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EFCC Hunts CBEX Crypto Scam Suspects, Including Four Kenyans
The EFCC is pursuing suspects behind Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), a collapsed trading platform that…
Africa Largely Spared from U.S. Tariffs, But Trade Weakness Exposed — WTO’s Okonjo-Iweala
As U.S. tariffs shake the global economy, Africa appears mostly shielded—but the real challenge lies…
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Ghana to Regulate Crypto by September 2025
With regulatory momentum sweeping across Africa, Ghana is the latest to join the movement toward…
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Binance Enforces Stricter Compliance for South African Users—Kenya Could Be on Deck
As South Africa tightens its grip on crypto compliance, Binance responds decisively—could Kenya be next…
Nigeria’s Blockchain Shift: From Hype to Real-World Use
While crypto headlines in Nigeria often spotlight retail investors and traders, a quieter revolution is…
Nigeria Leads Africa’s Web3 Surge, But Developers Still Undervalued
Nigeria's Web3 Developers' scene booming, but challenges around compensation and full-time roles remain.Nigeria is emerging…
Nigeria’s Web3 Ecosystem: 80+ Startups, $130M Raised, Stablecoins & Infrastructure Take Lead
Nigeria's Web3 sector now boasts over 80 startups with more than $130 million raised, according…
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FIC Flags South Africa’s Crypto Sector as High Risk for Financial Crime in 2025 Report
South Africa’s Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has flagged the country’s crypto asset service provider (CASP)…
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Kenya Unveils Landmark Crypto Regulation Bill, Paving Way for Safer Digital Finance
Kenya has introduced its first regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies through the Virtual Asset Service Providers…
Trump’s Tariff Policy Shift: Impact on Nigeria and Global Trade
President Donald Trump's new trade policy introduces a 10% tariff on all U.S. imports, along…
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Nigeria’s Crypto Revolution: ISA 2025 Brings Digital Assets Into Mainstream Finance
Nigeria has officially recognized cryptocurrencies as securities under the newly signed Investment and Securities Act…
Bitcoin Mining Meets Renewable Energy: Zambia’s Hydropowered Crypto Boom
Deep in Zambia’s northwest, near the roaring Zambezi River, a bitcoin mining operation thrives, powered…
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Nigeria Accuses Binance of Enabling Terrorism and Kidnapping Financing
Nigeria’s government has accused Binance of enabling terrorism and kidnapping financing through illicit fund transfers.…
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Bitcoin Ekasi: Driving Financial Inclusion and Education in South Africa
Founded in 2021, Bitcoin Ekasi is transforming financial inclusion in Mossel Bay’s township communities. Under…
Ripple Partners with Chipper Cash to Expand Blockchain Payments in Africa
Ripple has teamed up with Chipper Cash to enhance cross-border payments in Africa. This marks…
Zap Africa Threatens Legal Action Against Paystack Over “Zap” Trademark Dispute
Zap Africa, a cryptocurrency exchange facilitating Naira conversions, has threatened legal action against Paystack over…
Quidax & Tether Partner to Boost Blockchain Education in Africa
Quidax, a leading African crypto exchange, has partnered with Tether to enhance blockchain education in…
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Crypto Fraudster Sentenced to 10 Years for Investment Scam
A 33-year-old cryptocurrency scammer, Mfundo Manci, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for…
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Nigeria’s Crypto Stance Amid Binance Lawsuit
Nigeria remains open to crypto firms despite suing Binance for $80 billion over alleged economic…
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Morocco Embraces Blockchain & AI to Transform Economy Under Digital Morocco 2030
Morocco is set to become a leading tech hub by integrating blockchain and artificial intelligence…
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Ghana’s Former President Mahama’s X Account Hacked, Promotes Solana Scam
John Dramani Mahama’s X account was compromised over the weekend, posting multiple tweets endorsing a…
Ghana’s Former President Mahama Endorses Solana for Africa’s Fintech Growth
Ghana’s former President John Dramani Mahama has endorsed Solana, highlighting its potential to drive fintech…
Africa Pilots Currency Platform to Reduce Dollar Dependence
The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), backed by 15 central banks, is piloting the…
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South Africa Pushes to Classify Crypto as Onshore Asset
South Africa is urging regulators to classify digital assets as onshore assets to boost industry…
Bybit Expands in Africa, Eyes Kenya
Bybit is expanding its presence in Africa, with Kenya among its key markets. At the…