Everything to Know About SASSA December 2025 Grant Payments: Schedule, Amounts, Eligibility, and More By Ndefo Onyekachukwu | November 22, 2025 As the festive season approaches, millions of South Africans are gearing up for the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)’s December 2025 grant payments. These payments provide essential financial support to vulnerable groups, including older persons, people with disabilities, children, and those in distress. With inflation and economic pressures persisting, timely access to these funds is crucial for holiday preparations and year-end needs.In this comprehensive guide, we break down the December 2025 payment schedule, updated amounts, eligibility criteria, application…
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From Kolo to Code: Day 1–1000 of Regxta – How One Nigerian Daughter Digitised Her Mother’s Savings Culture By Ndefo Onyekachukwu | November 21, 2025 Every Nigerian knows the wooden kolo box. My mum had one under her bed for 30+ years. Every night after market, she’d drop ₦50, ₦100, ₦200 inside. No bank account. No interest. Just trust in wood and prayer. In 2022, I watched inflation eat that money alive. That was Day 1 of Regxta. I’m Ijeoma Okeke, founder of Regxta – the savings app that turned my mother’s kolo into a digital vault earning 18–25% interest,…
African Unicorn Startups as of November 2025A unicorn is a privately held startup valued at $1 billion or more. As of November 21, 2025, Africa now has 9 unicorn startups valued at $1 billion+ in 2025, with Nigeria leading the pack. From Flutterwave’s $3B valuation to Moniepoint joining the club in 2024, the continent’s fintech giants are changing global finance. In this complete guide, we list every African unicorn startup in 2025, their latest valuations, funding rounds, and why they’re dominating. List of African Unicorns (Ranked by Approximate Valuation, Highest to Lowest) Rank Company Country Sector Valuation (Latest) Year Became…
7 African Startups to Watch: Matchmaking, Mortgages, Medical Records, Music & More Inspired by TechCabal’s “Startups On Our Radar” series – full credit to TechCabal for the original spotlight (November 2025 edition). We’ve rewritten and expanded it for our FintechTodayNews audience with additional 2025 context and referral-friendly angles. Africa’s startup scene keeps delivering solutions that feel built for the continent. This week we’re shining light on seven impressive companies solving real problems in proptech, healthtech, music, media, creator economy, AI translation, and dating. Here they are: 1. Mortgage Market (South Africa – Proptech)One application → offers from ALL major banks…
Ultimate Guide to the Best S avings Apps in Nigeria for 2025: High-Yield Options, Key Features, and Expert Insights By Ndefo Onyekachukwu | November 21, 2025In Nigeria’s volatile economy of 2025, where inflation lingers at 25-30% and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) continues to tweak monetary policies, traditional bank savings accounts simply aren’t cutting it anymore. That’s why fintech platforms are exploding in popularity, offering “high-yield savings in Nigeria 2025” with rates that can reach 30% per annum—far outpacing the average bank’s 5-10%. If you’re searching for the “best savings apps Nigeria 2025,” this in-depth guide is your roadmap.…
Top 10 Fintech Apps in Nigeria for 2025 Expert Rankings, Exclusive Bonuses, and Referral Tips By Ndefo Onyekachukwu | November 21, 2025In Nigeria’s booming fintech landscape of 2025, choosing the right app can mean the difference between saving hundreds of naira in fees or earning thousands in bonuses. With over 80 million users embracing digital banking, the competition is fierce, and apps are offering unprecedented incentives like ₦1,000 instant sign-up rewards and up to ₦50,000 in referral earnings. As the founder of FintechTodayNews.com, I’ve personally tested dozens of platforms, analyzed user feedback from thousands of Nigerians, and crunched the data…
Best Fintech Apps in Nigeria 2025: Top 15 Ranked with Real Bonuses & Referral Earnings By Ndefo Onyekachukwu | November 20, 2025 Looking for the best fintech apps in Nigeria 2025?You’re in the right place. This year, over 70 million Nigerians now use at least one mobile wallet every day. The top apps are fighting hard — giving away ₦1,000 to ₦50,000 in free signup and referral bonuses just to get you on board. I tested more than 50 apps personally (and lost money on a few bad ones so you don’t have to). Here is the honest, no-fluff ranking…