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Six Pillars to Power Uganda’s Digital Financial Revolution

Bank of Uganda Governor Atingi-Ego unveils a six-pillar framework for Ugandan crypto regulation
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     With 84.5% of virtual activity occurring on decentralized platforms, new Ugandan crypto regulation is now critical to manage this “inevitable” market sector. Bank of Uganda Governor Atingi-Ego introduced a comprehensive six-pillar framework focusing on licensing, client protection, and transparency to transition from observation to active construction. By adopting a regulatory architecture similar to Kenya’s, Uganda aims to balance the benefits of stablecoin remittances with strict financial integrity and consumer safety.   The continent-wide awakening is underway, with regulators, governments, and even local firms turning their attention to digital assets and blockchain technology. At the Kampala Blockchain Summit 2025, …

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UNAM Breaks the Mold: Africa’s First Full-Scale Blockchain Master’s Program

The University of Namibia partnered with Africa Blockchain Institute to launch Africa's first mainstream blockchain education Master's degree
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     UNAM’s Master of Science in Blockchain Technology goes far beyond short courses, combining architecture, smart contracts, governance, cybersecurity, and socio-economic impact to produce graduates. The Power Learn Project aims to train 1 million software developers in Africa by 2027, while UNAM’s new Master of Science in Blockchain Technology offers comprehensive blockchain education to close the continent’s skill gap. While most African blockchain developers remain self-taught through YouTube tutorials, UNAM’s new program offers a structured path from theory to market-ready skills, enabling locals to build solutions for Africa’s unique challenges. Countries are adopting regulations, local startups are in …

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55 Nations, One Network: ADAPT Rewrites Africa’s Trade Future

The ADAPT pilot aims to unlock over $70 billion in additional annual trade across 55 African nations using blockchain infrastructure
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     The ADAPT pilot aims to unlock over $70 billion in additional annual trade by modernizing digital infrastructure and commerce across 55 African nations by 2035. Backed by the IOTA Foundation and the Tony Blair Institute, this initiative replaces fragmented border systems with a unified, open-source blockchain network to streamline logistics and identity verification. By integrating stablecoins and reducing cross-border payment costs to under 3%, the program creates a “single window” for trade that drastically cuts customs clearance times. Blockchain technology is becoming mainstream, and pilot programs are being developed, and in 2026 the changes have finally arrived in Africa. …

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Super Group Goes “All-In” on Africa with Regulated ZAR Stablecoin

ZAR Supercoin, ABSA‑custodied and FSCA‑licensed on Solana, targets instant, low‑cost digital rand transfers.
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     Super Group launched ZAR Supercoin, a fully licensed South African rand stablecoin backed 1:1 by ABSA Bank reserves, targeting Africa’s projected $100 billion stablecoin market. Built on Solana with FSCA licensing and institutional-grade security, ZAR Supercoin eliminates the 12.7% remittance costs plaguing corridors like South Africa-Zimbabwe while offering instant, near-zero-cost transactions. Launching on Luno with 6.3 million South African users and integrating with Betway’s sportsbook, the stablecoin positions regulated local digital currency as a viable alternative to USD stablecoin dominance in Africa. When you typically hear of major corporations diving into Africa’s blockchain wave, it’s usually through …

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$300 Billion Reasons Why Africa’s Stablecoin Revolution Can’t Be Ignored

Stablecoins, Not Speculative Crypto, Are Powering Africa’s Real-World Finance
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     The Africa Stablecoin Summit 2025 revealed that stablecoins represent 43% of Africa’s crypto trading volume, with over $300 billion in annual transactions flowing through African markets. Momentum is shifting from pilots to policy—licensing, AML/CFT, and interoperable rails like PAPSS are central to unlocking faster, cheaper cross‑border payments. Debate intensifies over global vs. local stablecoins: USDT/USDC hedge inflation while CNGN, CKES, and ZAR drive utility; Nigeria’s ISA 2025 emerges as a regulatory blueprint. Stablecoins have become Africa’s new buzzword. Exchanges, startups, firms, and businesses are rushing to incorporate global and local stablecoins to simply be part of the …

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The $731 Million Underdog: How Obiex Conquered African Crypto Without a Single VC Check

Nigerian crypto startup Obiex bootstrapped its way to $731.5 million in annual trading volume and 100,000+ traders without any venture capital
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL’DR,     Nigerian crypto startup Obiex bootstrapped its way to $731.5 million in annual trading volume and 100,000+ traders without any venture capital, proving profitability beats funding rounds. Faced with a product failure and a nationwide crypto ban, the founders pivoted twice—ultimately succeeding by building a trading platform that solved user pain points like confirmation delays and price swings. Obiex captured 70% retail trader market share and is expanding to five new African countries while maintaining bootstrap profitability. Regulatory updates, positive trends, and better storytelling have made kickstarting your crypto venture much easier. For instance, starting a Kenyan or …

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PRESS RELEASE | Global Blockchain Show 2025 to Spotlight Web3 Innovation in Abu Dhabi

by Kennedy Embakasi

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Global Blockchain Show 2025 will take place at the prestigious Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi from December 10–11, 2025, bringing together the world’s top Web3 and blockchain specialists. Considered one of the leading conferences for decentralized innovation globally, the event will showcase creative ideas, stimulating conversations, and revolutionary solutions driving the next wave of digital transformation. Supported by the Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau and arranged in association with Times of Blockchain, the Global Blockchain Show enhances the UAE’s reputation as a world hub for blockchain innovation and quality. This year’s schedule is packed …

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How Nigerian Founders Built a Trustless Cross-Chain Bridge to Fix Crypto’s $600M Security Flaw

Hyperbridge replaces flawed multisig bridges with mathematical guarantees
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     Nigerian engineers raised $5.8M to build Hyperbridge, a cross-chain bridge that processed $92.4M in transactions using cryptographic finality proofs instead of vulnerable multisig systems. Hyperbridge replaces flawed multisig bridges with mathematical guarantees, eliminating the $600M hack risks that have plagued blockchain interoperability since 2021. The Lagos-built protocol now serves as Polkadot’s native bridge, connecting 14 blockchains and providing African developers secure infrastructure to access global crypto liquidity. Nigeria isn’t just Africa’s leading P2P trading industry; it’s also the continent’s leading home for developers. The proof is vivid, especially from global blockchain ecosystems like Base, Lisk, and Polkadot, …

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Bull run or bear trap? Funding, flows, and macro headwinds

Global liquidity up $2T; M2 above $22T—but crypto starved
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     After a $19.35 billion liquidation event, the crypto bull run is paused, not over, as liquidity and capital rotation patterns hint at a continuation. The market is split: bears point to stalled ETF flows and a 20% BTC drop, while bulls see historical patterns where gold rallies precede Bitcoin surges. Traditional four-year cycle models are now irrelevant; the market’s next move depends entirely on institutional flows, derivatives, and macroeconomic policy, not halving dynamics. Investors, traders, and institutional investors are on edge due to Bitcoin’s recent swings, and the community is divided on whether the bull run has ended or …

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Western Union’s USDPT to Launch on Solana, Accelerating Stablecoin Remittances Worldwide

Western Union to launch its own dollar-pegged stablecoin, USDPT, on Solana to capture this growing market.
by Kennedy Embakasi

TL;DR,     Stablecoin remittances represented 43% of Africa’s total crypto volume, prompting Western Union to launch its own dollar-pegged stablecoin, USDPT, on Solana to capture this growing market. Western Union will issue USDPT via Anchorage Digital Bank and launch a Digital Asset Network on Solana, merging institutional compliance with wallet-to-cash off-ramps. Expect fewer correspondent bank dependencies, lower fees, and pressure on competitors and banks to launch their own stablecoins to keep pace. Stablecoin remittances are fueling the current crypto market. Bitcoin ETFs have institutionalized digital assets, but not every organization is as daring or has enough finances to burn …

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