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Macro & Economy

The fiat-to-crypto pipeline: How public funds bypass Nigeria’s financial safeguards

Public funds are allegedly moving through banks, fintechs and private firms into crypto wallets. Here is what the EFCC has said, what is still unknown, and where Nigeria's safeguards are weakest.

5 min read

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African Startup Funding Reaches $1.44B as Climate Tech Overtakes Fintech

African technology startups raised $1.44 billion during the first half of 2026, while the number of disclosed deals fell sharply. Climate technology overtook fintech as investors shifted toward larger deals, infrastructure and alternative financing.

1 min read

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Investment Signals

African Fintech & VC Funding: Climate Tech Overtakes Fintech as Startup Investment Reaches $1.44B

African startups raised $1.44 billion during the first half of 2026, with climate technology overtaking fintech as the continent's leading investment sector. Discover the trends reshaping venture capital and startup funding across Africa.

2 min read