Bitcoin kenya

Kenya Parliament Passes Landmark Crypto Asset Law, Establishing Comprehensive Regulatory Framework

Nairobi, Kenya – In a historic move that positions Kenya as a African digital asset leader, Parliament has passed the groundbreaking “Virtual Asset Service Provider Act, 2025,” creating East Africa’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies. The legislation, approved with overwhelming bipartisan support, establishes clear guidelines for crypto exchanges, token offerings, and blockchain…

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Capital Markets Authority

Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority Approves Six New Funds to Strengthen Financial Markets

Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has approved six new unit trust funds, underscoring its efforts to expand the diversity of investment opportunities in the country. This move is part of a broader strategy to deepen capital markets and encourage greater public participation in financial investments. Overview The newly approved funds include offerings from several prominent…

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Kenya Mobile Cash Industry

Kenya’s Digital Gold Rush: Unlocking the Financial Markets Potential using Mobile Phones

The Mobile Revolution Kenya, with over 32 million smartphones in use, is undergoing a financial transformation. Mobile money platforms like M-Pesa have revolutionized transactions, allowing many Kenyans to save, send, and receive payments without traditional banking. This change has been pivotal for 44% of the population previously excluded from formal banking services. Now, a new…

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