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Africa's fintech revolution is entering a new phase where apps won't just track your spending—they'll help you make better financial decisions before you make them. Marcello Schermer from Yoco believes the next generation of African fintech will act as proactive partners, not passive recorders.
A pan-African payments company just raised ₦10 billion in two days, proving investors believe in homegrown solutions for Africa's financial future. Nairagram's record-breaking fundraise will expand payment access across 37 countries where millions still struggle to send and receive money.
Onafriq is using stablecoins to send money across 40 African countries in minutes instead of days, cutting costs and delays that have plagued traditional banking for decades. The shift could transform how millions access faster, cheaper payments across the continent.
A new African fintech startup just processed $2 million in four months by solving a problem that's held back entrepreneurs for years: getting paid across borders. HitchPay is growing 22% monthly while serving 20,000 customers who can finally compete in the global economy.
After years of restructuring and tough decisions, African fintech Chipper Cash stopped burning cash and reached operating profitability in late 2024. The turnaround shows how focusing on sustainable growth can save even struggling tech companies.