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Fintech unicorns spotted on Safari

Jan 29, 2025 | LinkedIn

It’s inspiring to see recent success stories like that of TymeBank in South Africa and Moniepoint Group in Nigeria! 🎉 Reaching unicorn status with valuations over $1 billion is a fantastic achievement and a real boost for the African fintech sector.

These innovators have cleverly adapted disruptive banking models to the African market, where almost half the population doesn’t have access to traditional banking. By combining digital banking with physical touchpoints, they’ve made banking much easier for both individuals and businesses.

TymeBank’s partnerships with retailers extend its reach, while Moniepoint’s network of agents brings financial services to areas without traditional banking infrastructure. It’s brilliant to see how they’re making a real difference!

At Breakpoint, we’re passionate about African innovation and its widespread adoption. These companies demonstrate how to effectively use existing technology, stay up-to-date with the latest advancements, and proactively utilise available resources. This hybrid approach is transforming lives in Africa and beyond.

Want to learn more about how we support companies like these? Let’s chat about how Breakpoint drives innovation in fintech!

https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/29/africas-fintech-unicorns-blend-digital-banking-and-physical-touchpoints/