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African Fintech Leaders Call For Unified Virtual Asset Rules

African Fintech Leaders Call For Unified Virtual Asset Rules

Industry experts urge harmonized regulations to boost Africa’s $65B virtual asset market, improving cross-border access and innovation.

Fintech leaders across Africa are advocating for harmonized regulations governing virtual assets to streamline operations and foster broader market access. The appeal emerged at the LeadIn Fintech Summit, a two-day event in Accra hosted by Precept and the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS).

The summit brought together entrepreneurs, regulators, investors, and technologists to explore pathways for developing Africa’s growing digital finance sector. Discussions focused on creating regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with consumer protection, while facilitating cross-border activity.

GhIPSS Chief Executive …

Moniepoint Firm Secures $200 Million To Boost Africa, UK Drive

Moniepoint Firm Secures $200 Million To Boost Africa, UK Drive

Nigerian fintech Moniepoint raises $200 million in 2025, attracting Visa, Google, and LeapFrog to fuel expansion across Africa and the United Kingdom.

Nigeria’s leading financial-technology firm Moniepoint Incorporated has raised $200 million in total funding this year, cementing its status as one of Africa’s most valuable fintech companies and strengthening its international ambitions.

The latest $90 million round, announced this week, drew participation from global investors including Visa Incorporated, LeapFrog Investments, Development Partners International LLP, and Google’s Africa Investment Fund. The investment reflects renewed confidence in Africa’s fast-growing digital-finance industry after two years of subdued venture activity.

Founded in 2015 …