The Bridge Between Global Finance and Africa's Digital Assets Future
Chasing Mavericks is the research, policy lobbying, and convening institute powering institutional adoption of virtual assets (stablecoins) and blockchain-based finance across Africa.
We connect banks, fintechs, regulators, and investors with the data, relationships, and market access needed to move first.
Our Impact Since 2018
Focus Areas
Research & Market Intelligence
Original data, market sizing, and adoption reports on stablecoins, tokenization, and digital payments across African markets: built for blockchain companies, banks, fintechs, capital markets, telcos making entry decisions.
Policy Lobbying
We convene the regulators, central banks, and legislators who write policy, alongside the institutions building on it. These closed-door, invitation-only dialogues are where informal conversation turns into regulatory clarity: feeding directly into digital asset policy discussions across the 10 countries we operate in.
Institutional Convenings & Summits
We create the platforms where Africa's financial future gets decided; bringing together central bankers, bank executives, and fintech leaders to shape strategy, forge partnerships, and set the agenda for the continent's digital finance ecosystem.
Research & Market Intelligence
Original data, market sizing, and adoption reports on stablecoins, tokenization, and digital payments across African markets: built for blockchain companies, banks, fintechs, capital markets, telcos making entry decisions.
Policy Lobbying
We convene the regulators, central banks, and legislators who write policy, alongside the institutions building on it. These closed-door, invitation-only dialogues are where informal conversation turns into regulatory clarity: feeding directly into digital asset policy discussions across the 10 countries we operate in.
Institutional Convenings & Summits
We create the platforms where Africa's financial future gets decided; bringing together central bankers, bank executives, and fintech leaders to shape strategy, forge partnerships, and set the agenda for the continent's digital finance ecosystem.
Trusted By
Upcoming Events
Abidjan Stablecoin Conference Powered by Bitnob and Tether is a high-level, invitation-only convening taking place on 15th October 2026 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Pullman,Abidjan.
Abidjan Conference is designed as an executive-level forum with conversations focused on practical adoption, scale, and the commercial impact of stablecoins in Africa’s economy.
The Africa Stablecoin Summit 2026, taking place on 12th–13th November 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa, convenes senior decision-makers to address this transition under the theme “Stablecoins at Scale: Institutional Adoption & Financial Infrastructure.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Chasing Mavericks work with banks and financial institutions directly?
Yes. We advise banks, fintechs, and payment service providers on market entry, regulatory engagement, and stablecoin/tokenization strategy across African markets.
Can institutions commission custom research?
Yes. Our research desk produces bespoke market-entry briefs, regulatory trackers, and adoption forecasts for institutional clients.
How does Chasing Mavericks engage with regulators?
We maintain direct working relationships with central banks and financial regulators across 10 African countries, contributing research and convening power to shape digital asset policy.
Does Chasing Mavericks offer funding?
No, we do not provide direct funding, but we connect startups with investors, venture capitalists, and funding networks that do.
What industries do you work with?
We collaborate with institutions and startups across finance (DeFi), payments, tokenization, supply chain, AI, smart contracts, government (e-governance), and corporate innovation.
Who can participate in Chasing Mavericks events?
Our events are open to institutional leaders, investors, corporate executives, policymakers, developers, and blockchain enthusiasts looking to engage in Africa’s blockchain and digital finance ecosystem.