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This blog is part of a series documenting our program’s journey to accelerate the development of inclusive payments systems for universal access to financial services in Africa. #IAmAfricaNenda
From Policy to People: Key Takeaways from Our Webinar on eKYC and Inclusive Instant Payments Systems in Africa
In this joint webinar, the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance and AfricaNenda Foundation explored the critical gaps and opportunities in regulatory approaches to eKYC. Our expert speakers shared case studies, highlighted best practices, and discussed approaches that could enable eKYC while preserving the integrity of the financial system.
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The Rise and Stall of CBDCs and Cryptocurrencies in Africa: What's Next?
Coming out of last year’s SIIPS, there seemed to be demonstrative progress across Africa toward central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). eNaira was reaching tens of thousands of transactions, and the e-Cedi was on its way to a full launch. However, 2023 has created new headwinds for CBDCs and their cousins, crypto-currency.
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Building a Better Digital Future: An Introduction to Digital Public Goods
The term Open-Source Software (OSS) can be traced back to the 1990s when the founders wanted to advocate for free and open software without being misconstrued to be free. Twenty years later OSS is the backbone for most of the new enterprise technologies. So, what is the buzz about?
Financial inclusion