The World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have successfully connected over 50 million people to electricity through their Mission 300 initiative, which spans 40 African countries. This effort aims to accelerate electricity access across the continent.

The Bankiffy Fintech Accelerator (BFA) has announced the opening of its 2026 Cohort 1, offering $100,000 in support over four weeks to help African fintech founders transition into operators. The initiative aims to address the challenges faced by fintech ideas in Africa, which often fail to gain traction, according to Techpoint Africa.

The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the finalists for its 2026 AWIEF Awards, according to BellaNaija. Launched in 2017, the annual awards recognize and celebrate women entrepreneurs and business owners across Africa for their achievements and contributions to inclusive economic growth on the continent. Honourees span various industry sectors, with the initiative aiming to honour female leadership and innovation in African business.

The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) has completed the Women in Leadership Program 2026, a five-day initiative aimed at empowering women with essential leadership skills and confidence for roles in Uganda's financial sector. The program focused on equipping participants with the necessary mindset to excel in leadership positions.

Wakazi na wageni wa Maonesho ya 50 ya Kimataifa ya Biashara (DITF) wanapata huduma za kibenki ndani ya Viwanja vya Saba Saba kupitia Tawi la NMB Saba Saba, linalofanya kazi kuanzia Juni 28 hadi Julai 13, 2026. Tawi hilo linatoa huduma mbalimbali, ikiwa ni pamoja na kufungua akaunti, kuweka na kutoa fedha, malipo ya Serikali, bima, na huduma za kidijitali. Kaimu Meneja wa NMB Kanda ya Dar es Salaam, William Nkuna, alisema lengo ni kusogeza huduma karibu na wananchi na wafanyabiashara.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has chosen three Nigerian social enterprises to participate in its fourth cohort of the Social Entrepreneur Accelerator Programme, out of nine selected from Africa. This selection highlights Africa's significant representation in the global initiative, with other participating countries including Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Cameroon, and Tanzania. The total cohort consists of 42 organizations.