Growing

Airtel Africa has launched Airtel Africa Telesonic Limited (‘Telesonic’), a cutting-edge fibre bandwidth service. By leveraging ground fibre assets and submarine cable systems, Telesonic aims to provide terrestrial fibre and submarine cable solutions, ushering in a new era of digital connectivity.

Absa, a prominent financial institution based in Johannesburg, South Africa, has unveiled ChatWallet, a groundbreaking wallet accessible directly through WhatsApp. This introduction heralds a new era of digital banking convenience, underscoring Absa's commitment to inclusive banking.

Telecel Group, a prominent player in Africa's telecommunications landscape, has embarked on a strategic expansion initiative in West Africa, bolstered by a $20 million investment secured through a partnership with Africa Credit Opportunities Fund (ACOF).

Founded in 2018 as SOL Wallet, SOLmate has swiftly become a beacon of financial innovation. The startup offers a comprehensive digital payment platform, complete with a digital wallet, an account number, and a Mastercard-powered linked debit card.