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In Nigeria, fintech giant Flutterwave and the Activate Success International Foundation announced a partnership on Wednesday, April 29, to support more than 30,000 young entrepreneurs. The initiative will provide payment tools and targeted training to help business owners run their operations and accept international payments. As of 2025, more than 50 million naira has already been disbursed to fund projects and support startup creation.
In Nigeria, paying for games and digital services remains a major challenge for many gamers. To address this, content creator PlaywithTomide has partnered with OneDosh, a platform that simplifies international payments. The aim is to provide a reliable solution that integrates easily into gamers’ habits, making transactions simpler and more seamless.
The UK-Nigeria Tech Hub has launched a fund to develop digital and AI skills across Nigeria’s film, fashion and music sectors, aiming to support creators and deepen collaboration with the UK. The initiative seeks to help professionals use technology to create, innovate and scale their businesses in the creative industries.
The international fintech platform Yuno announced on Tuesday, April 28, that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Nigerian fintech firm Flutterwave to facilitate expansion into African markets. With a single integration, merchants can now instantly accept card, bank transfer and mobile money payments across multiple countries. The collaboration reduces costs and technical overhead, making it easier for international companies to access the African digital economy through a centralized dashboard.
Gambian startup Ba2kayIce has launched “Safe Gambia,” a web app aimed at improving public safety. The free tool allows residents and tourists to report incidents in real time, using user-generated data to help protect communities and visitors. The initiative seeks to strengthen security systems by encouraging public participation.
At the “Future of Commerce” summit held on Wednesday, April 22, in Lagos, delivery platform Glovo and industry experts called for closer collaboration to drive innovation.
The initiative aims to support Nigerian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their shift to the digital economy. By improving access to digital tools and payment systems, participants hope to create a more inclusive business environment and boost trade across the country.
From June 17 to 20, Viva Technology marks its 10th anniversary at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, bringing together 180,000 participants, 14,000 startups and 3,600 investors. The event gathers the global tech ecosystem around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital health and sustainability, aiming to drive innovation, partnerships and investment.
European venture capital firm Speedinvest is launching its first fund focused on growth-stage companies in the Middle East and Africa, backed by the Qatar Investment Authority, Mubadala and the European Investment Bank. With $1.4 billion in assets under management, the initiative strengthens ties between Europe and the Middle East and Africa, giving founders direct access to a global network of experts and strategic investors.
Qubators, a Christian network of technology experts and innovators, is launching AI Foundry — a free, intensive program designed to help students and young professionals move beyond using artificial intelligence tools to building applications. Guided by mentors, participants design, develop, and launch real-world products through a structured “learn, build, earn” path, ending with a project showcase to connect them with growth and funding opportunities.
Google has selected 15 African startups for the 10th cohort of its accelerator program focused on artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. The companies will benefit from mentoring, hands-on workshops and technical support without taking equity from April through June 2026.
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Venture capital firm Propeller is launching Kernel Camp, an eight-week program to be held in May 2026 in Silicon Valley, bringing together five deep-tech startups from Tunisia, Morocco, Jordan and Egypt. Founders will gain access to mentorship, workshops, and sessions with leading engineers, investors and operators. The program aims to help them establish a lasting foothold in the global AI ecosystem and accelerate their growth.
Kredete, a participant in the Visa Africa accelerator, is launching a credit card backed by U.S. dollar-denominated stablecoins for Africans and the African diaspora. Accepted in 50 countries by 150 million merchants, it enables international spending without high foreign-exchange fees or currency volatility. The initiative is now expanding to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Tulupay is launching a preview of its pan-African financial operating system, a platform that connects banks, mobile money services, and blockchain networks. Built to streamline cross-border payments and reduce costs, it aims to make intra-African transactions more efficient. With integrated digital identity and compliance features, Tulupay is positioning itself as a secure, unified financial infrastructure for the continent.
Qualcomm has unveiled 10 African startups selected from more than 1,200 applicants for the 2026 edition of its Make in Africa mentorship program. They will receive free support, including business coaching and technical guidance on edge AI, the Internet of Things, and Arduino, as well as a grant for each startup and additional funding for the most impactful social project.