{"id":59948,"date":"2025-11-23T15:31:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T15:31:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=59948"},"modified":"2025-11-23T15:31:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T15:31:39","slug":"africa-crypto-news-week-in-review-valr-partners-with-mukuru-bitcoin-atms-launch-in-nairobi-malls-iota-to-power-stablecoin-payment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/?p=59948","title":{"rendered":"Africa Crypto News Week in Review:\u00a0VALR Partners with Mukuru, Bitcoin ATMs Launch In Nairobi Malls, IOTA To Power Stablecoin Payment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In Africa crypto news this week, VALR, a leading digital asset exchange on the continent, is partnering with Mukuru to provide stablecoin payment infrastructure in South Africa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Meanwhile, Bitcoin ATMs have appeared at various malls in Kenya. This development comes weeks after the country enacted a landmark crypto legislation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Bitcoin ATM. Is this a good way to buy BTC?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/z30IgdTen4A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Globally, the IOTA Foundation is partnering with the World Economic Forum and the Blair Institute for continental stablecoin payments, including in Africa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DISCOVER: <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/crypto-presales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The 12+ Hottest Crypto Presales to Buy Right Now<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here\u2019s a more detailed look at these stories:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">South Africa Crypto News:\u00a0 VALR Partners With Mukuru<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of South Africa\u2019s largest crypto exchanges, VALR, is <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.valr.com\/blog\/valr-and-mukuru-partner-to-advance-usd-stablecoin-savings-in-africa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">partnering <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">with Mukuru to expand USDC stablecoin payments. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mukuru is a notable financial services platform with over 17M customers across Africa, Asia, and Europe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">VALR will introduce a USDC wallet and utilize Mukuru\u2019s infrastructure to facilitate broader stablecoin adoption among its users. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">VALR and Mukuru will let 17M+ users access USDC via WhatsApp, tapping Africa&#8217;s strong stablecoin use (43% of crypto volume). VALR&#8217;s regulatory licenses should build trust \u2013 this could make dollar-backed crypto savings more accessible and useful for many Africans.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Nifty (@nifty0x) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nifty0x\/status\/1990349542470856874?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">November 17, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The exchange aims to offer a regulatory-compliant product amid heightened interest in crypto within both local and international markets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">VALR obtained an Over-the-Counter Derivatives Provider license from regulators in October and aims to maximize the possibilities for its users. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Farzam Ehsani, the CEO, stated that the partnership is a \u201cprofound\u201d step in their quest to promote financial inclusion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u201cVALR is proud to support Mukuru with the crypto infrastructure needed to launch this offering. This partnership is a profound step toward realizing our shared vision of an inclusive financial ecosystem that unites humanity, advancing financial services in society.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">USDC is a top stablecoin and serves as a denominator in billions of dollars worth of crypto transactions every day. It can provide a valuable store of value for users keen to avoid the volatility seen even in <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/next-100x-crypto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">100X cryptos<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and fragile national currencies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DISCOVER: <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/high-risk-high-reward-crypto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto to Buy in 2025<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kenya Crypto News:\u00a0 Bitcoin ATMS Launch In Major Malls<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bitcoin ATMs have been <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capitalfm.co.ke\/news\/2025\/11\/bitcoin-atms-pop-up-in-nairobi-malls-as-kenyas-new-crypto-law-takes-effect\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">spotted<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> at major Kenyan malls shortly after the country passed a landmark crypto legislation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are reports of new ATMs at major malls, such as Two Rivers Mall, located just outside Nairobi, and similar outlets in the Westlands and Ngong Road areas of Nairobi.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Kenya\u2019s first Bitcoin ATM has now opened at Two Rivers Mall, next to the NCBA ATM. <\/p>\n<p>It allows users to buy and sell Bitcoin worth up to Sh10,000 without KYC.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Moe (@moneyacademyKE) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/moneyacademyKE\/status\/1990346591161729069?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">November 17, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Virtual Assets Service Providers (VASP) Act came into force on November 4, after passing through parliament and receiving presidential assent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This legislation was an attempt by authorities to regulate crypto operations within the country. Service providers now have elaborate licensing and reporting frameworks, particularly for exchanges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bitcoin ATMs straddle a regulatory tightrope because of the cash aspect of such transactions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DISCOVER: <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/new-binance-listings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">16+ New and Upcoming Binance Listings in 2025<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Africa Crypto News:\u00a0 IOTA To Roll Out ADAPT Initiative<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The IOTA Foundation is <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.iota.org\/adapt-africa-digital-trade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">joining hands <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">with the World Economic Forum and the Blair Institute to implement the Africa Digital Access and Public Infrastructure for Trade (ADAPT) initiative<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">across the continent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ADAPT will operate as a borderless framework for stablecoin payments and trades across the continent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ADAPT: Building Africa\u2019s Digital Trade Future\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zs8_13YCMX8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The initiative has also conducted pilot programs in Kenya and Rwanda, to expand to all African countries by 2035. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Africa is ripe for disruption by convenient solutions that offer low cost and instantaneous transactions on the continent.\u00a0A slight cause for concern is that this initiative is not African-led and would continue the trend of external capital and bodies shaping events on the continent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Nonetheless, to the extent that it can make <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/best-crypto-to-buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">commerce more convenient<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, it could be a positive development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DISCOVER: <\/span><a class=\"general-link\" href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/cryptocurrency\/new-cryptocurrency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Best New Cryptocurrencies to Invest in 2025<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways\">\n<h2 class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__title\">Africa Crypto News: VALR Mukuru, Bitcoin ATMs Kenya; IOTA Foundation ADAPT<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list\">\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n         South Africa Crypto News: VALR joining forces with Mukuru<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n         Kenya Crypto News: Bitcoin ATMs launched in key malls<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>    <\/li>\n<li class=\"nnbtc-key-takeaways__list-item\">\n         Africa Crypto News: IOTA Foundation to drive the ADAPT initiative<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>    <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/news\/altcoins\/africa-crypto-news-valr-mukuru-bitcoin-atms-kenya-iota\/\">Africa Crypto News Week in Review:\u00a0VALR Partners with Mukuru, Bitcoin ATMs Launch In Nairobi Malls, IOTA To Power Stablecoin Payment<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/99bitcoins.com\/\">99Bitcoins<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Africa crypto news this week, VALR, a leading digital asset exchange on the continent, is partnering with Mukuru to provide stablecoin payment infrastructure in South Africa. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ATMs have appeared at various malls in Kenya. This development comes weeks after the country enacted a landmark crypto legislation.\u00a0 Globally, the IOTA Foundation is partnering [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[3,4,5],"class_list":["post-59948","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news","tag-crypto","tag-doge","tag-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59948","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=59948"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59948\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=59948"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=59948"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dogewisperer.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=59948"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}