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    30 June 2025

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    From mobile money to billion-dollar startups, Africa's fintech evolution in the last 15 years has opened new doors to financial access and inclusion for millions.

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    30 September 2019

    Does Kenya’s New 1,000 Shilling Note Violate the Constitution?

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