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Liberia's Finance Sector Embraces AI Training Workshop
InnovationMay 16

Liberia's Finance Sector Embraces AI Training Workshop

Bloom Bank Africa brought finance professionals together in Monrovia for Liberia's first major AI workshop, signaling the country's commitment to staying ahead in the digital banking revolution. The session focused on responsible AI adoption that puts ethics and customer trust first.

AllAfrica - Innovation2 min read
Liberia Puts Pad Banks in Schools to End Period Poverty
Acts of KindnessJan 29

Liberia Puts Pad Banks in Schools to End Period Poverty

Liberia just installed menstrual pad dispensers in public schools so girls never have to miss class because of their periods. The program will reach over 100,000 girls across three counties.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Liberia Joins Global Climate Finance Network
Planet WinsMay 18

Liberia Joins Global Climate Finance Network

Liberia's Central Bank just earned a seat at the table with 171 countries working to protect economies from climate risks. The West African nation can now tap into cutting-edge research and best practices to build a greener, more resilient financial system.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Kenya's I&M Bank Hits 98% Digital Banking Adoption
InnovationMar 25

Kenya's I&M Bank Hits 98% Digital Banking Adoption

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.

TechCabal2 min read
Nigeria's Central Bank Brings Millions Into Digital Banking
SolutionsApr 20

Nigeria's Central Bank Brings Millions Into Digital Banking

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.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Liberia Clears Official After 10-Month Corruption Probe
Acts of KindnessMar 3

Liberia Clears Official After 10-Month Corruption Probe

After nearly a year of investigation, Liberia's Anti-Corruption Commission has cleared former fisheries director Emma Glassco of all corruption allegations related to World Bank projects. The December clearance vindicates an official who maintained her innocence throughout a politically charged suspension that began in February 2025.

AllAfrica - Environment3 min read
Nigeria's Kuda Bank Gets National License, Opens New Branches
SolutionsJan 29

Nigeria's Kuda Bank Gets National License, Opens New Branches

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.

TechCabal2 min read
Kenya's Top Bank Cuts Fraud 84% With Smarter Tech
SolutionsJun 16

Kenya's Top Bank Cuts Fraud 84% With Smarter Tech

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.

TechCabal2 min read
South African Bank Achieves Zero Fraud in Four Years
SolutionsMar 27

South African Bank Achieves Zero Fraud in Four Years

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.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Liberia Hosts Africa's Top Auditors in Historic Summit
SolutionsMay 18

Liberia Hosts Africa's Top Auditors in Historic Summit

Liberia welcomes 26 of Africa's leading financial watchdogs this week for the continent's first-ever gathering focused on strengthening government accountability and transparency. The five-day summit puts a spotlight on Liberia's innovative audit reform system that's now being adopted across West Africa.

AllAfrica - Headlines3 min read
Banks Ordered to Pay $155K to Fraud Victim, 78
SolutionsApr 22

Banks Ordered to Pay $155K to Fraud Victim, 78

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.

Indian Express3 min read
WHO Honors Liberia's Health Chief for Tobacco Fight
Community HeroesMay 19

WHO Honors Liberia's Health Chief for Tobacco Fight

Liberia's Health Minister Dr. Louise Mapleh Kpoto received a WHO Certificate of Appreciation for her leadership in reducing tobacco harm. The recognition marks Liberia's growing role in global public health efforts.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Nigerian Banks Educate Influencer After Misinformation
Acts of KindnessFeb 20

Nigerian Banks Educate Influencer After Misinformation

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.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Liberia and France Launch Youth Sports Exchange Program
Acts of KindnessMay 2

Liberia and France Launch Youth Sports Exchange Program

Liberia and France just opened doors for young athletes and coaches to train internationally, bringing world-class sports expertise to West Africa. The new partnership could make Liberia one of the first English-speaking African nations in a major European sports development program.

AllAfrica - Headlines3 min read
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SolutionsMar 3

Liberia President Funds $50K Research Lab From Own Salary

Liberia's President Joseph Boakai is donating $50,000 from his voluntary salary cut to build a modern research laboratory at the University of Liberia. The gift, celebrated by 469 new graduates, marks a historic investment in the nation's post-war academic recovery.

AllAfrica - Innovation2 min read
South African Banks Win Travel Loyalty Through Innovation
InnovationMay 5

South African Banks Win Travel Loyalty Through Innovation

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.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
Nigeria Caps Phone Changes to Fight Banking Fraud
SolutionsMar 14

Nigeria Caps Phone Changes to Fight Banking Fraud

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.

TechCabal2 min read
Kenya Clears Path for Fintech Growth With New Banking Laws
SolutionsFeb 25

Kenya Clears Path for Fintech Growth With New Banking Laws

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.

TechCabal3 min read
African Banks and Fintechs Unite to Scale Financial Access
SolutionsMay 1

African Banks and Fintechs Unite to Scale Financial Access

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.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Japan and UN Help Liberia Save New Mothers and Babies
Acts of KindnessApr 28

Japan and UN Help Liberia Save New Mothers and Babies

A $7,000 donation of essential supplies is helping Liberia's busiest maternity hospital provide safer care during their peak season. The partnership between Japan, the UN, and Liberia is making childbirth safer in a country working hard to reduce maternal deaths.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read

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