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An African start-up success story, co-founder and CEO of Flutterwave Olugbenga Agboola, discusses the power of community as the payment-processing company with a unifying vision

Forbes Africa Published 12 hours ago From Hollywood exports and Grammy artists to award-winning ideas that can save the world, Africa is not only diverse in its people but also in its industries and creativity. For FORBES AFRICA hundredth issue (since the magazine’s inception in 2011), we decided to curate a list celebrating these very ideas, inventions, and influential role models that have spelt Africa’s growth over the last decade. By Chanel Retief and Simone Umraw AFRICA, A CONTINENT...

PayPal users anywhere in the world can now pay African merchants directly, thanks to a new partnership between the US payments giant and Flutterwave. People in the US and other countries where PayPal is available will see “Pay with PayPal” on a Flutterwave merchant’s checkout page, provided the merchant has enabled the option. Founded in […]

As for Makena, a sales representative for a Kenyan based business, 2020 saw her get laid off from work with no options to fall back on. However, with the help of Family and friends, she was able to establish an online business that holds great prospect for growth. No matter how different our stories and experiences of 2020 are, a common theme will be noticed; 2020 was a challenging year and we all struggled to get by, but that is not where the story ends. Underneath these challenges and strug...

Share this article You are reading Factsheet, our series of specific guides on experiencing and using technology platforms in Africa. Whether you are looking for knowledge on getting your African film on Netflix, raising a seed round or finishing an online design course, we are covering all that. — Transactions processed vs revenue earned. Monthly uniques vs retention rate. Profile visits vs impressions. Brands and startups feel the need to share amazing numbers. It signals to the community t...