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South Africa to include crypto in exchange control framework
According to Finance Minister Godongwana, says to be published soon
South Africa's crypto licensing experiment
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South Africa's emergence as Africa's most advanced crypto regulatory jurisdiction — from SARB authorizing banks to serve crypto clients through FSCA licensing 248 firms, SARS crypto tax enforcement, the stablecoin sovereignty debate and the FATF greylist exit.
CBDC
CBDCs are useful but are not an immediate priority — SARB
The bank sees no need to deploy a retail CBDC anytime soon, but it will explore wholesale options.
Dec 2, 2025
Bitcoin
Bitcoin is South Africa’s most preferred crypto asset — SARB report
Adoption is on the rise, but with increased adoption comes financial stability risks that the bank is now looking to counteract.
Dec 1, 2025
Regulation
South Africa reiterates crypto and stablecoin risks amid rising use
SARB said the absence of a complete regulatory framework for crypto assets and stablecoins remains a key vulnerability in South Africa’s financial system.
Nov 26, 2025
Policy
USD stablecoins can undermine African monetary sovereignty — SARB Governor
Lesetja Kganyago says he is unconvinced by the supposed stability of USD-pegged stablecoins and believes their backing can be called into question
Nov 11, 2025
Regulation
South Africa to introduce cross-border crypto framework in 2025
It will set parameters, conditions, administrative responsibilities, and reporting requirements for cross-border crypto transactions.
Aug 15, 2025
Litigation
South African court rules that crypto is not subject to exchange control regulations
According to Judge M. P Motha, crypto is not money, and the scope of current regulations do not define crypto as capital.
May 27, 2025
Compliance
Binance adopts stricter South Africa crypto policies
The exchange is complying with the FIC’s directive to implement the FATF’s Travel Rule by April 30.
Apr 24, 2025
Regulation
South Africa’s FIC flags crypto crime risks for VASPs — Report
The agency says that criminal actors are turning to crypto to launder their profits and wants licensed VASPs to report them
Apr 11, 2025