Senegalese born American singer, Akon has unveiled a new crypto called Akoin to fuel dreams of entrepreneurs, business owners and social activists.

"Akoin helps them connect and engage across the rising economies of Africa and beyond; created by visionary global artist, change-maker, innovator, and humanitarian, Akon.

"Africa has over 40+ currencies across 54 countries, each struggling with a level of inflation and instability that makes growing business within the continent and internationally extremely difficult While also creating massive roadblocks for entrepreneurs who want to learn, earn, spend and save.

"Through Akoin, one currency powers a digital suite of business building tools and services to unite the people of Africa, and connect them with a world ready to fuel entrepreneurial dreams; including unparalleled access for global brands seeking access to the next largest untapped and unrivaled rising economy."

Taking to his social media handle, the artiste also revealed that anywhere a MasterCard can be used, Akoin can be used.

Taking to his Twitter handle to talk more about Akoin, he said :

It's done. The official Akoin Card which allows you to now spend your Akoin (AKN) were ever master card is expected. I'm sure you can't freely spend your crypto in any of your favorite stores right ? Well you can with Akoin (AKN) so grab yours now on bitmark.com before we expand to the major exchanges.