Rwanda: Parliament Passes Bill On Virtual Assets, Cryptocurrencies

Rwanda: Parliament Passes Bill On Virtual Assets, Cryptocurrencies

The Lower Chamber of Parliament on Tuesday, May 5, approved the draft law governing virtual assets, marking a key step towards regulating cryptocurrency trading in Rwanda.

Parliament passes bill on virtual assets, cryptocurrencies

The Lower Chamber of Parliament on Tuesday, May 5, approved the draft law governing virtual assets, marking a key step towards regulating cryptocurrency trading in Rwanda. The bill seeks to regulate virtual asset activities, protect investors, and safeguard the financial system. ALSO READ: New bill proposes 5-year jail, Rwf100m fine for illegal virtual assets trading Under the proposed framework, operating without authorisation will attract both…

Parliament passes law regulating cryptocurrency, strengthening oversight of digital assets - Rwanda Dispatch News Agency

Rwanda’s Chamber of Deputies has unanimously adopted a new law regulating cryptocurrency and other digital assets, establishing a formal licensing system, strict penalties for illegal operations, and a clear supervisory framework aimed at curbing fraud and protecting investors. The legislation, passed during a plenary session on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, designates the Capital Market Authority […] The post Parliament passes law regulating cryptocurr…

Rwanda Moves to Regulate Cryptocurrency to Curb Fraud and Protect Investors

Rwanda’s Chamber of Deputies has approved a new law to regulate digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, addressing a previously unregulated sector that exposed many citizens to fraud and financial losses. The law is designed to reduce risks like money laundering, terrorism financing, and deceptive investment schemes, while improving consumer protection and market transparency. Authorities were

Rwanda Parliament Legalizes Cryptocurrencies and Virtual Assets

KIGALI – In a decisive pivot from years of financial caution, the Parliament of Rwanda has unanimously adopted a landmark law to legalize and regulate cryptocurrencies and virtual assets. The… The post Rwanda Parliament Legalizes Cryptocurrencies and Virtual Assets appeared first on KT PRESS.

Rwanda Cracksdown on Fraud, Financial Crimes

Rwanda has taken a major step towards regulating the fast-growing digital asset sector, as the Chamber of Deputies of Rwanda approved a new law governing cryptocurrency trading. The legislation targets a sector that has largely operated without formal oversight, leaving many investors exposed to fraud and deceptive schemes promising unrealistic returns. Lawmakers say the new legal framework is designed to bring order and accountability to crypto…