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Talaty, a Moroccan fintech startup, has secured new funding to expand its innovative AI-driven lending solutions for SMBs. Founded in 2022, the company aims to revolutionize credit assessments, reduce default rates, and enhance financial inclusion across Morocco and Francophone Africa.

In July 2025, Nigerians quietly regained something many had been missing for years: the ability to make international payments with their bank cards. Subscriptions began working again, foreign tools became easier to pay for, and online checkouts stopped failing as often.
While that didn’t solve the

Holiverse prioritizes philosophy over marketing, emphasizing authenticity and independent thought over mere technology. Its mission challenges users to explore deeper questions about identity and purpose amidst superficial promises.

Kenya's Office of the Data Protection Commissioner warns citizens to be cautious when registering for the WorldCoin program, as it involves sensitive personal data. With 350,000 Kenyans already signed up for free tokens, the initiative aims to provide digital identification amidst AI advancements.

NestCoin has launched Onboard, a digital finance platform designed to connect Africans with the global economy. The platform emphasizes user involvement in product development and offers a self-custody wallet for managing digital assets.

Nigerian fintech Grey has raised $2 million to enhance its virtual currency services for digital workers. This includes free foreign bank accounts, easy currency conversion, and expanded operations in East Africa, starting in Kenya.

Lulalend, a South African fintech focusing on digital lending for SMEs, secured $35 million in Series B funding to expand operations and address the credit deficit among underserved businesses. The investment will enhance its offerings, including an AI-driven neo-bank for SMEs.

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe launched a gold-backed digital currency on May 8, 2023, to stabilize the declining Zimbabwe dollar and offer an investment alternative. This initiative aims to expand economic value-preserving instruments and combat inflation.

Khazna, an Egyptian fintech startup, has secured $16 million in pre-Series B funding for domestic growth and expansion into Saudi Arabia. The company, founded in 2020, aims to enhance financial inclusion in the MENA region, targeting user deposits and cross-border services.

Visa has unveiled its latest initiative, the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program, aimed at supporting and empowering Africa’s expanding startup ecosystem.
According to the fintech giant, the program offers expertise, connections, technology, and investment funding to enable the growth and