As digital finance sweeps across the globe, Africa is not being left behind.
Currently, African countries are actively researching, piloting, or rolling out Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), a testament to the continent’s growing commitment to fintech innovation and financial inclusion.
CBDCs are government-issued digital versions of national currencies, secured, traceable, and issued directly by central banks. Unlike cryptocurrencies, they are legal tender and function alongside traditional cash.
