Money moves from Lagos, Nairobi, and beyond

The CBK reports a decline in money sent home by Kenyans abroad. Here's what's driving it—and how it affects dollar earners and receivers in Kenya.

With interest rates staying high, borrowing in naira is expensive. Here's why the CBN is holding firm, and how it affects your dollar business and transfers.

The CBN is now monitoring every retail dollar transaction. Here's what freelancers and remote workers need to know about reporting, compliance, and keeping your dollars safe.

Kenya's CBK just approved 25 more digital lenders. Here's why that matters for freelancers and small-business owners sending and receiving money across borders.

Gigbanc's shutdown and CBN license revocations are a wake-up call. Here's what you need to know about protecting your dollars when a fintech fails.

The naira trades at ₦1,420/$ on the street while the CBN holds the line at ₦1,400. Here's why that gap matters to your dollar business.

Circle's investment in Flutterwave signals a shift toward stablecoin settlement for cross-border payments in Africa. Here's what it means for your dollar transfers.

The Kenyan shilling has been gaining against the dollar, driven by diaspora remittances and stronger forex reserves. Here's what this shift means for remote workers and freelancers earning in dollars.

The CBN just warned merchants against refusing ₦100 notes. But cash rejection is a real problem. Here's why it happens, what the CBN can and cannot do about it, and how it affects your business.

Circle's $200m bet on Flutterwave signals a shift: Africa's fintechs are moving from startup mode to institutional-grade finance. Here's what that means for dollar holders.

Inflation is edging higher in Nigeria, and it changes how far your dollars go. Here's what's happening and why it matters for freelancers and business owners.

Kenya just hit $14.05 billion in forex reserves—a six-month import cover. Here's why that matters for dollar earners and what the CBK's next move could be.