South Africa’s Crypto Grew 52% in A Bear Market. Then Came the Permission Slips
South Africa’s crypto economy grew 52% to $39.3 billion in the year to June 2026. The gain came during a global bear market. Cross-border stablecoin transfers and crypto service flows led the growth. However, draft rules now under revision would push cross-border transfers through authorized local providers. A Gateway for Regional Crypto According to Chainalysis, The post South Africa’s Crypto Grew 52% in A Bear Market. Then Came the Permission Slips appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Key Takeaways
- South Africa’s crypto economy grew 52% to $39.3 billion in the year to June 2026.
- The gain came during a global bear market.
- Cross-border stablecoin transfers and crypto service flows led the growth.
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