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Regulatory Passporting and the Future of Cross-Border Fintech in Africa
Africa's fintech sector is expanding regionally, but regulatory challenges hinder this growth as companies must navigate different licensing processes in each market. The Central Bank of Nigeria's report suggests that a regulatory passporting framework could streamline these processes and support cr
TechCabal - Apr 03, 2026
BitGo’s Nick Coombs thinks everyone is reading Africa’s crypto market wrong
In January 2026, BitGo, a US-based digital asset company, listed on the NYSE, marking a significant shift in the crypto industry towards mainstream acceptance. The interview with Nick Coombs, BitGo's Managing Director for MENA, highlights the growing institutional interest in digital assets, particu
TechCabal - Apr 03, 2026
Why Africa’s crypto sector is entering its ‘pay the milkman’ era
The text discusses the evolution of cryptocurrency usage in Africa, highlighting a shift from cross-border arbitrage to domestic payments. Startups like Zerocard, CoinCircuit, and Machankura are emerging to facilitate everyday transactions with crypto, aiming to make it as easy as using cash. Howeve
TechCabal - Apr 03, 2026
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APR
AfricArena Kinshasa Summit 2026
Kinshasa , CD
The focus is on fintech, agritech, healthtech, energy & logistics as Congo positions itself on Africa’s tech map.
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GITEX Africa Morocco 2026
Marrakech, MA
Network with tech leaders & investors at Africa's largest tech show. Explore AI, cybersecurity, and more to shape the continent's digital future.
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Nigeria Telecoms Forum
Lagos, NG
Telecoms regulators, CEOs, investors, and technology leaders exploring how 5G, AI, and data infrastructure are transforming the telecom landscape.
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Mar 17, 2026
Wicked Innovation Hackathon 2026 – Call for Teams 🚀
The problems are in. Now it’s time to build. For World Product Day 2026, Hadu x Innovate Africa…
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@Hadu Team
Feb 7, 2026
World Product Day 2026 Ideathon x Innovate Africa Fund
For World Product Day 2026, Hadu is partnering with Innovate Africa Fund to announce a continent wide Ideathon.…
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