As Kenya accelerates its journey into the digital asset space, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is set to host a pivotal one-day training session tailored for company secretaries and compliance officers of listed companies and issuers. This initiative comes in the wake of NSE’s announcement to launch the Kenya Digital Exchange (KDX), a regulated platform for tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) .

 

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Event Details:

  • Date: May 22, 2025

  • Venue: Mövenpick Hotel, Nairobi

  • Focus: Enhancing compliance, governance, and regulatory awareness in the evolving digital asset landscape.

Key Topics Include:

  • Overview of Kenyan capital markets regulations pertinent to digital assets.

  • Corporate governance and internal controls in the context of tokenized assets.

  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) compliance, with updates on recent legislation.

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Why This Matters

The upcoming launch of KDX, developed in partnership with DeFi Technologies and SovFi, signifies a transformative step for Kenya’s financial markets. The platform aims to facilitate the digitization and trading of various assets, including equities, debts, and commodities, on a blockchain-based system . As such, understanding the regulatory framework and compliance requirements is crucial for professionals navigating this new terrain.

TOKENIZATION | Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to Launch Regulated Digital Assets Exchange and Tokenization Platform in Kenya

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— BitKE (@BitcoinKE) April 23, 2025

This training offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the regulatory considerations of digital asset tokenization and to prepare for the operational changes that KDX will introduce. Whether you’re directly involved in compliance or interested in the broader implications of blockchain integration in traditional finance, this session is designed to equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools.

Training Highlights

This comprehensive, one-day session aims to enhance compliance, governance, and regulatory awareness across listed entities. Key topics include:

  • Kenyan capital markets regulations

  • Corporate governance and internal controls

  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) compliance, along with legislative updates

The training is particularly timely given the NSE’s recent announcement of the Kenya Digital Exchange (KDX), a regulated platform for tokenizing real-world assets like equities, debt, and commodities using blockchain technology.

How to Register

To register for the training:

     1.) Visit the NSE Training Page:

  • Go to the NSE Training Portal.Nairobi Securities Exchange PLC

    2.) Locate the Event:

  • Browse the training calendar to find the “Listed Companies & Issuers Training Course” scheduled for May 22 2025

     3.) Register:

  • Follow the provided instructions to complete your registration.

Note: If the specific event isn’t listed, consider reaching out directly to the NSE for assistance.

Contact Information

For further inquiries or assistance with registration:

Attending this training will equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to navigate Kenya’s evolving capital markets landscape, especially in the context of digital asset tokenization and the upcoming KDX platform.

 

 

 

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