Standard Chartered Bank Kenya and Prudential Life have teamed up to launch LivLife and Future Ready—two elite insurance plans targeting Kenya’s affluent. The products offer long-term...
Standard Chartered and BII have rolled out a $100 million trade finance facility to uplift SMEs in Kenya and Tanzania. The move targets women-led businesses and...
MTN Uganda has announced plans to spin off its mobile money business into a separate fintech firm. The July 23, 2025 move aims to boost innovation...
SBM Bank Kenya has launched SBM Bancassurance to offer affordable, simplified insurance. The new unit promises integrated financial solutions tailored to Kenyans’ daily needs.
Kenya’s stalled Conflict of Interest Bill has triggered a major funding freeze by the World Bank. Treasury CS John Mbadi confirmed a Sh97 billion budget shortfall...
Safaricom has surpassed 50 million customers, marking a major milestone ahead of its 25th anniversary. The telco credits its success to strong customer engagement, M-Pesa growth,...
Equity Bank has partnered with IFC and Goldman Sachs to empower Kenyan women entrepreneurs through world-class business training. The 20-week program offers free access to the...
Kenya’s stalled oil sector gets a fresh boost as Gulf Energy steps in through its subsidiary Auron Energy. The acquisition may help unlock long-awaited commercial production...
The Central Bank of the Democratic Republic of Congo is spearheading reforms to strengthen financial oversight and promote monetary stability. Its latest directives aim to modernize...
Ethiopia is set to launch its first-ever domestic credit card system by late July 2025, marking a major milestone in digital finance. The rollout—powered by SanuPay,...