Luno re-enters Kenyan market after decade-long hiatus Kenyans can now trade BTC, ETH, USDT and USDC with the Kenyan shilling on the exchange
Mariblock announces OnChain Conference — with Busha as founding partner OnChain 2025 will explore core themes, including stablecoins, payments, FX, tokenized real-world assets, regulatory clarity, the business case for blockchain and talent pipelines.
Bank of Ghana warns against Yellow Pay, Yellow Card responds BoG claims Yellow Pay is offering digital payment services, crypto trading, and stablecoin-based remittances without proper licensing.
Circle selects five African projects in latest USDC grants round The cohort marks Africa’s strongest showing yet — and comes as ecosystem grants increasingly serve as early-stage capital for blockchain startups navigating a tougher post-FTX funding climate.
31% of Kenyan banks are warming up to crypto — CBK According to the CBK, banks highlighted that crypto and NFTs offer alternative avenues for payments and investments, with the potential to boost transaction speed and lower costs.
UK-based crypto exchange Blockchain.com to expand into Africa Blockchain.com has already began the process to set up a physical space in Nigeria while it looks to secure licenses in three other countries as well.
Big on wallets, light on volume: Africa’s crypto paradox Africa is seeing high crypto wallet adoption, but actual usage and value remain limited. Experts say economic realities, short-term utility and product gaps help explain the disconnect.