One Africa Securities secures landmark admission into BoG, SEC’s regulatory sandboxes

One Africa Securities Limited has gained admittance into both the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Ghana’s Virtual Asset Sandbox and the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Regulatory Sandbox, expanding its exploration of responsible use of emerging technology in Ghana’s financial markets. This dual sandbox participation showcases the company's dedication to expanding investment opportunities across Africa.

Within the SEC Virtual Asset Sandbox, One Africa Securities will delve into asset tokenisation and bonds in a controlled regulatory setting. Simultaneously, the company was among six entities selected for the Bank of Ghana’s sandbox program, where it will tokenize treasury bills, bonds, and commodities. These sandboxes facilitate the validation of proposed regulatory frameworks related to virtual assets and tokenized financial products.

Edward Illiasu, Group Head of Fixed Income and Director at One Africa Securities Limited, stated, "This is an important milestone for One Africa Securities Limited and reflects our commitment to responsible financial innovation." By participating in these regulatory sandboxes, One Africa Securities aims to contribute practical market insights while ensuring the development of innovation aligns with regulation, trust, and investor protection.