Stablecoins drive Africa’s growing crypto economy
By Lezeth Khoza, Junior journalist Johannesburg, 29 Oct 2026 Philip Adiamah, regional manager for Africa at Chainalysis (Image source: supplied).
Kukah, Nnaji lead AI drive to bridge Africa’s digital divide
Veritas University, Abuja, the Catholic University of Nigeria, has established Veritas Enterprise, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven business initiative designed to tackle poverty, bridge the digital divide and expand access to essential services across Africa
Afreximbank, EABC to drive 1.6bn consumer market via Africa Trade Gateway
Small and medium enterprises, including major exporters across the continent, have received a major boost through cooperation between the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the East African Business Council (EABC)
Safaricom to drive Africa’s digital transformation agenda on AI, SMEs and public services
News Safaricom to drive Africa’s digital transformation agenda on AI, SMEs and public services Friday 25th September, 2026 10:14 AM| Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa during a past event. PHOTO/@SafaricomPLC/X
Swedfund invests USD 20 million to drive climate action and green business growth in Africa
Swedfund is investing USD 20 million in the Helios Climate, Energy, Adaptation and Resilience (CLEAR) Fund to support efforts that limit climate change and help communities adapt to its effects. The fund backs African companies that reduce emissions, strengthen resilience and create green jobs.Africa contributes less than three percent of global carbon emissions but faces…
AI and Investment Drive a New Era of Korea-Africa Cooperation | Business
Korea and Africa are preparing to deepen a 20-year economic partnership as ministers, investors, development leaders and technology innovators gather in Seoul for the 8th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation Ministerial Conference. Taking place from 8 to 11 September under the theme ‘Harnessing AI and Digital Infrastructure for Africa’s Transformation,’ the event will focus on using technology,…
AmCham Business Summit to drive U.S.–East Africa trade and investment opportunities across 7 high-growth sectors
Kenya – The American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham Kenya) will host the AmCham Business Summit 2026 on September 9–10, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya, to advance investment, trade, and commercial cooperation between the United States and East Africa