Visa fintech accelerator

Visa Launches 4th Africa Fintech Accelerator: Will This Program Shape Next Generation Payments?

Nairobi, Kenya – Global payments giant Visa has unveiled its fourth cohort of the Africa Fintech Accelerator, selecting 12 startups from over 1,200 applicants across the continent for a intensive 12-week program that includes up to $2 million in funding and direct integration opportunities with Visa’s global network. This year’s program focuses squarely on real-world asset tokenization, cross-border payments,…

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Kenya & South Africa Dominate Africa’s Private Capital Boom in 2024—Here’s Why Investors Can’t Get Enough!

In 2024, Africa’s private capital investment landscape has seen remarkable growth, with Kenya and South Africa emerging as the continent’s frontrunners. These two nations have become the epicenters of venture capital, private equity, and other forms of private investments, driving innovation, job creation, and economic transformation. But what’s behind this surge? Why are Kenya and…

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