Kenya has published new regulations for virtual asset service providers, moving closer to a formal licensing regime for crypto businesses. The framework gives exchanges and other crypto firms a clearer path to operating legally in the country.

M-KOPA has surpassed 10 million customers after adding 9 million users in just six years. The milestone underscores growing demand for asset financing across Africa, from smartphones to clean energy products.

Airtel Africa reported strong first-quarter growth as data usage and Airtel Money continued to power the business. Higher smartphone adoption and digital financial services are increasingly driving the telecom's revenues.

Nigeria's consumer protection agency has resumed enforcement against digital lenders, renewing scrutiny of unfair lending practices and data privacy violations. This signals that regulatory pressure on the sector isn't easing anytime soon.

Electric bus maker BasiGo partnered with Rubis Energy Kenya to expand EV fast-charging infrastructure. More charging stations could help remove one of the biggest barriers to electric public transport adoption in East Africa.

Seventeen African fintechs made CNBC and Statista's 2026 list of the world's top 500 fintech companies. Highlighting the continent's growing influence in global financial technology despite a tougher funding environment.

The biggest retail market in Francophone Africa is hiding in plain sight. While modern supermarkets grab attention, up to 90% of consumer goods still move through informal markets and neighbourhood stores. TechCabal's latest Francophone Weekly explains why investors see these businesses as the foundation of the region's next commerce boom.

Launch Africa closed 15 new Fund II investments in 2026 across AI, B2B commerce, supply chain and embedded finance. The pan-African fund also returned $2.5 million to its Fund I investors in June after 11 exits, putting it in the small group of African managers that have actually returned capital.

 South African fintech Zazu has secured investment from Launch Africa Ventures to accelerate its growth. Beyond fresh capital, the backing gives the startup access to one of Africa's most active early-stage investor networks.

Village Capital has deployed $500,000 from its Africa Ecosystem Catalysts Facility into three Ghanaian startups: Built Financial Technologies, GrowForMe, and SAYeTECH. The funding is part of a broader effort to strengthen Ghana's startup ecosystem by backing overlooked early-stage founders.

Egyptian healthtech startup Reme-D has raised a $1.45 million pre-Series A round to expand its digital healthcare platform. The funding will support product development and growth as demand for tech-enabled care continues to rise.

Egyptian logistics startup Mylerz has raised a $2 million funding round to expand its last-mile delivery network and fulfillment services. The fresh capital comes as e-commerce logistics providers race to keep pace with rising online retail demand.

Botswana's first dedicated technology venture fund has reached a $6.7 million first close. The fund aims to back local startups while helping build a stronger early-stage investment ecosystem in the country.

Moroccan super app Ora Technologies has extended its series A funding to US$10 million after raising an additional US$2 million from local investors. The investment ranks among the country's largest startup funding rounds in recent years.

M-KOPA has secured a $30 million debt facility from Dutch development bank FMO to grow its mobility business. The financing will help put more electric motorcycles on African roads through the company's asset financing model.

GEC+Africa 2026 is happening in Cape Town on September 16-17 as thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and policymakers gather to explore the future of African innovation. More than 2,000 delegates from over 43 countries are expected to attend what organizers describe as the continent's largest entrepreneurship event. Register to attend.

GITEX Nigeria will make its debut from August 31 to September 3 across Abuja and Lagos, convening global tech companies, startups, investors, policymakers, and government leaders around Africa's largest digital economy. Get tickets here.

The Nigeria Fintech Forum 2026 returns to Lagos on July 30, convening founders, financial institutions, investors, and regulators to explore what's next for fintech, payments, and banking. More than 1,700 industry professionals are expected to attend.

Borderless Experience 2026 convenes fintech founders, operators, investors, and ecosystem leaders in Lagos on August 21 for a deep dive into the future of cross-border payments, commerce, and financial infrastructure in Africa. Register your interest here.

VOVE ID has launched a programme to help African startups identify gaps in KYC, KYB, AML, and fraud controls before they slow fundraising, licensing, or market expansion. Applications for the first cohort close on August 20.

Founders Fund Africa has opened applications for its 2026 Creative Economy Accelerator, backing startups building across music, film and media, design, and creative tech. Selected founders will receive between $20,000 and $50,000 in funding, alongside hands-on support to help scale their businesses. Applications close August 28. 

Applications are now open for the iDICE Startup Bridge Growth Lab. It’s a 12-week accelerator for young Nigerian founders between the ages of 18 and 35 who are post-MVP and have some traction. The program offers upfront equity funding of $100,000 for selected participants, plus hands-on scaling support. Apply here by August 19th.

The Milken-Motsepe Prize is offering $2 million in total prizes for African startups building tech-enabled circular economy solutions. Beyond a $1 million grand prize, finalists gain access to investors, mentors, and global industry leaders as they compete to scale businesses that turn waste into value.