Archives Tag: Shola Akinlade
Four Years Later: How Paystack Has Thrived Under Stripe
April 19, 2022
It’s four years since the news broke in October 2020, that the Nigerian fintech startup, Paystack had been acquired by the US-based leading global payments company, Stripe. The acquisition which was valued at over $200 million broke the tech news space as it marked a significant milestone in the African tech ecosystem. Read more … Continue reading Four Years Later: How Paystack Has Thrived Under Stripe
Entrepreneurial Success Stories: Shola Akinlade
April 19, 2022
Shola Akinlade is a name synonymous with entrepreneurial success in Nigeria and beyond. He is the co-founder and CEO of Paystack, a leading online payment platform that revolutionized the way businesses in Africa get paid. But Akinlade’s journey is not just one of triumph, it’s also a testament to resilience, overcoming challenges, and never … Continue reading Entrepreneurial Success Stories: Shola Akinlade
Stripe Acquires Paystack
April 19, 2022
Nigerian fintech beacon, Paystack, has now been acquired by Stripe, an international counterpart. The exit is a big one and has been rumoured to be well over 200 million dollars. This may now be the biggest acquisition to ever happen in Nigeria as of yet pending the confirmation of the actual value of the … Continue reading Stripe Acquires Paystack
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What Makes A Person An Entrepreneur?
April 19, 2022
Not everyone wants to “do their own thing”. Some would rather remain in what they see as the safety of an ‘office job’, instead of heading into the uncertain world of entrepreneurship. They consider the risks associated with running their own venture as too great for them to live with. But there are those who … Continue reading What Makes A Person An Entrepreneur?
