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Afolabi Ijaoba

Perennially curious and always searching for practical solutions around advancements in technology and economic growth. Also obsessed with growth and African startups

UPDATED: Nigerian Government suspends Twitter amid row over President's deleted tweets

UPDATED: Nigerian Government suspends Twitter amid row over President's deleted tweets

The Nigerian federal government has announced the indefinite suspension of social media network Twitter. This may have been in response to a now deleted post by the president.

What to make of Silicon Valley's interest in African startups

What to make of Silicon Valley's interest in African startups

Silicon valley has been showing increasing interest in the African startup ecosystem. They now provide funding, collaboration, incubation and partnerships for African startups. What are the drivers behind this and what does it mean for the ecosystem?

Why African startups may soon move to Estonia

Why African startups may soon move to Estonia

Estonia is providing a favorable regulatory environment, financing and support system for startups to thrive. African founders may soon be moving to Estonia due to these favorable conditions.

A recap of the tech meets law hangout

A recap of the tech meets law hangout

The tech meets law hangout was a collaborative event hosted by professionals in tech and law to exchange ideas and network.

New CBN regulations require fintechs to pay $5million into escrow account

New CBN regulations require fintechs to pay $5million into escrow account

Yesterday, the CBN introduced yet another set of sweeping new regulations for Fintech license holders. The most prominent change is a new Escrow account created for Fintechs to deposit certain stipulated sums of money.

How Open Banking will shape fintech in Africa

How Open Banking will shape fintech in Africa

Open banking could usher in a new era of financial inclusion where banks and African Fintechs can seamlessly exchange customer data. This will facilitate the provision of broader financial products and services for Africans.