One year after the coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, Niger’s junta has severed military cooperation with France. This marks a significant shift in Sahel geopolitics as Russia and China gain influence. The move reflects the rising anti-French sentiment across West Africa, where juntas in Mali and Burkina Faso have also turned away from Western alliances.

🧭 Why it matters: The shift could destabilize the regional fight against jihadist groups and deepen the security vacuum.

India launched PSLV-C59 carrying seven satellites, including a high-tech radar satellite from Singapore. The mission reinforces India’s push to become a global launch service provider amid growing space race dynamics between the US, China, and private players like SpaceX.

🌐 Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is now tapping into the global satellite market, offering low-cost, reliable alternatives.

Apple has ended its short-lived BNPL service, “Apple Pay Later,” in the U.S. Instead, it’s shifting to partnerships with companies like Affirm. Launched in 2023, the service faced regulatory scrutiny and competition from entrenched fintech players.

💳 Big picture: Apple is focusing on broader financial partnerships rather than owning the entire user credit experience.

Stripe has added AI-powered invoicing tools that automate payment reminders, detect overdue trends, and reduce fraud. The move comes as B2B startups demand better cashflow tracking and automation.

⚙️ Why it’s hot: With the rise of remote and decentralized teams, smarter invoicing is becoming essential infrastructure for online businesses.

Flutterwave, Africa’s largest fintech startup, has officially entered India through a partnership with IndusInd Bank. This allows African businesses to send and receive payments with Indian companies — opening up a new trade corridor.

🌍 What’s next: Africa-Asia digital commerce is the next frontier, with logistics and payments leading the charge.

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