Regional Dialogue Addresses Gender Barriers in Leadership Political leaders, activists, and civil society representatives gathered to confront deeply rooted gender norms limiting women and youth participation in leadership across Central Africa. The regional dialogue aimed to create a shared space for reflection, exchange, and commitment to transforming social norms that shape power and representation. Participants…
Libreville Embraces Digital Transformation for Revenue Collection The City of Libreville has officially launched a groundbreaking new digital platform designed to digitise its municipal revenue collection. This significant initiative, which took place on July 29 at City Hall, marks a crucial step towards modernising the city’s financial management systems. The launch event was chaired by…
East Africa‘s burgeoning $14 billion crypto economy is currently moving in contrasting regulatory directions, creating a fragmented landscape for digital assets. While Kenya actively advances legislation to formalize exchanges and wallets, Tanzania imposes taxes without legal recognition, and Uganda remains in a regulatory vacuum. This divergence in policy highlights both the rapid momentum and the…
Breet Teams Up With Rahman Jago to Demystify Crypto for Nigerian Youth In a bold move to unite technology and culture, Breet, Nigeria’s leading crypto-to-cash app, has announced Rahman Jago — a well-known Lagos lifestyle influencer and fashion icon — as its newest brand ambassador. The announcement reflects Breet’s mission to make cryptocurrency simple, stylish,…
Nigeria’s Crypto Regulation Sets Stage for Fintech Growth Across Africa LAGOS – With over $50 billion in annual remittances and a growing demand for faster, cheaper financial solutions, Sub-Saharan Africa is poised for a digital financial revolution. Now, Nigeria is leading the charge, unveiling a sweeping new crypto regulation that could transform how Africans send…
The final week of April marked the emergence of several noteworthy cryptocurrency stories from all over the African continent. These stories include Onafriq, an African payment service provider using stablecoin USDC for cross-border settlements. At the same time, over in Nigeria, law enforcement is going after eight people tied to the downfall of the CBEX…
