The Compliance Cost: Can Africa Build a Regulatory Home for Its Fintechs? – TechAfrica News
Why would a startup in Cairo or Lagos choose to incorporate in Delaware when the tools to build at home are finally…
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Dtec Partners JetBrains to Equip UAE Startups with AI Developer Tools – TechAfrica News
Under the initiative, selected startups within Dtec will receive up to 10 commercial subscriptions to JetBrains” intelligent tools entirely free…
African Fintech Nearpays Earns Global AI for Good Innovation Award – TechAfrica News
Nearpays received the Innovation Factory”s $20,000 cash prize, with the recognition also providing access to a global network of investors,…
Evon Labs Launches HealthX Catalyst to Scale Health-Tech Startups Across Africa Ahead of Demo Day 2026 – TechAfrica News
Throughout this period, participants receive personalised and group mentorship from seasoned professionals across the healthcare, technology, and business sectors. Evon…
Saudi Arabia Unveils 10 Startups Selected for DISAI 2026 AI Innovation Program – TechAfrica News
During the program, participants will receive expert mentorship from Qualcomm and Aramco, access technical platforms and tools, benefit from entrepreneurship…
Mastercard Introduces AI and Fintech Startup Program Backed by UAE Digital Economy Office – TechAfrica News
The initiative connects high-potential AI and fintech startups with leading financial institutions, ecosystem partners and investors through the technology company’s…
Djezzy Unveils AI Cloud Platform in Landmark Partnership with Algeria Venture and Taubyte – TechAfrica News
The platform is expected to provide a secure and scalable environment for artificial intelligence development, while also expanding access to…
Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Announces 15 Startups for Class 10 Cohort – TechAfrica News
The programme highlights startups working across fintech, agritech, health tech, mobility, and SaaS, with a shared focus on using artificial…
Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator Hits Milestone 104 Startups Supported, Launches New Cohort – TechAfrica News
Marking a major milestone for the program, Visa also announced that the accelerator has now supported more than 100 startups…
Qualcomm Selects 10 Startups for 2026 Make in Africa Mentorship Program – TechAfrica News
The selected startups were chosen from over 1,200 applications spanning 45 countries, reflecting growing interest in technology-driven solutions addressing Africa’s…
KashNow Strengthens Fintech Position with Egypt Startup Label Approval – TechAfrica News
The approval reflects growing confidence in KashNow’s vision to deliver smarter and more accessible financial solutions. KashNow has announced a…
Cybervergent Secures $3M Seed Funding to Expand AI-Driven Compliance Platform in Africa – TechAfrica News
The funding will support Cybervergent’s expansion in Africa and the Middle East, while further developing its AI capabilities to operationalize…
Africa’s Delta40 Raises $20M to Back Startups with Capital and Hands-On Support – TechAfrica News
Through this model, Delta40 partners with founders from idea to scale across energy & mobility, agriculture, and fintech—with a goal…
Rwandan Fintech Kayko Secures $1.2M Seed Funding to Unlock SME Access to Finance – TechAfrica News
The new funding will allow Kayko to strengthen its infrastructure, expand data-driven lending and credit scoring, and convert everyday business…
Fintech Startup Spare Raises $5M to Accelerate Open Banking in MENA – TechAfrica News
The newly secured investment will be used to expand the company’s connectivity with banks and financial institutions across the region,…
Zain Funds AI-Based Ed-Tech Startup UNIFLIX with 15,000 JOD – TechAfrica News
Zain’s initiatives aim to empower national talents and entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into tangible projects with a positive impact…
CcHUB and Mastercard Backs 12 EdTech Startups with $100K Grants Each to Revolutionize Education Across Africa – TechAfrica News
The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship has reached 676,145 learners in Nigeria, with 84% of beneficiaries being children and youth, the…
i3 Backs 7 Healthtech Startups to Reinvent Healthcare in Africa – TechAfrica News
i3 selects 7 growth-stage startups to scale tech-driven pharmacy innovations across Africa, aiming to improve healthcare access and outcomes. Investing…