Author: Louis Dike
Louis Dike
Louis Dike is the Publisher of Coinafrica, leveraging years of experience driving growth for global exchanges like Bybit, Bitget, and VTrader across Africa. A former Binance Tutor, he now channels his expertise into clear, insightful reporting that amplifies Africa’s voice in the global Web3 economy.
A new chapter in Africa’s crypto tax and regulation has begun as South Africa and Uganda start implementing the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) from January 2026. CARF is an international standard designed to improve tax transparency by requiring crypto platforms to collect and report user transaction data to tax authorities. What CARF Means for Crypto Users Under the new framework: While this may increase operational costs for platforms, it also introduces greater legitimacy and oversight into Africa’s crypto markets. See more related: South Africa Publishes Draft CARF Regulations; Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework to Come Into Force March 2026 A Signal to…
Asset tokenization — the process of issuing real-world financial instruments on blockchain networks — is increasingly moving from theory into mainstream capital markets, and Africa is beginning to pay closer attention. Tokenized bonds, equities, and funds are being positioned as tools that could lower barriers to entry, improve liquidity, and modernize market infrastructure. Why Asset Tokenization Matters for Africa Traditional capital markets across Africa often suffer from: Tokenization could address these challenges by enabling fractional ownership, faster settlement, and transparent record-keeping. See more related: Tokenisation Risk: Why Regulators Are Sounding Alarms in Crypto Regulatory Readiness Will Be Key For African…
The BRICS bloc’s 2026 strategic agenda is placing renewed emphasis on blockchain technology, innovation, and reduced dependence on the US dollar, a move that could reshape the future of global digital finance — with important implications for Africa. With South Africa representing the continent within BRICS, Africa’s crypto and digital asset narrative is increasingly intersecting with broader geopolitical and economic shifts. Blockchain as Financial Infrastructure Rather than framing blockchain purely as a speculative technology, BRICS discussions are positioning it as core financial infrastructure, capable of supporting: This aligns closely with Africa’s existing use cases for crypto, particularly in payments and…
Ghana’s newly passed cryptocurrency law is officially moving from policy to practice, as implementation efforts begin under the supervision of the country’s financial authorities. Following the passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill, the Bank of Ghana has started rolling out frameworks, engagement sessions, and capacity-building initiatives aimed at preparing the local market for a regulated digital asset environment. This marks a critical shift for Ghana’s crypto ecosystem — from informal adoption to structured participation. From Legislation to Execution While Ghana’s approval of the VASP Bill made headlines across Africa’s crypto community, the real test lies in execution.…
Abu Dhabi, UAE — December 2025 — Mamadou Kwidjim Toure, CEO of Ubuntu Tribe, participated in Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW). The four-day event brought together prominent entrepreneurs, including Bill Gates, decision-makers from all over the world, and institutional investors overseeing a combined $63 trillion in assets. The week saw crypto executives move between panel stages, private investor meetings, and invitation-only gatherings across the city. Bitcoin MENA, running alongside ADFW, featured Michael Saylor and drew institutional players from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East to discuss treasury strategy and Bitcoin’s role on corporate balance sheets. Weeks before ADFW, Toure joined Binance…
Ghana has officially entered a new phase in its digital finance journey following the passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill, 2025, a law that formally legalizes and regulates cryptocurrency trading and services nationwide. The new legislation grants the Bank of Ghana regulatory oversight, empowering it to license crypto exchanges, wallet providers, brokers, and other digital asset intermediaries operating within Ghana’s borders. See more related: Ghana Prepares Crypto Regulation Framework as Digital Asset Use Grows What the VASP Law Means The framework introduces: For years, Ghana’s crypto ecosystem operated in a regulatory grey zone. The VASP Bill now…
The Central African Republic’s ambitious crypto agenda has once again come under scrutiny following reports highlighting governance and transparency risks. While the government maintains that its blockchain initiatives aim to modernize the economy, analysts warn that opaque structures could expose national assets to misuse. See more related: Addis Ababa Hosts Ethiopia’s Premier Blockchain Event Lessons for Other African Nations CAR’s experience highlights the importance of clear regulation, accountability, and public oversight when launching state-backed crypto projects. Balancing Innovation With Risk Crypto can offer financial inclusion benefits, but without transparency, such initiatives risk undermining investor confidence and national credibility.
Bitcoin has retreated sharply amid renewed global market uncertainty, slipping below the $86,000 mark and triggering liquidations across major crypto exchanges. While the downturn is global, Africa crypto market is feeling the impact in unique ways. Across Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, and Ghana, traders are adjusting strategies as volatility rises. On-chain data shows increased stablecoin inflows on African-facing exchanges, signaling a shift toward capital preservation rather than aggressive speculation. Why Africa Is Particularly Exposed Africa’s crypto adoption is heavily driven by retail participation, remittances, and inflation hedging. When global markets wobble, local traders—many of whom operate with tighter margins—are often…
A breakthrough is unfolding in Africa’s digital finance ecosystem. Global Settlement Network (GSX), in partnership with Ubuntu Tribe, has unveiled a $5 billion gold-backed, on-chain settlement corridor aimed at reducing transfer fees and settlement times between Africa and Europe. This development marks one of the continent’s most ambitious attempts to modernize cross-border payments using blockchain and real-world assets. How the Gold-Backed Settlement Corridor Works The new settlement rail tokenizes allocated physical gold, enabling participants to settle in a stable, non-inflationary asset rather than volatile fiat channels. Gold-backed value can be moved on-chain in real time, bypassing correspondent banking delays. This…
Africa’s crypto landscape has entered a new phase. The Africa Bitcoin Corporation (ABC) — a Johannesburg-based Bitcoin treasury and SME-financing company — has secured a quotation on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, one of Europe’s most liquid retail markets.This milestone is more than a corporate victory; it is a signal that African Bitcoin-native companies are stepping confidently into global capital markets. ABC’s cross-listing opens the door for European investors to engage with an African Bitcoin strategy on a larger scale. It also sets a precedent for how Bitcoin-backed businesses in emerging markets can attract institutional liquidity while growing local financial infrastructure.…