Ghana’s Cybersecurity Authority Grants First-Ever Licences to 51 Industry Players
The country ranks ninth in Africa and 92nd globally for data breaches, with 12 incidents per 100 people, according to a report by VPN firm Surf Shark.
South Africa Cracks Down on Mobile Market Abuse
The new amendment removes this requirement, so MNOs no longer need to publish confidential details online.
BasiGo Rwanda Receives $225,000 Grant to Boost Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure
BasiGo Rwanda is among nine innovative businesses offering high-potential solutions in three of Ireme Invest’s focus areas.
Africhange Launches in the UK: Simplifying International Money Transfers
UK university students can benefit from discounted exchange rates, while everyone can enjoy Africhange's competitive market rates.
South Africa’s Financial Authority Targets Illegal Crypto Operations
The FSCA emphasizes that operating without authorization is not allowed.
NALA, a Tanzanian Remittance Startup, Secures $40 Million for B2B Payments Platform
NALA's consumer app currently allows customers in the EU, UK, and US to send money to 249 banks and 26 mobile money services across 11 African countries, including Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda.
Nigeria Extends PoS Registration Deadline
The extension aims to assist operators in remote areas who have encountered network issues during the registration process.
Botswana’s First Satellite Set to Launch in 2025
Scheduled for launch in 2025 on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, BOTSAT-1 will provide essential data to improve mining efficiency and protect crops from drought.
KuCoin to Implement 7.5% VAT on Nigerian Crypto Transactions Starting July 8
The VAT will apply only to transaction fees, not the total transaction amount.
Nigeria’s SEC Requires Crypto Firms to Set Up in the Country
The SEC's goal is to speed up the registration process for new Digital Assets Rules, focusing on compliance and protecting investors.