Luno has announced a strategic partnership with Altschool Africa, an accredited online learning provider, to introduce a crypto learning initiative titled “Demystifying Crypto for Africans.”
The programme plans to deliver fully funded crypto education to 15,000 Nigerians, positioning it as one of the largest crypto literacy initiatives in Africa.
With an estimate of one-third of Nigeria’s population engaging with digital assets, the programme seeks to address a widening knowledge gap, which has left many users vulnerable to scams and unaware of inherent financial risks. The training aims to promote secure, safe, and more informed participation of Nigerian users in the crypto market.
Programme Structure and Curriculum
The training programme is designed for beginners and will cover five key crypto concepts, including the fundamentals of cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, wallets, exchanges, stablecoins, and research tools such as CoinGecko and Etherscan.
The programme is to be delivered in three cohorts of 5,000 each, with the first cohort commencing in March. Applications for the first cohort will open in January and February; successful applicants will be notified within one week. The second and third cohorts will commence in July and November, respectively. Applicants must be Nigerian residents, at least 18 years old, and have a Luno account.
The training is expected to run for three to four weeks. During the programme, participants would receive up to one year of access to all course materials, including video lessons, quizzes, case studies, and practical examples. Applicants who successfully complete the training course will receive an AltSchool Africa Certificate of Completion.
Abdulsamad Tiamiyu, a Web3 expert leading the programme, had noted that the initiative combines theoretical and practical learning experiences to enable learners to efficiently use cryptocurrency in everyday financial transactions.
Advancing Crypto Literacy and Financial Empowerment in Africa
Speaking at the partnership announcement in Lagos, the CEO of Luno Nigeria, Ayotunde Alabi, emphasized the importance of crypto literacy in Africa as adoption continues to rise in the region.
As crypto adoption accelerates, formal literacy must grow alongside it so individuals can benefit safely and meaningfully. Our partnership with AltSchool Africa ensures that Nigerians can participate confidently and sustainably in the digital economy, turning what is often seen as a risk into a real economic opportunity.
The CEO and co-founder of Altschool Africa, Adewale Yusuf, described the partnership as a step towards financial empowerment in the region.
This programme provides Nigerians with the knowledge and tools to understand cryptocurrency with confidence and apply it in practical, life-changing ways. It is more than a course; it is a step toward building a digitally literate and economically empowered population.
As the global financial system increasingly embraces blockchain technology, crypto education has become essential for Africans seeking to effectively participate in the rapidly evolving digital finance economy.
