Mobile lender Tala has been named one of the hottest fintech companies in 2026 in the 11th Annual Forbes Fintech 50 list.
Tala’s Founder and CEO, Shivani Siroya, was also recognized among America’s 250 Greatest Innovators for her role in disrupting finance and reshaping access to credit.
“Being recognized by Forbes...
Stima DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (Stima Sacco) has launched a fully fledged insurance subsidiary, Mpawa Insurance Brokerage, marking its entry into the broader insurance brokerage business.
The new unit transitions from the former Mpawa Insurance Agency into a licensed brokerage, in line with the Sacco’s 2022–2026 strategic plan aimed at revenue...
Why end-to-end solutions are shaping the next phase of renewable growthRelyEZ has positioned its Africa strategy around an end-to-end approach to energy storage, delivering both integrated project solutions and standalone equipmentAfrica’s renewable energy expansion is accelerating, led by solar deployment across East, West, and Southern Africa. Yet as generation capacity grows, the continent’s central challenge is shifting...
Climate change, biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation are no longer just environmental challenges; they are now central to how investors assess resilience and long-term returns.Nature underpins large parts of the global economy, from water security and food systems to infrastructure and climate resilience. Yet according to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) the global biodiversity finance gap...
KOOLBOKS’ JOURNEY TO BUILD RESILIENT COLD-CHAIN INFRASTRUCTURE ACROSS AFRICA
What if a simple cooling device could unlock income, cut food waste, and strengthen entire communities? In this edition, we explore the story of Koolboks, co-founded by Ayoola Dominic, and how a...
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By George Marenya
What if the biggest barrier to financial security in Kenya isn’t cost—but perception? The reality is that in Kenya and most African countries, insurance is seen as a product for the privileged few and often perceived as an afterthought rather than...
The Frontier Disconnect: Energy Events Industry Must Hire and Promote AfricansIf energy events claim to shape Africa’s future, then they must be hosted on African soil, hire Africans and place the continent at the center of global decision-makingAs global interest in African energy resources continues to grow, an unfortunate trend has emerged: Africa-focused energy events are increasingly...
A new front line for privacy to keep your moments truly yours
Our phones are our most personal space, but we use them in the least private places. On the bus, in the elevator, and wherever we’re waiting in line, our digital laundry gets aired in plain view. And as phones become more tailored...
Jambojet, Africa’s leading low-cost airline, was recently awarded “Most Compelling Story” at The Aviation Challenge in Copenhagen – a global initiative recognising innovation in sustainable aviation.
The award celebrates Jambojet’s partnership with Plastiki Rafiki, a student-led initiative that collaborated with artisans from Mathare to upcycle over 1,000kg of plastic waste into useful products, such as keychains and fridge magnets – all...
Kigali's Urban Lifestyle Hotel, Where Champions Thrive, Enters New Chapter withGlobal Hospitality Brand
Zaria Court Kigali is now officially open as part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking a transformative milestone for Rwanda's first urban lifestyle hotel and reinforcing the nation's expanding presence in the global hospitality landscape. This new chapter brings together Zaria...
