First-ever South African crypto licenses are imminent: FSCA official
A pivotal moment for Africa’s crypto regulatory landscape as South Africa nears crypto license issuance.
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Nigeria seeks $1.5 billion World Bank loan to ease forex shortage
Nigeria’s Finance Minister added that the country is also looking to tap into the Eurobond market this year if rates fall.
Ethiopia faces challenges as it integrates into BRICS
In December 2023, Ethiopia informed its bondholders that it would not be able to make a $33 million repayment on its $1 billion Eurobond loan.
Core DAO launches a $5 million Africa blockchain fund
Dubbed the “Core African Innovation Fund,” the initiative seeks to support blockchain projects in Africa.
A new generation of African builders is springing up, leveraging blockchain to build an inclusive future
Buidlers Connect, a collective of professionals in the African blockchain ecosystem, represents a new-found focus on developing blockchain-based public good solutions, Mariblock's lead editor opines.
Btrust Builders kicks off inaugural fellowship for Bitcoin developers in Africa
The fellowship, Btrust Builder’s first since it acquired Qala, is expected to train African software developers on Bitcoin open-source development.
IMF approves Kenya’s financial package of $941 million
A staff-level agreement follows the approval of the IMF loan to Kenya in November 2023.