Africa

Highlights: Tether and UNODC have partnered to fight against crypto-related crimes in Africa. The partnership aims to protect vulnerable communities, such as victims of human trafficking. The joint efforts will include education programs on cybersecurity targeting African youths. World’s largest […]

Highlights: Tether has partnered with Kotani Pay to expand access to digital payments in Africa. The investment in Kotani Pay highlights Tether’s plan to simplify cross-border transactions for users and businesses. Tether has strengthened its global reach through new partnerships […]

Highlights: Ghana aims to have crypto regulation by December 25. There are more than 3 million Ghanaians actively using cryptocurrencies. In one year, cryptocurrency transactions in Ghana almost reached $3 billion. The central bank of Ghana has accelerated the process […]

Highlights: Ripple has partnered with Absa Bank to launch secure institutional crypto custody services. Absa Bank will use Ripple technology to store tokenized assets and strengthen Africa’s digital finance ecosystem. Ripple has expanded its stablecoin in Africa as institutional demand […]

Highlights: Kenya enacts its first comprehensive law to regulate digital assets and crypto trading. The law brings Kenya in line with global anti-money-laundering and financing standards. It requires crypto firms to obtain licenses, protect customer funds, and follow strict compliance […]

Highlights: Ripple has partnered with Chipper Cash, VALR, and Yellow Card to expand RLUSD stablecoin access across Africa. RLUSD pilots in Kenya use blockchain escrow to deliver drought and rainfall insurance with instant payouts. Ripple has expanded to Africa as […]

Highlights: Blockchain.com is eyeing Africa expansion by focusing on Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa markets. Nigeria and Ghana lead Africa’s crypto regulatory progress toward formal licensing. In South Africa, the DeFi sector is moving forward rapidly, backed by strong […]

Highlights: Altvest has acquired one Bitcoin and aims to raise $10 million to expand its holdings. Altvest becomes Africa’s first public firm to adopt Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. Corporate Bitcoin adoption rises as Strategy, Metaplanet, and U.S. states […]

Highlights: Alchemy Pay has sealed a new collaboration deal with Yellow Card, bringing cryptocurrency transaction access closer to African enthusiasts. The partnership will leverage Alchemy Pay’s on-romp product and Yellow Card’s extensive payment system. With the integration, Alchemy Pay is […]