Updates - VASPA

Introducing the VASPA Affiliate Tier – A New Pathway for Ecosystem Collaboration

September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 by VASPA Africa

Following the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) Executive Council meeting on 20 August 2026, the Franklin Peters-led leadership resolved to implement a strategic realignment of our membership structure. Alongside critical discussions on Project Green-White-Green (PGWG), regulatory engagement, media and communications, and Secretariat operations, the Council determined that VASPA must strictly align its membership model … Read more

Welcoming Tradepal AI: Strengthening Compliance in OTC & Digital Asset Operations

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 by VASPA Africa

Tradepal AI has officially joined the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) as a registered Corporate Member, becoming the newest addition to our growing institutional network. As the regulatory landscape for virtual assets continues to evolve across Africa and globally, the need for robust, automated compliance systems has never been more critical. Tradepal AI … Read more

VASPA Exhibits at Nigeria Stablecoin Summit 2.0 in Lagos by Africa Stablecoin Network

July 28, 2026 by VASPA Africa

ABUJA FCT, NIGERIA — July 27, 2026 — As stablecoins continue to solidify their position as the primary settlement engine for cross-border trade, remittances, and corporate liquidity across West Africa, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) is proud to announce its full support and active participation in the Nigeria Stablecoin Summit (NSS) 2.0. Organized … Read more

VASPA Appoints Founding Trustee Senator Ihenyen to Chair Newly Created Ecosystem Growth & Advocacy Committee

July 6, 2026July 5, 2026 by VASPA Africa

ABUJA, NIGERIA—July 6, 2026 —The Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) formally announces the appointment of its Founding Trustee and Lead Partner at Infusion Lawyers, Senator Ihenyen, as the inaugural Chairman of the newly established Ecosystem Growth & Advocacy Committee. This appointment follows a strategic activation of VASPA’s recently created committees and working groups … Read more

VASPA Names Board of Trustees Member Buki Ogunsakin to Chair Critical Passporting Working Group

July 5, 2026 by VASPA Africa

ABUJA, NIGERIA—July 5, 2026—The Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has formally appointed Buki Ogunsakin, a member of its Board of Trustees (BoT) and Principal at BBO Solicitors, as the inaugural Chair of the newly launched Passporting Working Group. The appointment represents another bold leadership deployment by the pan-African body to establish unified, cross-border … Read more

Member Showcase: Yellow Card Bridges Africa and APAC Via The Stable Alliance

June 18, 2026 by VASPA Africa

Abuja FCT, Nigeria — In a definitive nod to its growing authority and crucial coordinating role within the virtual asset sector, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has been officially enlisted by the Nigerian government to be a part of the Virtual Assets Working Group to help steer the country’s ongoing National Risk Assessment (NRA).

Introducing The Meridian: Navigating virtual asset policy across Africa shouldn’t feel like guesswork.

June 18, 2026June 16, 2026 by VASPA Africa

In a landscape as dynamic and fragmented as Africa’s virtual asset sector and digital economy, making strategic business decisions requires more than just tracking headlines—it requires connecting the dots across regions, frameworks, and jurisdictions. That is why we are incredibly proud to announce the launch of The Meridian, VASPA’s premier monthly policy newsletter. Issue … Read more

Building Africa’s Digital Infrastructure: VASPA Activates Standing Committees and Technical Working Groups

June 6, 2026June 6, 2026 by VASPA Africa

Building Africa’s Digital Infrastructure VASPA Activates Standing Committees Technical Working Groups

Following a transformative first half of 2026—marked by the landmark Builders Accord in January, the rollout of Project Green-White-Green compliance frameworks in March, and the inauguration of its new executive leadership in April—the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has officially shifted from strategic alignment to active, continent-wide execution. To drive this next phase … Read more

A New Era for Africa’s Virtual Asset Sector: Announcing VASPA’s New Pan-African Leadership

April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 by VASPA Africa

To build a robust, harmonized, and forward-looking virtual asset sector, we need leadership that reflects the diverse realities of the African market. We are thrilled to introduce the exceptional minds stepping up to steer VASPA’s mission:

From Ambiguity to Architecture: How Industry Feedback is Shaping the Future of Nigeria’s Virtual Asset Sector

April 1, 2026April 1, 2026 by VASPA Africa