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Stories, interviews, and deep dives on Africa's digital transformation. Explore the policies, technologies, and people shaping the continent's future.
Why Ghana’s New VACC Matters for Digital Finance
On Tuesday, 25 August 2026, Ghana took a decisive step in this journey by inaugurating the Virtual Assets Coordinating Committee (VACC), a pivotal milestone in the operationalization of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154)
Why Collaborative Compliance is the New Standard for Africa’s Digital Economy
4 min · Aug 20, 2026
The Future of Payments is Interoperable: Lessons from Rwanda
4 min · Aug 19, 2026
Lessons from the Global Stage for Africa’s Digital Transformation
3 min · Aug 19, 2026Latest Articles
Digital PolicyWhy Ghana’s New VACC Matters for Digital Finance
On Tuesday, 25 August 2026, Ghana took a decisive step in this journey by inaugurating the Virtual Assets Coordinating Committee (VACC), a pivotal milestone in the operationalization of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154)
CybersecurityWhy Collaborative Compliance is the New Standard for Africa’s Digital Economy
The resolution between the CSA and EY Ghana is a victory for Ghana's cybersecurity framework, but it is also a win for the continent.
Fintech & PaymentsThe Future of Payments is Interoperable: Lessons from Rwanda
eKash is not just a milestone for Rwanda; it is a beacon for the continent, proving that with political will, strategic investment, and a focus on interoperability, African nations can leapfrog traditional financial barriers to create a truly inclusive digital future.
AI & DataLessons from the Global Stage for Africa’s Digital Transformation
For Africa, where digital adoption often outpaces regulatory frameworks, understanding these emerging risks is not merely a technical necessity but a foundational requirement for sustainable growth.
ADF UpdatesMDI Appoints Strategic Leadership for 2027 Continental Summit and Beyond
By combining Aboflan’s strategic vision with Gyetuah’s operational rigor, the Africa Digital Forum is positioned to accelerate the continent’s journey toward a globally competitive and inclusive digital economy.
Digital PolicyUnderstanding Digital Financial Services (DFS)
The global financial landscape has undergone a radical transformation over the last decade. For many of us in Africa, banking is no longer an imposing marble building in the city center, but rather an icon on our mobile phone screen. This phenomenon, grouped under the term Digital Financial Services (DFS), is redefining how we save, transfer, and borrow money.
Digital PolicyMfundo Nkuhlu’s Digital Legacy at Nedbank
To understand Nkuhlu’s impact, one must first look at the foundation he helped build. Over a 22-year career at Nedbank, Nkuhlu did not simply oversee operations; he architected a new era of stability.
InfrastructureHow New Undersea Cables Are Transforming Kenya’s Internet Landscape
Kenya is solidifying its position as East Africa's premier digital hub with the upcoming addition of two major undersea fiber-optic cables by 2027.
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