How crypto provides people with a way out during conflicts
During wars and protests, cryptocurrency offers people an escape route. It provides a means of financial freedom and independence from traditional financial systems.
Adoption
South Africa’s First National Bank to issue blockchain-based title deeds
The ‘big four’ bank is warming towards the technology and considering other blockchain innovations in the traditional finance sector.
Morocco remains in top 20 for global crypto adoption despite ban — Chainalysis
Egypt, previously ranked as the fastest growing crypto economy worldwide, dropped out of the top 30, according to Chainalysis’ Geography of Cryptocurrency report for the MENA region.
Chainalysis’ research lead speaks on Sub-Saharan Africa’s $117 billion crypto economy
Sub-Saharan Africa's crypto economy is characterized by retail-driven markets, with Nigeria leading the way, according to Chainalysis.
Republic of Mauritius launches blockchain-based eVerify service
The eVerify service will be used in the education, health care, production, and legal sectors of the country.
Nigeria received nearly $60 billion in crypto value in a year
Overall, Sub-Saharan Africa received $117.1 billion in crypto value between July 2022 and June 2023, according to data from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis.