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Nearly all of Kenya's I&M Bank customers now handle their banking digitally, marking a milestone that signals Africa's banking revolution is complete. The shift proves mobile-first banking has become the norm, not the exception, across East Africa.
Nigeria's Central Bank is launching a pilot program to make digital finance safer and more accessible for millions of young people and small businesses. The move could transform how everyday Nigerians send money, get paid, and grow their businesses.
Digital bank Kuda just earned a major upgrade that will bring physical support centers to customers across Nigeria. The move shows how successful fintechs are bridging the gap between digital convenience and in-person service.
Team Canada's Matt Dunstone is on fire at the world men's curling championship, clinching his third consecutive victory with a stunning comeback against China. The Winnipeg skipper's four-point surge in the ninth end sealed an 8-4 win and pushed Canada into a tie for third place.
Kenya's largest bank slashed fraud losses by 84% and stopped over 40% more scams in 2025, even as it fired double the employees for insider theft. The turnaround shows how investing in security technology is paying off for African banks.
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A small South African digital bank has accomplished something remarkable: zero card fraud and zero phishing since launching in 2021. Bank Zero's success proves that fighting financial crime is about design choices, not just technology budgets.
In a rare banking accountability win, India's central bank has ordered five major banks to compensate a 78-year-old fraud victim for failing to monitor suspicious accounts. The regulatory decision could reshape how banks protect customers from digital scams.
A banking association in Nigeria turned a misinformation crisis into an educational moment when a popular content creator spread false claims about banks shutting down. The professional response led to a full retraction and public apology.
A groundbreaking study reveals that strategic tree planting across Canada's northern boreal forest could remove five times the country's annual carbon emissions by 2100. The research offers a clear roadmap for Canada to achieve carbon neutrality while restoring vital forest ecosystems.
Canada defeated China 4-3 in a nail-biting wheelchair curling final at the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympics, with the winning stone thrown in the final 2.8 seconds. The victory marks Canada's fourth Paralympic gold in the sport and their first in 12 years.
A new partnership in Canada is helping medical innovations reach patients faster by connecting inventors directly with hospitals and doctors. The collaboration could strengthen healthcare while keeping innovation dollars in Canada.
Canada made history Friday as the 2026 World Cup came to Toronto with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring homegrown legends Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé. Fans in red flooded the streets, breaking into spontaneous renditions of "O Canada" as the largest World Cup ever began.
Canada just unveiled an ambitious roadmap to harvest clean energy from ocean winds, tides, and waves—enough to power millions of homes while creating 12 billion dollars in economic growth. The plan could transform coastal communities and position Canada as a global leader in marine renewable technology.
Standard Bank turned everyday banking into a travel rewards engine, proving that Africa's biggest innovations come from solving real challenges. Their approach shows how banks can deepen customer relationships by connecting financial habits to lifestyle dreams.
After more than two decades shaping Canada's hockey success, Doug Armstrong is passing the torch to fresh leadership. His planned departure follows five World Championship medals and contributions to multiple Olympic golds.
Nigeria's central bank is limiting phone number changes on bank accounts to just once in a lifetime starting May 2026. The bold move aims to protect 68 million Nigerians from fraudsters who exploit phone numbers to hijack bank accounts.
Kenya's Central Bank is rewriting its banking laws to finally welcome fintech companies into the regulated fold. The move could end years of uncertainty that kept promising startups in legal limbo while banks and telcos dominated.
United Bank for Africa brought together 20+ fintech leaders, payment giants, and regulators in Lagos to forge a new era of collaboration over competition. The shift could unlock banking access for millions across the continent.
Canada crushed Qatar 6-0 to secure their first men's World Cup victory in history, with Jonathan David scoring a hat-trick. The historic win at Vancouver's BC Place sends Canada to the knockout round for the first time ever.
Team Canada captured Olympic gold in men's curling, defeating Great Britain 9-6 after officials cleared them of cheating allegations. The victory marks Canada's fourth Olympic gold in the sport and their first since 2014.
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