Malawi’s President, Lazarus Chakwera, has taken a bold step to address the economic challenges facing his country. In a move aimed at reducing public spending and alleviating the strain on the country’s economy, Chakwera has implemented a travel ban on himself and his government. This decision comes in the wake of the International Monetary Fund…
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, unveiled a comprehensive plan on Wednesday to train three million technical talents within the next four years. This ambitious initiative, if successful, could significantly contribute to President Bola Tinubu’s vision of generating one million tech jobs in the initial two years of his administration. The…
Amidst the dynamic shifts in the financial circle, the lending industry stands transformed, thanks to the ingenuity of fintech pioneers. The latest trailblazer in this revolution is SeedFi, an innovative digital lending platform dedicated to elevating financial access, championing responsible lending, and nurturing financial literacy. Join us in this blog post as we explore the…
Google has launched a new generative AI search experience in Africa, called Search Generative Experience (SGE). The opt-in experiment is currently available in English on Chrome desktop and the latest version of the Google App on Android and iOS. SGE uses AI to deliver an overview of key information to consider at the top of…
If you need cash for an emergency but you’re having trouble qualifying for more established loan apps, Ultracash might work for you. But be careful: This online loan app often has super-high interest rates. Pros Cons What is Ultracash loan app? Ultracash is an online loan app that offers short-term loans to Nigerians for emergency…
Palmpay is one of Nigeria’s largest finance apps with over 25 million active users. For one reason or another, you might need to delete your PalmPay account in other to protect your privacy. Here is a guide on how to do that. How to Delete Your PalmPay Account If you no longer want to use…
In a bold departure from conventional norms, the 23-year-old co-founder of Kiakia Africa, Philip’s Adepoju, has embarked on an unconventional journey that challenges age-related expectations and societal conventions. Fueled by the challenging landscape of entrepreneurship and the difficulties of securing venture capital, he has made a groundbreaking decision: to identify as a 3-year-old founder. In…
BasiGo, the Kenyan e-mobility startup, has been awarded a generous grant of $1.5 million (equivalent to KES 227 million) by USAID to bolster its operations in Rwanda. This strategic investment is poised to make a significant impact on the electrification of public transport in the country. The primary focus of this grant is to support…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has announced that the updated list of licensed loan apps operating in Nigeria now stands at 211. Of the 211 digital lenders, 172 have full approval, while 39 have conditional approvals. This is a slight increase from the 204 licensed digital lenders as of September. The FCCPC, under…
The Canada High Commission to Nigeria in Abuja, on Monday, announced that it has suspended operations its operation in Nigeria until further notice and issued a warning against non-essential travel to the country, NairaMetrics is reporting. The embassy issued a travel advisory, wearing against non-essential travel to Nigeria, including Abuja “due to the unpredictable security…