Damilola Makinde

Jan 14, 2025 | techcabal.com | Muktar Oladunmade |Timi Odueso |Damilola Makinde |Frank Eleanya

Lemfi, a remittance startup serving African immigrants across 22 countries, has raised $53 million in a Series B round to support its expansion into Europe through the acquisition of a European firm. The round was led by Highland Europe, a London-based growth-stage investment firm that backs startups with more than €10 million in annualized revenues, and with follow-on investment from existing investors Endeavor Catalyst, Left Lane Capital, Palm Drive Capital, and Y Combinator.

Dec 23, 2024 | techcabal.com | Damilola Makinde

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has recently published its payment schedule for the first month of the 2025 financial year, ensuring beneficiaries are informed of when to expect their grants. Here, we also detail how to apply for a SASSA appeal in 2025.

Dec 19, 2024 | techcabal.com | Damilola Makinde

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced the dates for the January SASSA payment 2025. Beneficiaries of various grants are advised to take note of the payment schedule and plan accordingly. Below is a breakdown of the key dates and important information regarding the disbursement process. Older Person’s Grants – Friday, 3 January 2025The first disbursement for the January SASSA payment 2025 begins with the Older Person’s grants.

Dec 9, 2024 | techcabal.com | Damilola Makinde

The festive season is upon us, and so is the annual pilgrimage to the digital shopping bazaar. If you’re among the countless bargain-hunters excited about shopping phones and the likes on Temu in 2024 especially with their ADs sticking out in your face everywhere you turnt, buckle up. Temu is a treasure chest of delights, but for some, it’s also a Pandora’s box of tiny surprises.

Nov 27, 2024 | techcabal.com | Damilola Makinde |Frank Eleanya

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has outlined the official texts for candidates preparing for the Literature in English exam in 2025/26. The selection includes African and non-African works across drama, prose, and poetry, with each text carefully chosen to enrich candidates’ understanding of literary analysis, themes, and cultural contexts. JAMB has highlighted several anthologies and critical texts that cover a broad range of topics in Literature in English.