Biggest African blockchain stories of 2023, according to Mariblock writers
Explore Africa's blockchain evolution in 2023 through the lenses of Mariblock writers.
Mariblock Staff
Mariblock welcomes growth specialist Dorcas Osikorobia and promotes Ogechi Nelson
With Ms. Osikorobia’s appointment and Ms. Nelson’s promotion, the company is poised to continue making strides in shaping the blockchain landscape while promoting gender equality.
Q&A: Blockchain Association of Kenya offers a breakdown of proposed tax bills
Kenya has proposed at least three crypto-related tax bills over the past year — two since April 2023. Here’s what these proposals mean for you.
5 billion reasons Africa needs to ditch the U.S. dollar for cross-border trade
Although the U.S. accounted for less than 10% of Africa’s total trade in 2019, nearly half of Africa’s trade is settled in U.S. dollars. The mismatch in commercial and payment flow cost Africans $5 billion yearly, Kioneki writes.
Fact check: Bitcoin is NOT trading at a 60% premium in Nigeria
A narrative has been doing the rounds that bitcoin is trading at a significant premium in Nigeria. A deeper look at how FX works in Nigeria reveals flaws in the bitcoin premium story.
Nigeria's first active Bitcoin Lightning node launches in Lagos
The new node, dubbed NigeriaFreeRouting, improves the accessibility of payments via the Lightning Network for bitcoin users in Nigeria.
Kenyan financial regulators are considering developing crypto rules
Five financial sector regulators, including the country's central bank and capital markets regulator, will set up a working group to develop crypto regulations.