EU Disburses €1bn to Egypt Under Macro-Financial Assistance Programme
The European Union has released fresh funding to support Egypt’s economy, reforms, and financial stability…
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South Africa Removed From EU High-Risk List After AML and Crypto Reforms
South Africa’s EU delisting reflects major AML, financial crime, and crypto regulatory reforms that restored…
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Nigeria SEC Raises Capital Requirement for Crypto Exchanges to ₦2 Billion
Nigeria’s SEC has introduced stricter capital rules for crypto firms to boost investor protection and…
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SiBAN Appoints Mela Claude-Ake as New President After Landmark Leadership Transition
SiBAN has appointed a new president following a leadership transition that strengthened blockchain policy engagement…
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Zanzibar Approves Crypto “Cyber City” to Attract Digital Nomads
Zanzibar has approved a blockchain-focused cyber city aimed at digital nomads, tax innovation, and testing…
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South Africa Approves 300 Crypto Firms as Regulatory Oversight Tightens
South Africa has licensed hundreds of crypto firms while intensifying inspections, enforcement, and anti-money laundering…
Angola Extends JPMorgan Debt Deal, Secures Extra $500 Million Financing
Angola has extended a major JPMorgan debt deal, easing financing pressure while avoiding costly Eurobond…
Zambia to Seek New IMF Financing Programme After Current Deal Ends
Zambia plans a new IMF financing programme to maintain reforms, debt stability, and investor confidence…
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U.S. Treasury Tightens Rules on Overseas Money Transfers Above $3,000
New U.S. Treasury rules target overseas transfers above $3,000, aiming to curb welfare fraud without…
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Tether and UNODC Partner to Fight Cybercrime and Boost Digital Asset Security in Africa
Tether and the UNODC are strengthening Africa’s digital economy through cybersecurity education, blockchain innovation, and…
Ethiopia Launches EthioPay, Their National Instant Payment System
Ethiopia has launched EthioPay, a national instant payment system designed to boost digital finance and…
Kenya’s Current Account Deficit Widened Sharply in Q3 2025
Kenya’s external balance deteriorated in Q3 2025 as imports surged, services weakened, and pressure mounted…
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Nigeria Equities Market Hits ₦100 Trillion on Regulatory Reforms
Nigeria’s stock market has reached a historic ₦100 trillion valuation, highlighting renewed investor confidence and…
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BRICS Gold-Backed Currency Risks and Global Market Impact Explained
BRICS nations are exploring a gold-backed currency, but experts warn deep structural and geopolitical risks…
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CARF Crypto Tax Reporting Rules Take Effect in 2026 Across 48 Jurisdictions
From January 2026, CARF rules will require crypto exchanges and users to report transactions for…
Nigeria Turns Net Lender in Q3 2025 After Sharp External Balance Reversal
Nigeria recorded a rare external turnaround in Q3 2025, shifting from heavy borrowing to a…
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Morocco Strengthens Crypto Regulation Ahead of New Digital Asset Laws
Morocco is preparing for crypto legalisation by training regulators to supervise digital assets with confidence…
Nigerian Tax Acts to Take Effect January 2026 Despite Lawmakers’ Concerns
Nigeria’s new tax laws will begin in 2026 as the government insists reforms will ease…
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Ghana Legalizes Cryptocurrency to Regulate Digital Asset Market
Ghana has taken a major step toward regulating digital assets by approving a law to…
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Central Bank of Libya Shuts Down Black Market Currency Trading
Libya’s central bank is shutting down illegal foreign exchange markets to rescue the national currency…
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Ethiopia Shuts Down Sports Betting Firms Amid Major Crackdown on Illegal Forex and Crypto Activities
Ethiopia has taken decisive action against sports betting firms and illegal financial networks threatening economic…
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Central African Republic’s Crypto Experiment Raises Alarms Over Governance, Risk, and Elite Capture
A sweeping crypto experiment in Central Africa promised development but instead exposed deep governance gaps,…
BRICS Currency Plan: Why It Could Reshape Global Finance and Boost Crypto Adoption
A proposed BRICS trade currency is reviving de-dollarisation debates and quietly reshaping how investors think…