HiPipo is thrilled to share more amazing news! Their film, #ThirdFloorPigu, has been officially selected for screening at not just one, but two incredible international film festivals: the 40th and 41st! This latest recognition comes from the Beyond Border International Film Festival, thanks to FilmFreeway.com However, that’s not all; #ThirdFloorPigu has made history by becoming […]
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Ugandan movie, Third Floor Pigu, is making top headlines across the globe. We are happy to share some remarkable news for the celebrated film ‘Third Floor Pigu’. It has officially been selected for an astounding 38th time at international film festivals. This latest recognition comes from the prestigious Mega Flix Movie Awards thanks to FilmFreeway.com […]
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The COMESA Business Council (CBC) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding the Include EveryOne Program across all 21 COMESA member states, following a successful initial rollout in Zambia and Malawi. Speaking during a progress briefing, CBC Chief Executive Officer Teddy Soobramanien praised the partnership between CBC and HiPipo, emphasizing the significant progress already achieved in […]
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Day 40 | #40Days40FinTechs Zambia and Malawi Edition In Malawi, informal cross-border trade is a vital economic activity, especially for women. Yet, a lack of access to trade information and financial literacy continues to hold many back. More than half of the country’s cross-border traders remain underserved, and new regulations such as the requirement for […]
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In Zambia and Malawi, many women face the double burden of financial instability and limited access to healthcare. Most rely on out-of-pocket payments, which often results in delayed or skipped medical treatment. This creates a cycle of poor health and poverty, particularly among women in underserved communities. Enter MediPay a cross-border InsurTech solution born out […]
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#40Days40FinTechs Zambia and Malawi Edition Day 37 Across Africa, peanuts are a staple snack and a vital crop for many rural communities. Yet, despite high demand, there remains a significant gap in how peanut products are marketed, distributed, and paid for especially in rural areas where cash remains dominant and digital access is limited. Petruwalus […]
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#40Days40FinTechs Zambia and Malawi Edition – Day 36 In the agriculture-dependent nations of Malawi and Zambia, smallholder farmers form the backbone of local economies. Yet, despite their critical role, these farmers face significant challenges when it comes to market access and cross-border trade especially around the Mwami-Mchinji One-Stop Border Post, a key trade point between […]
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#40Days40FinTechs Zambia and Malawi Edition – Day 34 In Africa, where millions of people lack access to formal banking infrastructure, the promise of crowdfunding remains largely unfulfilled especially for women, children, and marginalized communities. Most global platforms are built for bank card users, sidelining those who rely on mobile money for their day-to-day transactions. That’s […]
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#40Days40FinTechs Zambia and Malawi Edition – Day 33 SpendSaver, a Malawian FinTech start-up, is tackling one of the biggest barriers facing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa—lack of structured financial records. With over 70% of small businesses in Malawi operating without formal bookkeeping, many struggle to access loans, attract investors, or make informed […]
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Day 32 | #40Days40FinTechs | Zambia and Malawi Edition BroadPay, a Zambian FinTech company, is redefining how people and businesses in Zambia handle collections, payments, and payouts. By digitizing financial transactions through its flagship product Lenco, BroadPay is improving convenience and accessibility for a wide range of service providers from telecoms to utility companies and […]
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