Top 5 African Crypto voices to follow in 2024
1. Itireleng Alakanani (Botswana)
Itireleng Alakanani, popularly known as "The Bitcoin Lady," is a pioneer in Botswana’s crypto scene. She is the founder of the Satoshi Centre, a blockchain hub that focuses on Bitcoin education and fostering blockchain innovation. Established in 2014, the Satoshi Centre works with developers and young entrepreneurs, offering training programs and promoting the adoption of Bitcoin. Alakanani has become a prominent advocate for cryptocurrency education across Africa, leveraging her teaching background to drive blockchain knowledge forward.
2. Michael Kimani (Kenya)
Michael Kimani is a leading voice in East Africa's blockchain community. He is the founder and chairman of the Blockchain Association of Kenya (BAK) and has been instrumental in shaping policies and innovations in emerging technologies. His work includes developing Kenya’s first cryptocurrency policy and collaborating on a blockchain-based digital identity project for SMEs. With a strong influence in the East African Web3 ecosystem, Kimani continues to lead discussions and initiatives that promote the growth of cryptocurrency across the region.
3. Sonya Kuhnel (South Africa)
Sonya Kuhnel is one of the early adopters of cryptocurrency in South Africa and a key player in the country’s blockchain community. She co-founded the Blockchain Africa Conference, one of the continent’s premier blockchain events. Kuhnel also launched Bitcoin Payment, a BitPay affiliate, enabling local businesses to accept Bitcoin payments. In addition to these initiatives, she runs the Blockchain Academy and various educational events that aim to bridge the knowledge gap and drive cryptocurrency adoption in South Africa.
4. Osueke Henry (Nigeria)
5. Rume Ophi (Nigeria)
