Zeepay Expands Mobile Money Service to Ivory Coast, Strengthening Presence in Africa

Ghanaian fintech startup Zeepay is expanding its mobile money service to Ivory Coast starting next month. The CEO, Andrew Takyi-Appiah, stated that Zeepay Mobile Money will facilitate remittances for both sending and receiving in the country. This move marks Zeepay’s entry into multiple other countries, including Gambia, Zambia, and Ethiopia. According to Zeepay CEO Andrew … Read more

Bank of Ghana suspends Forex Licenses of Fidelity Bank and First National Bank

 The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has fined Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited and First National Bank Ghana Limited a combined 1000 penalty points each for breaching sections 3.4, 3.5, and 3.9 of the Ghana Interbank Forex Market Conduct rules. “By this notice, we caution forex market players including banks, forex bureaus, forex brokers, and money transfer … Read more

AirtelTigo Rebrands as AT: Simplifying Telecommunications for Customers

AirtelTigo has changed its name to AT starting from June 22, 2023. In 2017, Airtel and Tigo merged to become AirtelTigo. They have been providing various telecommunication services like data, mobile money, and voice services. The new name, AT, will be used for all sub-brands like ATMoney, AT Business, AT Premier, and AT Insurance. The … Read more

10 Effective Marketing Tips for Local Shops in Africa: Boost Sales and Build Community Engagement (2023)

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Marketing plays a crucial role in the success of any business, including local shops in Africa. In a competitive market, effective marketing strategies can help local shops attract customers, build brand awareness, and drive sales. Here are some actionable marketing tips specifically tailored for local shops in Africa; Embrace Local Culture and Identity Celebrate the … Read more

IS BITCOIN THE NEW CURRENCY?

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Even though it comes with its own problems and solution, the question and solution still lies in your hands SHOULD YOU BUY BITCOIN? It might seem a bit sceptical for some time but sure enough, when you get to understand the benefits and how in the new future it will become the new medium of exchange you would, but however, if you still feel you need more convincing due to your experience with most especially fraud and other exchange rate companies you are free to back out. Bitcoin might be the new currency in the new future let’s see how it turns out.

HOW TO START A NEW BUSINESS IN GHANA

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Lots of people want to start a business whether a sole proprietor or a partnership. Even the current government encourages entrepreneurship, starting a small business to carter for oneself in the current situation. To be able to start a business there is the need to do some survey and registration for the business to be … Read more

Kosmos Innovation Centre awards two startups US$100,000 seed funds

The Kosmos Innovation Centre (KIC) has awarded two startup businesses which emerged winners of the 2020 edition of its AgriTech Challenge US$100,000 to invest into development and upscale their business plan. On top of the US$50,000 seed funds to each of the two winners, the two businesses also stand to benefit from four years of continuous business … Read more