Remittances ‘more important than aid’ as Africa turns to stablecoins

In recent developments, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, economist Vera Songwe pointed to remittances and inflation hedging as key drivers of stablecoin use across Africa. Looking…

Ibom Blockchain Xperience (IBX 2026): West Africa Gears up for its Largest Bl…

In recent developments, this content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. 19 January 2026 | West Africa — The Ibom Blockchain Xperience (IBX), West Africa’s largest blockchain campaign and…

Tether Partners With UN Agency to Combat Illicit Crypto Flows in Africa

In recent developments, tether has partnered with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime to combat illicit cryptocurrency activity and strengthen Africa’s digital resilience. Africa’s Growing Vulnerability On Jan.…

South Africa Crypto Sector Gains Regulatory Lift as 248 Providers Secure Lice…

In recent developments, south Africa’s crypto market is accelerating into a higher-confidence phase as the FSCA confirms 420 CASP license applications, approvals stacking up, compliance pathways clarifying, and institutional-grade oversight…

Ripple Sees Tremendous Traction With Africa and Turkey Fueling Flows

In recent developments, as inflation and currency turmoil intensify across Sub-Saharan Africa and Turkey, crypto use is surging, signaling a pivotal shift that is fueling new momentum for Ripple’s expanding…

South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk

In recent developments, the bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto. Looking closer,…

South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk

In recent developments, the bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto. Looking closer,…

South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk

In recent developments, the bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto. Looking closer,…

University of Namibia Launches Africa’s ‘First’ Master’s Program in B…

In recent developments, the University of Namibia has launched a Master’s program in blockchain technology to position Namibia as a hub for blockchain research and talent development in Africa. Program…

Efforts underway to digitize trade in Africa with blockchain, stablecoins

In recent developments, chido Munyati, head of Africa at the World Economic Forum, said in a statement that outdated payments and documents are a significant obstacle for African trade, one…