São Tomé and Príncipe vs Zambia
Crypto regulation comparison
São Tomé and Príncipe
Zambia
No Regulation
No Regulation
São Tomé and Príncipe has no specific cryptocurrency regulation.
Zambia has no comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation. The SEC warns the public about unregulated crypto schemes and evaluates whether specific products qualify as securities. The Bank of Zambia's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan includes developing a crypto and stablecoin regulatory framework. Blockchain-based regulatory testing is underway with the SEC and BoZ.
Tax Type
None
Tax Type
None
Tax Rate
N/A
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
Banco Central de São Tomé e Príncipe
Regulator
Bank of Zambia, Securities and Exchange Commission
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Key Points
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Central bank has not addressed crypto
- Very limited financial infrastructure
- Minimal crypto adoption
- No licensing framework for crypto services
Key Points
- SEC warns public against unregulated cryptocurrency schemes
- Crypto products regulated only if they meet the definition of a security
- BoZ 2024-2027 Strategic Plan includes crypto and stablecoin regulatory framework
- Blockchain-based regulatory testing underway with SEC and BoZ
- Kwacha is sole legal tender for domestic transactions per 2025 Currency Directives