As Internet access has broadened, technology firms have been able to reach out to an ever wider audience including farmers in Africa, finds out a report by McKinsey & Co.
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Zambian interbank records sharp rise in cash transfer volumes
Zambia Interbank Payment and Settlement System (ZIPSS) volumes and values reached US$115.5mn in 2014 up from US$19.2mn in 2006
MasterCard announces initiatives to promote financial inclusion in Africa
Global payments technology firm MasterCard has announced the launch of three new initiatives aimed at addressing the issue of financial exclusion in Africa, CEO Ajay Banga revealed yesterday
Gemalto opens regional office in Côte d’Ivoire
Digital security firm Gemalto, in a bid to serve its customers throughout West Africa, has announced the opening of an office in Abidjan city of Côte d’Ivoire
Onlime provides speedy communication services in Africa
Business communications company Onlime provides high-quality, secure and reliable services to customers across the globe, ranging from a premium quality VoIP, Internet and data connectivity over VSAT or fibre