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M-Pesa and Beyond: The Evolution of Mobile Money in Africa
African Fintech
M-Pesa and Beyond: The Evolution of Mobile Money in Africa
From M-Pesa's 2007 launch to API-driven payment gateways, here's the complete story of mobile money in Africa: its history, impact, and what comes next.
O Oscar Mwangi · Jun 17, 2026
The African Fintech Ecosystem: A 2026 Guide to Hubs, Funding, and Infrastructure
African Fintech
The African Fintech Ecosystem: A 2026 Guide to Hubs, Funding, and Infrastructure
The African fintech ecosystem in 2026: Big Four hubs, VC funding trends, B2B infrastructure plays, embedded finance, and what investors need to know right now.
O Oscar Mwangi · May 25, 2026
DTB Wearables: Kenya’s First Banking-Backed NFC Devices and the Future of Cashless Payments
African Fintech
DTB Wearables: Kenya’s First Banking-Backed NFC Devices and the Future of Cashless Payments
DTB Wearables are Kenya's first NFC payment devices backed by banking. Here's how they work, what they cost, and what they mean for cashless payments in Africa.
O Oscar Mwangi · May 8, 2026
Digital Lending in Nigeria: How It Works and What Borrowers Should Know
African Fintech
Digital Lending in Nigeria: How It Works and What Borrowers Should Know
Digital lending in Nigeria is booming, but it comes with real risks. Here's your complete guide to the platforms, regulations, and what to watch out for.
O Oscar Mwangi · May 8, 2026
African Fintech Startups to Watch in 2026
African Fintech
African Fintech Startups to Watch in 2026
Meet the African fintech startups reshaping payments, credit, banking, and insurance in 2026. Here's who's building the continent's financial future.
O Oscar Mwangi · Apr 28, 2026