Posts in Category: Money & Fintech (10)
Payments, sending money across borders, banking and investing in Africa, internet pricing and the startups behind them.
MTN Ghana cuts fibre prices by up to 70%: 100 Mbps Now GH¢299 a Month
Ghanaians complaining about expensive home broadband got substantial relief when MTN Ghana announced a major reduction in home fibre prices, with the revised tariffs taking effect on Wednesday, June 17,...
TrustMRR reveals which startups are actually making money in 2026
For years, the "Indie Hacker" and startup community has been plagued by a subtle dishonesty: fake revenue screenshots. It became too easy to inspect an element and manipulate the content...
The Developer's Guide to Payment Platforms: Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Paddle, and Paystack
Building an app is hard. Getting paid for it shouldn't be. In 2026, the landscape of payment providers is richer than ever. Gone are the days when PayPal was your...
How To Invest On The Ghana Stock Exchange
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) represents a unique opportunity for Ghanaian investors to participate in the growth of the country's economy. As Ghana's primary stock market, the GSE provides access...
What is Google Pay and Apple Pay? How They Work, Where They Work, & Why They're Safer
In a world where your phone is your wallet, Google Pay (also known as the Google Wallet) and Apple Pay have become essential tools for millions. But what exactly are...
Why Can I Pay for Netflix Instantly, But Not Send $5 To My Brother Abroad? Enter Revolut
In my last post, I wrote about a weird paradox: paying for Netflix with a card is a seamless, one-second breeze, but sending $100 to a friend or family member...
Decoding the Open Letter for the Singapore FinTech Festival's 10th Edition
Today, I want to share something interesting that landed in my inbox – an email from Sopnendu Mohanty, the Group CEO of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN). The...
From the Norrsken Hub in Kigali, A Look at the Deals Shaping Africa's Future
Africa’s technology ecosystem is moving forward in 2025, as startups secure big investments and join forces to make a bigger impact. From mobile apps for money transfers to solar power...
List of Banks in Rwanda and Their Services
This guide is designed for foreigners arriving in Kigali, Rwanda, to help you navigate the banking landscape. There are more than 16 commercial and microfinance banks operating in Rwanda, with...
Why Can't I Just Send Money With My Visa Card?
Banks often promote Visa and Mastercard as efficient tools for swift, seamless transactions. However, one critical feature is notably absent: the ability to transfer funds directly between cardholders. This post...