UK Grants Full Legal Property Status to Crypto and Digital Assets Under New 2025 Ac
King Charles III has signed the Property Act (Digital Assets etc.) 2025, officially recognising crypto and other digital assets as personal property under UK law. The landmark reform strengthens ownership rights, boosts investor confidence, and positions the UK as a global crypto hub.
Mauritius to Introduce Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to Modernise Border Control and Boost Tourism
Mauritius plans to launch an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system to streamline border clearance, reduce wait times, and support its growing tourism sector. Learn how the new system will work and what it means for travellers.
Kaspersky Report Shows 41% of Africans Hit by On-Device Malware Threats in 2025
A 2025 Kaspersky report reveals that 41% of African users faced on-device malware attacks, highlighting the rise in cyber threats across the continent. Learn key insights, affected regions, and tips to stay protected.
Moniepoint Launches Moniebook POS to Help Nigerian SMEs Streamline Operations and Boost Growth
Moniepoint Launches Moniebook POS to Help Nigerian SMEs Streamline Operations and Boost Growth
Odunlade Adekola’s “Warlord: Olori Ogun” Tops Nigerian Box Office With ₦38.1M Opening Weekend
Odunlade Adekola’s new epic Nollywood movie “Warlord: Olori Ogun” earns ₦38.1 million in its first weekend, dominating the Nigerian box office and showcasing strong demand for star-studded Yoruba-language films.
Binance Appoints Co-Founder Yi He as Co-CEO to Strengthen Global Leadership and Drive Product Growth
Binance has appointed its co-founder Yi He as co-CEO alongside Richard Teng, marking a new dual-leadership era aimed at boosting global operations, enhancing product growth, and strengthening regulatory compliance.
CBN Introduces 3% and 5% Fees on Weekly Cash Withdrawals Above N500,000 and N5 Million Starting January 2026
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new fees on weekly cash withdrawals exceeding N500,000 for individuals and N5 million for corporates, effective January 1, 2026, as part of sweeping reforms to reduce cash dependency and strengthen financial system transparency.
South Africa Launches Investigation Into Temu and Shein Over Consumer Protection Act Compliance
South Africa’s National Consumer Commission (NCC) has opened a formal investigation into Temu and Shein over concerns around product safety, marketing practices, algorithm use, and compliance with the Consumer Protection Act.
CBN Introduces 72-Hour Refund Rule to Protect Bank Customers From Online Fraud
The Central Bank of Nigeria has proposed new draft guidelines requiring banks to refund victims of Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud within a defined timeframe, provided incidents are reported within 72 hours.
AFC Secures $524 Million Dual-Currency Samurai Loan to Strengthen Infrastructure Investment Across Africa
Africa Finance Corporation raises a record $524 million dual-currency Samurai term loan, expanding its footprint in Japan’s capital markets and boosting funding for critical infrastructure projects across Africa.
