Bankless Africa Podcast

ETHSafari 2023: Mobilizing to build for Real Impact and Use Cases

Our guest today is Mortech(Contributor at SafariDAO) who talks about ETHSafari 2023, an upcoming event that aims to bring together the Ethereum community in Africa and beyond. It is a week-long conference and festival that will feature panels, workshops, keynotes, hackathons, and art performances on various topics related to blockchain technology and decentralized finance. Some of the themes that will be covered are:
DeFi for the real world: How decentralized finance can shift the future of African and global economies
Investing in Web3: Lessons and opportunities from the frontlines of crypto investing
NFTs and digital identity: The metaverse experience and the potential of non-fungible tokens
Impact and ReFi: Social impact and regenerative finance as a way to do business more accountably
DAOs: The web3 rabbithole and how to create and join decentralized autonomous organizations
ETHSafari 2023 will take place from September 18 to September 24 in Kenya. The first three days will be held in Nairobi, where participants can join bootcamps and side events to learn and build with Ethereum. The last four days will be hosted at Beneath The Baobabs, a stunning venue in Kilifi, where the conference and festival will take place. There will also be a special train ride from Nairobi to Kilifi on September 21, called the BlockTrain, for those who want to enjoy the scenic journey.
If you are interested in attending ETHSafari 2023, you can get your early bird tickets now at ETHSafari website. You can also check out the schedule, the speakers, the artists, and the sponsors of the event. 
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The case for L2s in Africa with thinkDecade

thinkDecade joins Miss Purple on this episode to explore the case for L2s in Africa. In The Great Promise episode, a case was made about how crypto is a technology that promises financial inclusion and economic participation in a manner and scale never before seen for the everyday African. Unfortunately, this promise is threatened with challenges like transaction fees on L1 blockchains like Ethereum and Bitcoin. This episode continues the conversation by presenting how L2s such as Optimism are helping bring the Great Promise back on track. 
The episode also briefly touches on Optimism's vast ecosystem and how it offers opportunities in the form of retroactive public good funding and ecosystem grants to people who provide value and build in the Op ecosystem. This means that if you are a developer who is building on Optimism, you can apply for grants to help fund your project. Additionally, if you are providing value to the Optimism ecosystem in some other way, such as by writing blog posts or tutorials, you can also apply for retroactive public good funding. This is a great way to support the development of the Optimism ecosystem and to get rewarded for your contributions.
The Optimism ecosystem is currently undergoing a great deal of experimentation with its governance and superchain thesis. We strongly advise you to keep an eye on this ecosystem. 
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Sats & Gwei | Blockchain Startups decreases by 5.5% in Africa | Felix Adu aims to revolutionize fashion with blockchain | Patricia exchange Saga continues | Crypto premium surges in SA | And more

Welcome to another episode of Africa’s Crypto Rollup - Sats & Gwei. like we always do weekly, in this episode we bring you the latest and most relevant crypto news and updates across Africa. 
Highlights
Blockchain Startups decreases by 5.5% in Africa 
https://bitcoinke.io/2023/08/blockchain-startups-decrease-in-2023/ 
 Felix Adu aims to revolutionize fashion with blockchain 
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/09/01/felix-adu-revolutionises-fashion-industry-with-african-textiles-cutting-edgetechnology 
Patricia exchange Saga continues
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crytpo-token-nigeria-s-patricia-crypto-exchange-seeks-to-explain-its-token-amid-confusion 
Crypto premium surges in SA 
https://news.bitcoin.com/south-african-crypto-premium-surge-after-kraken-abruptly-starts-blocking-deposits-by-local-residents/ 
Blockchain Association in Kenya goes to court
https://techcabal.com/2023/09/01/bak-moved-to-court-to-block-crypo-taxes/ 
And more
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Empowering Web3 Builders in Africa with Jennifer Echenim of Web3Afrika

Jennifer Echenim contributes significantly to Web3Afrika as the Community and Technical Lead. She's also the Co-founder of Bloccpay, an innovative crypto-powered payroll solution for global enterprises and talents.
Web3Afrika is a spin-off of Developer DAO with a goal of onboarding, educating and supporting web3 builders in Afrika. They aim to foster and build Web3 tools and Public Goods while helping to foster diversity in global Web3 conversations. 
Jennifer Echenim highlights the importance of their vision, mission and the need to have a thriving builder ecosystem in Afrika and beyond!
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Sats & Gwei | Coingecko Report: West Africa Leads Crypto Craze with 75% Interest | Brazil Court Fines South African Bitcoin Ponzi Mastermind | South Africa Sees Crypto Fraud Spike Linked to Deep Fakes

Welcome to another episode of Africa’s Crypto Rollup - Sats & Gwei. like we always do, we bring you the latest and most relevant crypto news and updates across Africa. 
Highlights
Brazilian Court Fines Mastermind of South African Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme
https://news.bitcoin.com/report-brazilian-court-fines-mastermind-of-south-african-bitcoin-ponzi-scheme/ 
https://mybroadband.co.za/news/cryptocurrency/504222-boss-of-south-africas-biggest-pyramid-scheme-in-history-found-guilty-in-brazil-fined-r595000.html 
SA sees an uptick in crypto fraud, seemingly caused by deep fakes
https://www.itweb.co.za/content/LPwQ5MlbmX6vNgkj 
Coingecko’s latest report puts West Africa at the top of the continent’s crypto craze with a 75% interest in crypto
https://www.itweb.co.za/content/LPwQ5MlbmX6vNgkj 
Coingecko’s latest report puts West Africa at the top of the continent’s crypto craze with a 75% interest in crypto
https://bitcoinke.io/2023/08/west-africa-dominates-africa-crypto-craze/ 
 
The Africa Blockchain Institute Partners With Web3 Tech
https://alexablockchain.com/africa-blockchain-institute-partners-with-web3-tech/ 
Luno celebrates 10 years in South Africa
https://www.itweb.co.za/content/mYZRXM9gNRkvOgA8 
 
Sats & Gwei is a Bankless Africa podcast that brings you weekly crypto/web3 headlines about the Africa continent. Stay up to date with the most relevant crypto happenings across Africa.
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ETHAccra : Learn, Hack and Build for Africa with Abena.eth

This episode features Abena, a Shefi educator, and ETH Bogota finalist. She is also the co-founder of ETHAccra and has spoken at various ETH events around the world, leaving a lasting impression on the crypto and blockchain community with her insights and passion.
Abena's journey into blockchain and computer science is enthralling. She has a passion for teaching and has participated in many hackathons. She is also a strong advocate for collaboration and inclusivity within the blockchain ecosystem. Abena believes that African developers can play a significant role in addressing the unique challenges faced by the continent. She is excited about the upcoming ETHAccra event.
ETHAccra is a 3-day hackathon that will take place from September 7th to September 9th, 2023 at the University of Ghana, Legon. It aims to bring the Ethereum community to the most crypto-friendly city in the heart of West Africa. The goal is to learn, hack, discuss, and celebrate the future of decentralization. The use cases developed at ETHAccra should have the goal of transforming Africa. This means that the use cases should be designed to address some of the most pressing challenges facing the continent. Additionally, the use cases should be designed to empower and uplift the people of Africa, giving them the tools they need to build a better future for themselves and their communities
Motto: “Beyond blockchain: building the new infrastructure frontier in Africa”
The event is open to anyone who has a passion for decentralization, from Ethereum, crypto to web3. You don’t need to have any prior experience or knowledge to participate in this hackathon. All you need is a laptop, an internet connection, and a willingness to learn and have fun. You can join as an individual or as a team
Sign up here https://www.ethaccra.xyz/ 
Key Takeaways:
African Developers: Central to crafting solutions tailored for Africa.
Value of Hackathons: A vital nexus for learning, collaboration, and crafting prototypes.
ETHAccra: Envisioned as a cornerstone event, nurturing the Ethereum builder community in West Africa.
Three Cs of Ecosystem Building: The foundation of a lasting and influential ecosystem is built on collaboration, contribution, and consistency.
Blockchain Community Goals: It's imperative to foster inclusivity and confront the prohibitive transaction fees which exclude many.
 
Quotes:
"The essence is in creating an atmosphere conducive to learning, especially when navigating complex terrains"
"Hackathons are a reservoir of networking opportunities, learning, and enriching experiences"
"Africa must take the initiative to create its own solutions"
"Our quest is to enrich the Ethereum builder community, heralding a new era of developers in West Africa"
"Our vision aligns with co-creating a space that resonates with our true essence"
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Sats & Gwei | Worldcoin halted in Kenya amid rush for free money | Nigerian Trade Group urges Government to ban Binance | Nigeria turns blockchain to combat certificate fraud | And More

Welcome to another episode of Africa’s Crypto Rollup - Sats & Gwei. like we always do, we bring you the latest and most relevant crypto news and updates across Africa. 
Highlights
🗞️ Nigerian Trade group urges government to ban Binance exchange.
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-nigeria-faces-calls-for-ban-by-nigerian-bureau-de-change-association 
🗞️ Nigeria turns to blockchain to combat certificate fraud
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/nigeria-adopts-blockchain-to-fight-certificate-fraud/ar-AA1f5tAo 
🗞️ Cardano expands blockchain efforts in Africa via Mithril
https://bitcoinke.io/2023/08/the-state-of-kyc-in-africa-h1-2023-report/ 
🗞️ 2023 Smile ID Report : Crypto tops biometric fraud rates
https://bitcoinke.io/2023/08/the-state-of-kyc-in-africa-h1-2023-report/ 
🗞️ Bundle Africa shifts focus to Cashlink P2P, ending exchange services
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nigerian-social-payments-app-shuts-down-crypto-exchange-services 
https://twitter.com/DefiUncut/status/1682668916579901440?s=20 
🗞️ Over 10k South African stores now take Momint crypto vouchers.
https://news.bitcoin.com/over-10000-south-african-retail-outlets-now-accept-momint-crypto-vouchers/ 
🗞️ Worldcoin halted in Kenya amid rush for free cash
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-66383325 
Sats & Gwei is a Bankless Africa podcast that brings you weekly crypto/web3 headlines about the Africa continent. Stay up to date with the most relevant crypto happenings across Africa.
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Sats & Gwei | Kushite East Africa ICP launches a web3 hub | Egyptians look to bitcoin amidst skyrocketing inflation | South Africa requires Crypto Firms to be Licensed by end of 2023 | And more

Welcome to another episode of Africa’s Crypto Rollup - Sats & Gwei. like we always do weekly, in this episode we bring you the latest and most relevant crypto news and updates across Africa. 
Highlights
Standard Bank wants to be ‘fast follower’ and not a fast adopter of crypto
https://www.moneyweb.co.za/news/companies-and-deals/africas-biggest-bank-wants-to-be-fast-follower-on-crypto/ 
Kushite East Africa ICP launches a web3 hub to drive blockchain awareness
https://africabusinesscommunities.com/tech/tech-news/kushite-east-africa-icp-launches-web3-hub-to-drive-blockchain-awareness/ 
Venom Foundation Brings Blockchain to Kenya
https://www.livebitcoinnews.com/the-venom-foundation-seeks-to-bring-blockchain-to-kenya/ 
Egyptians look to bitcoin amidst skyrocketing inflation
https://techstory.in/egypt-struggles-with-skyrocketing-inflation-as-bitcoins-popularity-soars/ 
IOTA Revolutionises Supply Chains in Africa Using Tangle Technology
https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/iota-revolutionizing-supply-chain-in-africa-using-tangle-technology-report/ 
South Africa requires Crypto Firms to be Licensed by Year-End of 2023
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-07-04/south-africa-to-require-crypto-exchanges-licensing-by-year-end 
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-exchange-licences-south-africa-by-year-end 
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