Blockchain & Web3Africa

Nigerian lawmakers discussing regulations against unlicensed cryptocurrency platforms

Nigeria’s Lawmakers Intensify Pressure on Unlicensed Crypto Platforms

The Nigerian House of Representatives has raised fresh alarm over the growing number of crypto platforms operating without regulatory approval, warning that the trend threatens consumer protection, financial stability, and...
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Hurupay dashboard showing $22 million stablecoin transaction volume growth

Hurupay Crosses $22M in Volume as Stablecoin Use Rise

Hurupay has shared new figures showing that it has processed more than twenty two million dollars in payment volume within the last ten months. What stands out is the pace...
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Students studying blockchain at a university in Namibia

Namibia Launches Africa’s First Master’s Degree in Blockchain Technology

The University of Namibia (UNAM), in partnership with the Africa Blockchain Institute (ABI), has introduced a Master of Science in Blockchain Technology, positioning Namibia as one of the first countries...
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Wingu Africa launches WCX to enhance data sovereignty for East Africa’s Web3 ecosystem

Wingu Africa Unveils WCX to Boost Data Sovereignty for East Africa’s Web3 Ecosystem

Wingu Africa has launched Wingu Cloud Exchange (WCX), a locally hosted private-cloud platform designed to help organisations operate in full compliance with East Africa’s fast-evolving data-sovereignty and digital-infrastructure requirements. While...
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Nigeria adopts blockchain-based FundsChain system to track donor funds with transparency

Nigeria Deploys World Bank’s Blockchain-Based FundsChain to Strengthen Donor Project Oversight

Nigeria has introduced the World Bank’s blockchain-powered FundsChain system to modernise how donor-funded projects are monitored, audited, and executed across the country. The initiative represents one of the most significant...
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Kenyan Lawyer Arrested in Terror-Financing Probe Linked to Crypto

A prominent Kenyan lawyer, Chacha Mwita, was detained by the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) following allegations that he helped fund terrorism using cryptocurrency. Prosecutors say Mwita received money from Binance...
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VALR and Mukuru Launch USDC Wallet to Boost Stablecoin Savings in Africa

South African crypto exchange VALR has partnered with fintech firm Mukuru to launch a USD Coin (USDC) wallet, giving millions of Mukuru customers across Africa access to regulated stablecoin savings. ...
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AWS partners with Nigerian blockchain startups to provide $100K cloud support

Nigeria’s Blockchain Startups Get $100K AWS Cloud Support Through Partnership

Nigeria’s blockchain ecosystem has secured  $100,000 in AWS Cloud credits grant to accelerate Web3 innovation. The Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN)  partnered with Vontech, an AWS Advanced...
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Ghana partners with Stellar to launch Akuna Wallet for digital payments

Ghana Set to Launch Akuna Wallet in Partnership with Stellar

Ghana is moving closer to launching the Akuna Wallet, a blockchain-based payments platform for creators and freelancers, through a collaboration with the Stellar Development Foundation. Discussions between the Ministry of...
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“Discovery Bank and Luno partnership enables crypto trading in South Africa

Discovery Bank partners with Luno to roll out crypto trading in South Africa

Discovery Bank, one of South Africa’s leading digital banks, has announced a new partnership with Luno, a crypto exchange, to enable direct cryptocurrency trading through its mobile app. The move...
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