Elizabeth Rossiello, founder and CEO of BitPesa, discusses the complexities Facebook’s Libra will face to succeed in Africa. Despite cryptocurrency’s potential to increase financial inclusion, Africa’s diverse regions require a nuanced, multi-country approach. Rossiello highlights the need for Libra to partner with both public and private entities and address infrastructure challenges across borders. Success in one country, like South Africa, depends on functioning infrastructure in neighboring countries. Libra must navigate local infrastructure, compliance, and cultural differences to gain traction in Africa’s varied markets. Read it here.