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U.S.-South Africa Tensions Escalate: Trump Threatens to Cut Aid Over Land Expropriation Act

3.2.2025
Tensions between the United States and South Africa appeared to escalate on February 3, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pushing back against Donald Trump’s claims. South Africa’s Land Question The tiff between the United States and South Africa appeared to worsen on Feb....

South African Court Sets Bail for Man Accused of Sending Bitcoin to Terrorists

31.1.2025
A South African man accused of sending bitcoin to an Islamic State affiliate in Syria, is set to be released on bail after a court ruled he is not a flight risk. Accused Person Not a Flight Risk A South African man accused of sending bitcoin (BTC) worth just over $600 to an Islamic State […]

Nigerian Fintech Moniepoint Secures Over $10m Investment From Visa, Eyes Expansion in Africa

30.1.2025
Visa has invested over $10 million in African fintech Moniepoint, joining its Series C funding round, which now exceeds $120 million. Moniepoint provides banking, credit, and payment services to businesses and individuals in Africa. The investment aims to drive financial inclusion and support...

South African Startup Revs up Crypto Payments for Car Purchases

28.1.2025
South African fintech startup has partnered with BTS and Serti Solutions to facilitate cryptocurrency payments for vehicles at over 1,400 car dealerships. Bridging the Gap Between Customers and Car Dealers South African fintech startup 6DOT50 recently announced a partnership with BTS and Serti...

Microsoft’s Ambitious Plan: Train 1 Million South Africans in AI and Cybersecurity

28.1.2025
Microsoft has announced plans to train 1 million people in South Africa on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity skills by 2026. This initiative, part of Microsoft’s broader efforts to empower individuals and businesses across Africa, aims to equip South Africans with the necessary...

Trump’s ‘America First’ Policies Threaten African Currencies

25.1.2025
The “America First” policies of the Trump administration could weaken currencies such as the Nigerian naira, leading to higher debt servicing costs. Trump Threat The “America First” policies of the Trump administration could lead to the weakening of currencies like...

African Regulators to Follow U.S. Lead on Crypto Regulations, Says Yellow Card CEO

24.1.2025
Chris Maurice, CEO of Yellow Card, believes the emergence of a crypto-friendly government in the U.S. will prompt African regulators to establish rules for the sector. African Regulators Seen Following U.S. Lead The recent emergence of a crypto-friendly government in the United States is likely...

South African Central Bank Chief Criticizes Crypto Lobbying Efforts, Warns of Regulatory Capture

23.1.2025
Lesetja Kganyago, governor of the South African Reserve Bank, criticized crypto lobbyists at the World Economic Forum in Davos for pushing countries to add Bitcoin to their reserves. South Africa Central Bank Chief Questions Lobbyists’ Focus on Bitcoin The governor of the South African Reserve Bank...