Grace Ashiru
Global cryptocurrency platform Luno, founded in Africa, and AltSchool Africa, an accredited online learning platform, have announced a strategic partnership to provide high-quality, fully funded crypto education to 15,000 Nigerian residents through a beginner-friendly course titled “Demystifying Crypto for Africans.” This initiative, now the largest crypto education program in Africa, represents a significant step in Luno’s ongoing efforts to build trust in digital assets and promote safer participation in the digital economy.
Africa’s rapidly growing digital finance landscape has highlighted the need for credible, structured crypto education. With 33% of Nigeria’s population already engaging with digital assets and a young, tech-savvy population eager to participate in the digital economy, this partnership seeks to address the knowledge gap by offering structured, practical, and secure crypto education. By combining Luno’s expertise in promoting safe crypto participation with AltSchool Africa’s experience in accessible digital skills training, the course tackles the misinformation and financial risks associated with unregulated digital assets, while demonstrating real-world applications tailored to the African context.
The program, which begins in March 2026 and runs throughout the year, will be led by Web3 expert Abdulsamad Tiamiyu. It will provide a practical, Africa-focused introduction to cryptocurrency, covering topics such as saving, remittances, global trading, and entrepreneurship.
The curriculum consists of five core modules and is designed to be completed in three to four weeks. Learners will have access to all course materials for up to one year, including online, self-paced video lessons, slides, quizzes, and case studies. The course blends theory with hands-on experience, allowing learners to interact with wallets, exchanges, stablecoins, and research tools like CoinGecko and Etherscan. This approach equips learners with the skills to confidently use digital currencies in their everyday financial activities. Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, learners will receive an AltSchool Africa Certificate of Completion.
Ayotunde Alabi, CEO of Luno Nigeria, commented on the partnership: “This initiative is a critical intervention in Africa’s digital ecosystem. As crypto adoption accelerates, formal literacy must keep pace so individuals can engage safely and meaningfully. Our collaboration with AltSchool Africa is a deliberate step toward that goal and a foundational investment in the integrity of the industry. By providing structured, high-quality education, Luno is ensuring that Africans can participate confidently, securely, and sustainably—transforming what is often seen as a risk into tangible economic opportunity.”
Adewale Yusuf, Co-founder and CEO of AltSchool Africa, expressed his excitement: “This partnership between AltSchool and Luno is a major step toward financial education that genuinely serves Africans and equips people with the knowledge and tools to confidently understand and use crypto in practical, life-changing ways. This is more than just a course or partnership; it is an investment in economic empowerment and the future of a continent that deserves every opportunity to fully participate in the global digital economy. AltSchool is proud to collaborate with a partner that believes in access, clarity, and education that creates measurable impact.”
The program will be delivered in three cohorts, with 5,000 learners per cohort:
- Cohort 1: Applications will run from January to February 2026, with the course starting in March 2026.
- Cohort 2: Course access will begin in July 2026.
- Cohort 3: Course access will begin in November 2026.
The program is open to Nigerian residents aged 18 and above who are committed to completing the course within four weeks. Applicants must have a Luno account or create one before enrolling. Interested participants can apply through the AltSchool Africa portal starting in January, with scholarship decisions communicated within one week.
