Crypto Boom Exposes Cyber Risk in Africa’s Fast-Growing Digital Economy

Uganda Police have identified key tactics used by cyber hackers to defraud financial institutions and customers. With billions of shillings lost, the report details how these criminals operate and recommends security measures.

Africa's booming crypto market, which saw $205 billion in transactions, faces mounting cyber risks from fraud and hacking. Experts urge ...

Japheth Aritho, managing director of Airtel Money, speaks at the launch of the new Easy Float loan product at Fairway Hotel

Airtel Money launches Easy Float loan to address agent cash needs

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

30/10/2025

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Japheth Aritho, managing director of Airtel Money, speaks at the launch of the new Easy Float loan product at Fairway ...

Wendi, FlexiPay link up in deal to end financial digital ‘walls’

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/10/2025

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Pearl Bank Managing Director Julius Kakeeto and Stanbic Bank Managing Director Mumba Kenneth Kalifungwa, back row, pose with Priscilla Akora, ...

Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba emphasizes the need for financial institutions to embrace the fintech revolution for economic transformation and inclusion.

Bank of Uganda unveils ‘SupTech’ system to enhance regulatory oversight

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/09/2025

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Michael Atingi-Ego, Deputy Governor of Bank of Uganda (PHOTO/Courtesy) KAMPALA, Uganda — The Bank of Uganda has launched a new ...

PawaPay and Airtel Money Africa team up to launch a new remittance service, making it easier for Ugandans to receive money from abroad directly to their mobile wallets.

Data, Mobile Money Drive Airtel’s Q1 Earnings in East Africa

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

29/07/2025

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Airtel Africa's CEO highlights data and mobile money as key drivers behind strong revenue growth across East Africa in the ...

40 Days 40 FinTechs – Zambia & Malawi Edition Wrap-Up, featuring COMESA Business Council CEO, Teddy Soobramanien.

CBC CEO Applauds Impact of Include EveryOne Program, Commits to Regional Expansion

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

26/05/2025

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40 Days 40 FinTechs – Zambia & Malawi Edition Wrap-Up, featuring COMESA Business Council CEO, Teddy Soobramanien. The COMESA Business ...

Save and Remit, a Zambian FinTech, digitizes traditional savings groups, empowering women and boosting financial inclusion across Africa by providing a secure digital platform

Zambian FinTech Digitzes Savings Groups, Boosting Financial Inclusion for Women

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

16/05/2025

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Save and Remit, a Zambian FinTech, digitizes traditional savings groups, empowering women and boosting financial inclusion across Africa by providing ...

Fredrick Alban, co-founder and CTO of Robust365

Robust365 provides digital finance tools for Zambian MSMEs

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

10/05/2025

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Fredrick Alban, co-founder and CTO of Robust365 LUSAKA, Zambia — Robust365, a financial technology company, is providing micro, small, and ...

iZyane InovSolutions in Zambia innovates mobile banking and payment platforms, including a COMESA-wide system, to boost financial inclusion

Zambian Firm iZyane aims to bridge financial inclusion gap

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

28/04/2025

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iZyane InovSolutions in Zambia innovates mobile banking and payment platforms, including a COMESA-wide system, to boost financial inclusion LUSAKA, Zambia ...

Virginia Jere, Head of Marketing at Airtel Money Malawi

Airtel Money accounts for majority of Malawi’s mobile transactions

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

22/04/2025

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Virginia Jere, Head of Marketing at Airtel Money Malawi LILONGWE, Malawi — Airtel Money has become a central driver of ...

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