PAPSS rolls out blockchain platform for African fiat exchange
Interstellar says 19 countries and several multinationals now use the African currency marketplace for cross-border transactions.
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Visa expands stablecoin strategy into Africa with Yellow Card partnership
Both firms plan to explore opportunities to drive stablecoin adoption in treasury management and cross-border payments across markets where Yellow Card is regulated.
Blockchain enters the spaza shop: LovCash, Lisk and a major FMCG want to digitize informal trade
LovCash has deployed its platform on Lisk’s blockchain infrastructure to digitize transactions within the informal FMCG trade in South Africa.
Empowa expands blockchain housing model to Nigeria
The firm is also seeking for the listing of its native token EMP on Nigerian local crypto exchanges.
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.
Blockradar wins Crypto Valley Startup Competition 2025
The company stood out among 11 international crypto startups, securing $1.2 million in soft commitment funding along with additional prizes.