Introduction Kenya’s 2025 Finance Act introduced a shift in how the Government taxes virtual asset transactions. After collecting about KSh 1.1 billion in revenue from a 3% Digital Asset Tax (“DAT”) over 21 months (September 2023–June 2025), the Government has repealed that turnover-based tax and replaced it with an excise duty on transaction fees. This […]
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Kenya has always had its foot forward in mobile payments, with M-Pesa reimagining how financial transactions are done across the country. Now, decentralized financial (DeFi) platforms are taking it to the next era, using blockchain technology to enable faster, cheaper, and borderless payments. Swypt, a next-generation Web3 payments platform, has integrated cKES (Celo Kenya Shilling),
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In the rapidly evolving world of finance and technology, Bitcoin continues to stand as a cornerstone of decentralization. Recently, Jason, CEO of Tando.me offered a compelling perspective on the future of cryptocurrencies and their relationship with the government. “Bitcoin doesn’t need the government – the government needs Bitcoin,” he stated, highlighting a shift towards a
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Blockchain technology is threatening to usurp legacy systems all over the world . And in Africa the story is not any different. Its adoption is rising by the day, spearheaded by visionary leaders like Aziz Mohammed , Kiboko Dao Communications Director. As Communications Director of KibokoDAO, Aziz is on an assignment –to onboard half a
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Bratipah Kioko In a world where technology is shaping the future, Bratipah Kioko has fought her way to the forefront of a male-dominated industry, earning her place as a Kenya Lisk Ambassador and a celebrated force in blockchain. Her journey is a powerful testament to resilience, bringing down barriers, and claiming space where women are
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Lawyers in Kenya are embracing blockchain with the enthusiasm of a caffeine-fueled intern on their first day. While the world of smart contracts and decentralized ledgers may be complex, these legal leaders are busy drafting the rules to ensure the digital frontier doesn’t turn into a lawless Wild West. As blockchain technology continues to disrupt
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