FINTECH FUTURES

Fido Secures $30 Million Funding to Expand AI Lending Services in Africa

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 - by Marcus Chen - Leave a Comment

Ghanaian fintech Fido has raised $30 million in a blend of debt and equity to scale its AI-driven lending services across Africa, led by BlueOrchard Finance and FMO. This funding …

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Standard Chartered Evaluates Sale of Wealth and Retail Banking in Africa

February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 - by Sofia Nawab - Leave a Comment

Standard Chartered is exploring the sale of its wealth and retail banking units in Botswana, Uganda, and Zambia to fund investment in wealth management. This move aligns with strategic plans …