A region that has become a leader in stablecoin adoption and faces high remittance costs.
SpaceTrade Wants to Make Spending Crypto as Seamless as Spending Naira
SpaceTrade aims to simplify the transition from holding cryptocurrency to using it for everyday transactions. The platform allows users to sell cryptocurrencies and gift cards for naira.
Africa’s Retail Forex Market Enters a New Era Amid Regulation and Mobile Trading Boom
Africa's foreign exchange market is transforming with increased volatility and tighter regulations. Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to grow by 4.3% by 2026, supported by mobile money adoption.
Exness Opens New Cape Town Regional Hub
Exness officially opened its new office in Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to Sub-Saharan Africa. The Cape Town office will serve as the center of Exness' operations in South Africa and the SSA region.
Villgro Africa Opens Applications for Eye Health Accelerator Offering Up to $250,000 for African Startups
Villgro Africa and The Fred Hollows Foundation have opened applications for the Eye Health Innovation Accelerator 2026. The program aims to support African startups developing scalable, tech-enabled eye care solutions.
From Unbanked to Digital Wallet – How Financial Institutions Can Tap New Revenue Streams
More than 1.4 billion adults worldwide live without access to basic financial services. Global digital payments grew by over 50% in developing economies between 2020 and 2023.
