Three national units of the Red Cross are backing a blockchain-based currency scheme to enhance aid delivery and boost local economies.
Kenya News
Kenya, or officially the Republic of Kenya, is a state in Eastern Africa. Currently, Kenya is one of the most rapidly developing countries in Africa. In terms of Bitcoin, Kenya — as an economic center of the continent — has had a leading position in cryptocurrency use. Bitcoin mining in Kenya has become very popular among the community due to several reasons, such as less volatility relative to the national currency, the ability to earn money, etc., so even the local mass media spread the information about Bitcoin, which has led to a higher level of awareness among citizens of the country. The technology of blockchain in Kenya is considering for use by the real estate market to register ownership and for auditing, in order to make its services convenient and transparent.
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Blockchain technology is finding real-world utility across Africa via public-private partnership agreements in solving some of the continent’s burning issues.
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by Thomas Simms
Microsoft’s technology, known as FarmBeats, uses blockchain, drones and AI to improve productivity and reduce water consumption on farms.
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by Helen Partz
Binance Charity Foundation has launched blockchain-enabled donation program pilot in schools in Uganda.
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Kenya’s government aims to use blockchain to ensure that affordable government housing will go to the rightful recipients.
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The chairman of the Kenyan DLT and AI task force has proposed that the government tokenize the economy in order to fight the “increasing” rate of corruption.
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Bitcoin and blockchain tech are ripe for mainstream adoption in Africa, where the population is well positioned to embrace the innovative technologies.
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The governor of Kenya’s central bank announced it had issued a circular to all banks, cautioning against crypto dealings.
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by Iyke Aru
Blockchain technology is giving Africa the opportunity to stand on its own without depending on the generosity of Westerners.
- Adoption
Bitcoin could solve a lot of Africa’s problems, but its uptake has been slow.
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