Explore the impact of stringent financial regulations on African founders. Learn how recent banking challenges, including Mercury’s account closures, are shaping the future for startups in Africa and what steps can be taken to navigate these barriers.
On 23 July 2024, Mercury, a San Francisco-based digital bank, recently announced plans to close all accounts of users in 37 countries by 22 August 2024, due to compliance requirements. Interestingly, 13 of these countries are in Africa. This follows similar disruptions, such as the near-collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in March 2023 and the recent bankruptcy filing of Synapse.
These developments have created significant challenges for African startups, particularly those with foreign investment holding companies. These recent banking disruptions will likely impact their operations and fundraising efforts.
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