Celo Blockchain has been a leading frontier within Africa’s digital transformation journey. The platform pivots a unique intersection between the continent’s growing mobile penetration and its growing crypto adoption rate. Unlike its peers, the organization focuses on mobile blockchain payments, interacts with and supports other native blockchain payment solutions, and even Web3 startup support. This…
In Brief Ghana crypto regulations now caution against the use of unlicensed VASPs like Yellow Card and HanyPay, highlighting the BoG’s commitment to formal oversight. A Virtual Asset Providers Act is slated for September, requiring all crypto on/off‑ramps to obtain licenses and comply with AML standards. Upcoming rules—aligned with FATF—aim to foster financial inclusion while…
VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange, partners with MoonPay for seamless fiat on-ramps across 34 currencies including KES, NGN, and BRL. Supporting Apple Pay, Google Pay, and cards, the integration serves 1.3M+ users. With stablecoins driving 43% of Africa’s crypto volume, this accelerates financial inclusion across South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, holding value on-chain with instant conversion tools.
Stablecoins have solidified its stance as a blockchain finance solution, accounting for 43% of Africa’s total crypto transaction volume. In Brief Tether and Shiga Digital’s stablecoin integration shields African businesses from currency devaluation while streamlining cross-border payments. Shiga’s automated treasury tools and USDT liquidity reduce remittance costs by 70%, empowering SMEs and freelancers. Regulatory shifts…
With Africa’s Web3 developments rising with new-gen developers building Africa-centric solutions with blockchain technology, Base blockchain has become a particular favourite for many. In Brief Base blockchain’s Ethereum-based Layer 2 design enables scalable, low-cost dApps and stablecoin remittances, ideal for Africa’s high-inflation economies. Coinbase’s Base Batch Workshops and $1M funding empower African developers to build…
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