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     They Rejected $500,000. Then Built the Dollar App Banks Can’t Ignore Choose Visa or Mastercard, fund with crypto, spend in 170 countries — now  EasySpend  is back with three new power features:  corporate accounts ,  USD virtual accounts , and  Stripe-powered payment links . When most startups dream of a $500,000 funding check, EasySpend walked away. The bold  Nigerian fintech  believed its vision was bigger than the money offered. Instead, the team doubled down on building a product Africa had never seen before. EasySpend became the first fintech in Nigeria to launch an app where users can choose between Visa or Mastercard, fund with crypto, and spend seamlessly in over 170 countries. This disruptive step put the young company on the map — and today, they are raising the stakes even higher. 🌍 Breaking Barriers With Three New Products EasySpend has just announced three major features designed to unlock global money access for Afric...

     Remittra Announces Upcoming Launch: Ajo-Powered Savings, Multi-Currency Wallet, Crypto Trading, P2P, Marketplace & More for Nigerians Remittra , a next-generation  Nigerian fintech , has announced plans to launch a  unified money app  designed to digitize Ajo (rotational savings) while combining a suite of modern financial tools into one intuitive experience. With Remittra, users will be able to manage savings, payments, trading, and expenses in a single platform. The app integrates Ajo-powered group savings with a  multi-currency wallet ,  secure crypto trading ,  P2P transfers , a  buyer-seller marketplace ,  co-investment features ,  virtual cards , bill payments ,  remittances , and an  expense tracker . Digitizing Ajo for the Digital Age At the core of Remittra is Ajo, Nigeria’s trusted community savings practice. The platform enables users to create or join digital Ajo groups with: Smart escrow and ro...

             Univasa Launches WhatsApp eSIM Bot to Revolutionize Travel Connectivity Univasa , a leading provider of  travel data  and  connectivity solutions , has announced the launch of its  WhatsApp eSIM Bot , a first-of-its-kind service designed to give international travellers instant, reliable and stress-free mobile data access. With the new bot, travellers can purchase  eSIMs  in seconds, check balances, top up data instantly, and connect with human support—all without leaving WhatsApp. By integrating these services into the world’s most popular messaging app, Univasa removes the long-standing hassles of  physical SIM cards ,  roaming charges , and complicated sign-up processes. “At Univasa, our mission is to simplify global connectivity for every traveller. The WhatsApp eSIM Bot is about putting convenience, affordability, and reliability right in the hands of our users, wherever they go,” said  Dr....

       Suko Paint Challenges Industry Giants, Breaks Price Monopoly with Affordable Excellence For too long, the paint industry in Nigeria has been dominated by a handful of major brands dictating prices. But now, a new force is shaking up the status quo. Suko Paint is boldly stepping into the market, not just as a competitor, but as a game-changer, with top-quality paint products offered at surprisingly affordable prices. By disrupting the traditional pricing structure, Suko Paint is putting power back into the hands of the customer. The brand offers paint that matches, and in some cases exceeds, the quality of long-established competitors, without the inflated price tag. This strategic pricing model is designed to make premium painting accessible to everyone, from everyday homeowners to large-scale contractors. Suko Paint’s approach proves that excellence doesn't have to be expensive. With a focus on local production, efficient distribution, and direct-to-customer ...

  FROM NIGERIA TO SOUTH AFRICA: SPENDIN APP’S SEAMLESS SOLUTION FOR AFRICAN PAYMENTS With real-time Naira-to-Rand transfers, virtual dollar cards , and broad financial utility,  Spendin  is tackling Africa’s fragmented payment challenges head-on. In a continent where borders are political but financial systems remain fragmented, seamless cross-border transactions are a luxury many still can’t afford. But  Neona Technologies   is on a mission to change that narrative, one Africa-focused solution at a time. Their latest product, the  Spendin App , is making major strides in addressing long-standing payment issues between  Nigeria and South Africa ,  two economic giants on the continent where remittance, commerce, and individual financial needs often hit systemic roadblocks. “Spendin is a reflection of our broader vision: financial systems that move as fast as Africans do, with solutions created by people who understand the context,”  adds ...