Africa Crypto News Week in Review: Ghana Gold Board Exploring Blockchain, South Africa Central Bank Caution, University of Namibia Introduces Blockchain Masters Program

India is currently reviewing its Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) framework to enhance investor protections and align local regulations with global standards. This review is part of a broader effort to reinforce the digital asset infrastructure in the country without implementing sweeping changes.

The cryptocurrency market remains stable as Bitcoin (BTC USD) holds steady around $90,000 and Ethereum (ETH USD) shows gradual upward movement following a chaotic data center outage in Chicago that briefly disrupted global trading. This calmness in the market is notable given the recent volatility experienced in the crypto space.

FC Barcelona's recent partnership with the Samoa-based company Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) as its 'Official Cryptographic Protocol Partner' has quickly turned into a public relations issue, with the club distancing itself from the association shortly after its announcement in mid-November. This development has raised concerns regarding the club's financial strategies and decision-making processes.

Turbo (TURBO) surged by 50%, while Wojak (WOJAK) also saw significant gains, marking a robust recovery in the meme-coin market as traders shifted towards higher-risk tokens. This upward momentum occurred over a 24-hour period leading into the weekend of November 29, 2025.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has announced a postponement of its plans for a central bank digital currency (CBDC), opting instead to focus on modernizing its payment systems. This decision reflects a reevaluation of the immediate necessity for a retail CBDC amid ongoing assessments of its viability.

South Africa's central bank has decided to pause its plans for a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC), citing a lack of immediate necessity. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has published a position paper assessing the viability of a CBDC, indicating a focus on wholesale use cases instead.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has categorized cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as a monitored risk, citing concerns over financial stability due to regulatory gaps and increasing trading volumes. This classification reflects the bank's apprehension regarding the potential impact of these digital assets on the financial system.

Traders are closely monitoring the cryptocurrency market as the odds of a Federal Reserve rate cut have surged to 85%, significantly impacting market sentiment. This development coincides with Tom Lee's continued accumulation of Bitcoin and the viral resurgence of the Space Quest Bitcoin logo, highlighting a dynamic shift in investor behavior and market expectations.