offer digital credit and other financial services.
Why global investors keep missing Africa’s biggest climate opportunity
Investors have committed $44 billion annually to climate finance in Africa, up nearly 50% from previous years. Local fund managers argue that financial instruments are designed for mature markets, not small local enterprises.
