Risevest Nigerian fintech investment solution acquires Hisa, Kenya investment startup
Nigerian fintech Risevest has recently aquired Hisa, a kenyan investment startup enabling them to tap into Kenyas digital investment Market
NITDA’s NCLAIR launch ₦100 million initiative backed by Google to support local AI startups in Nigeria
The National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) has announced the launch of an AI fund initiative to support startups with resources to scale AI-driven solutions within Nigeria.
Bolt halts inter-country requests between Nigeria and South Africa due to ride-hailing war
Bolt has restricted the inter-country request feature for its customers in Nigeria and South Africa due to the recent ride-hailing battle between both countries
Stripe to soon allow US retailers to sell directly to Nigerians
Without the merchant having to set-up a local entity in Nigeria
Ride-hailing war escalates as South African and Nigerian ride-hailing drivers receive prank orders on Uber and Bolt platforms
Nigeria and South African riders on platforms like Uber and Bolt are intentionally cancelling rides after drivers have arrived at pickup locations leading to a waste of resources.
Kenya drivers battle ride-hailing apps over fare rates
Kenyan drivers have begun to hike their fares and will continue to charge such rates if their fare prices are not reviewed and increased by ride-hailing platforms.
Uganda UTel secures $225 million investmet from Dubai-based investor RCC
UTel is set to receive a $225 million investment fund from Rowad Capital Commercial LLC.