#24 Meta may face contempt charges in South Africa over WhatsApp scandal

In this episode of the Tech Tides Africa podcast, Kelvin and Karen discuss the intensifying legal drama between Meta and South African regulators, as the tech giant could face contempt charges over the WhatsApp privacy scandal. Is this a defining moment for digital rights and accountability on the continent?

They also spotlight a major milestone for African innovation, as Moniepoint, PiggyVest, M-KOPA, and Interswitch are recognized among CNBC’s top 300 global fintechs. What does this say about the future of Africa’s fintech scene on the world stage?

Also in this episode:

- South African PE fund to acquire 35% stake in Kenya’s Mawingu Networks

- Kenyan BNPL startup Wabeh halts operations due to rising defaults and cash crunch.

- LemFi wants into Egypt’s $20 billion remittance

- Rally Cap partially exits South Africa's Stitch

 

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