A neighboring country to Kenya where Safaricom has expanded its services, marking a significant step in regional telecommunications.
Kenya to roll out national crypto policy and VASP bill
Kenya's government is embracing Bitcoin and blockchain technology, signaling a shift towards a digital economy. Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo announced plans for a National Policy on Virtual Assets and a Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill in Kenya.
Why African Merchants Struggle with Cryptocurrency Adoption
Over half of potential users in Africa lack understanding of cryptocurrency basics and blockchain technology. Regulatory uncertainty across African countries creates confusion and discourages cryptocurrency adoption.
Kenya to Reduce Stake in Safaricom Amid Soaring Debt, Signaling Shift for Telecom and Tech Sectors
Kenya's government aims to raise KSh149 billion ($1.16 billion) by selling stakes in state-owned enterprises, including Safaricom. The government has faced mounting debt servicing costs, paying approximately $5.5 billion in interest from July 2023 to February 2024.
Kenya’s Safaricom stake sale: what it means for its digital future
Kenya's government plans to divest 34.9% stake in Safaricom to raise KSh149 billion. The divestment aims to fund the 2025/26 national budget by offloading stakes in 11 state-owned enterprises.
Digital Nomads: This Ethiopian-born 6x founder is building a Web3 game to connect with her roots
The launch of 'Rise of Fearless' on May 3, which is a peer-to-peer battle royale game. A tournament was introduced shortly after the launch, increasing downloads from 100 to over 1,000 on the Google Play Store.
