Managers of Wealth Africa

Standard Bank launches Yours247 digital campaign

The Digital Platform has incorporated features which will allow those with basic mobile phones to access the bank even in remote areas.

Global mobile money accounts exceed two billion with transaction values reaching $1.6 trillion

According to the report, transaction volumes and values for mobile money accounts experienced robust double-digit growth in 2024

Global Finance Names The Innovators 2025 – The Most Innovative Banks and the Most Innovative Financial Technology Companies

This is Global Finance’s twelftth annual awards program recognizing entities that regularly identify new paths and design new tools in finance.

Tech innovator empowers youths with blockchain, Web3 skills

Speaking about the initiative, Fejiro emphasised his commitment to empowering young Nigerians with the skills necessary to win in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Powering Nigeria’s Digital Economy: Mastercard’s Vision for Payments, Inclusion, and SME Growth

Mastercard’s commitment extends beyond hardware to strategic programs.

Tech innovator empowers youths with Blockchain, Web3 skills

The first batch of over 300 participants, made up of participants from an inaugural training session in March 2024 and another set from February 28, 2025, will round off at the end of March 2025.

Stanbic IBTC’s fintech subsidiary Zest widens losses to ₦2 billion in 2024

Profitability may be an uphill task for Zest, but total income is not. The fintech doubled its total income to ₦124 million from ₦68 million in 2023, showing great traction and promise

Digital nomadism on the rise as footloose head to Africa

Young professionals from the West are working remotely in Africa.

UBA generates N284.7 billion from e-business transactions in 2024

The bank’s electronic transaction expenses amounted to N199.2 billion in 2024, up from N107.1 billion in 2023.

Julius Berger committed to skills transfer

The newly launched Julius Berger Vocational Skills Academy aims to institutionalize vocational training by providing hands-on practical learning, industry-relevant knowledge, and professional certification.

Big changes for Discovery Bank rewards and features

Many new loans also come from clients entering the property market.

Banks and Fintech need stronger collaboration to achieve financial inclusion-Mr Quayson

The Summit also discussed threats to the financial services sector through cybercrimes, identity theft among others and how players could form synergies to avert the same.

Crypto in South Africa: Between Progress and Precaution – What You Need to Know

Realistically, however, crypto comes with risks that aren’t as easy to identify as those that come with traditional payment methods such as bank cards and cash

Lagos, MTN Nigeria unveil “My Lagos App”

The app serves as a vital link between the government and citizens, promoting accountability, transparency, and real-time updates.

Pam Golding data breach incident a reminder of notification duties in South Africa

The security incident took place on 7 March, when an unauthorised third party gained access to Pam Golding’s customer relationship management system.

Crypto asset service providers and their role in combating money laundering and terrorist financing

Adding another layer of risk, crypto assets are not governed by a central authority like a bank or government, making it difficult to monitor transactions and regulate the sector.

Insurance CEOs Advised to Change from Traditional Business Model to Digital Transformation

Social innovation challenges us to think beyond profit margins and focus on creating positive social impact.

Minister lauds Moniepoint’s roles in Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem

He stressed that a thriving fintech sector directly translates to more jobs, increased financial inclusion, and a stronger economy for Nigeria.

Fintava Pay is banking the unbanked in Northern Nigeria

Fintava Pay’s approach is particularly useful for Northern Nigeria where digital literacy is low

Digital bank Revolut is eyeing a South African launch

Revolut, the world’s fourth-largest digital bank, has confirmed to TechCentral that it is interested in the South African market.

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