Chimgozirim Nwokoma

Operating in 8 countries, Nigerian fintech, SeerBit, wants to build the future of payments

Founded in 2020, Nigerian fintech startup, SeerBit, builds payment solutions for businesses and individuals in Africa. With a presence in 12 countries, it hopes to become the payment option of choice for Africa.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

4 days ago

Social Media

How social media influenced Nigeria’s 2023 elections

There are more than 30 million social media users in Nigeria, but with smartphone and Internet penetration expected to rise, how will social media affect political processes in Nigeria?

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

6 days ago

Ecosystem

How African startups raised venture capital funding in February 2023

African startups raised $675 million in February 2023, according to Intelligence by Techpoint. Here's what that looks like.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

2 weeks ago

Fintech

SVB-backed Chipper Cash is reportedly considering a sale

African cross-border payments startup, Chipper Cash, is reportedly considering a sale. Since December 2022, the startup has laid off more than 100 employees as tech companies reel from the decline in venture capital funding.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

2 weeks ago

Fintech

FairMoney acquires PayForce to extend digital banking services to merchants

FairMoney has acquired PayForce to provide its banking services to merchants.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

2 weeks ago

Governance & Policy

CBN affirms that old ₦‎200, ₦‎500, and ₦‎1,000 remain legal tender

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued an official statement endorsing the use of old banknotes as legal tender.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

2 weeks ago

Governance & Policy

One week after the Supreme Court ruling, Nigerians remain stranded as the CBN is yet to issue a statement

Despite a Supreme Court ruling, the CBN's silence over the status of old naira notes means many Nigerians remain stranded.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

2 weeks ago

Equity Merchants

“It’s a good idea to look at the investment process as a marriage” — Miishe Addy on how founders should approach raising venture capital

Miishe Addy has raised more than $15 million for her cross-border logistics startup, and in this piece, shares her experience and thoughts on the fundraising process.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

3 weeks ago

Startups

Can CcHub’s $15 million accelerator programme spark an edtech revolution in Africa?

CcHub has launched a $15 million accelerator programme, but can it drive an edtech revolution in Africa?

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

3 weeks ago

Governance & Policy

Nigeria’s Central Bank issues open banking operational guidelines

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued operational guidelines for open banking.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

3 weeks ago

Fintech

Small businesses are redefining the role of POS agents in Nigeria

As cash shortages continue across Nigeria, small and medium-sized businesses are changing their processes and POS agents have not been left out.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

3 weeks ago

Governance & Policy

Supreme Court orders old naira notes to remain legal tender until December 2023

Old naira notes will remain legal tender until December 31, 2023 according to a ruling by the Supreme Court.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

3 weeks ago

Startups

Kenyan court releases frozen Flutterwave funds

Kenya's Asset Recovery Agency has withdrawn its case against Flutterwave, allowing the startup to access more than $51 million frozen since 2022.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

4 weeks ago

Equity Merchants

Here’s how to know if your startup is venture capital (VC) worthy

Although interest in African startups continues to grow, not every startup can receive venture capital investment. Here's how to find out where your startup stands.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

1 month ago

Fintech

M-Pesa eyes global remittance market with Amazon partnership

M-Pesa serves more than 50 million people in Africa. Now it's turning its eyes to the remittance market.

Chimgozirim Nwokoma

1 month ago

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