The restless energy pulsing through Kenya’s economic landscape, the sound of small and medium enterprises (SMEs)—the kiosks, the tech startups, the agribusinesses, the fabricators—straining at the leash. They are the undeniable engine of this nation, contributing a massive chunk of GDP and employment. Yet, for decades, they have faced a silent, systemic barrier: the capital gap….
Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya’s property developers have unveiled a comprehensive blueprint for the future of the nation’s real estate sector, embracing technological innovation, sustainable development, and new investment models to navigate economic challenges and meet evolving market demands. The strategic vision, developed through collaboration between the Kenya Property Developers Association (KPDA), architectural firms, and financial institutions,…
Johannesburg, South Africa – South African cryptocurrency exchange VALR has secured licensing from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), receiving both an Over-the-Counter Derivatives Provider (ODP) license and Financial Services Provider (FSP) authorization. This dual licensing achievement positions VALR as South Africa’s most comprehensively regulated digital asset platform and sets a new benchmark for crypto regulation…
London, UK – Digital remittance giant Zepz has launched SendWave Stablecoin Wallet, a groundbreaking mobile application that enables instant, low-cost cross-border payments across Africa using USDC and other major stablecoins. The launch represents the most significant entry of a traditional fintech player into Africa’s digital asset space and could potentially disrupt the continent’s $100 billion remittance…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to dramatically reduce transaction fees across digital payment platforms, mobile money services, and banking channels in a bold move to drive financial inclusion and stimulate economic activity. The reforms, announced by the National Treasury in collaboration with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), target reducing…
