1. John Kamara (Kenya)
Founder of Adanian Labs and Blockchain expert, John Kamara is a technological entrepreneur and an advocate of digital innovation in Africa. He is a recognized speaker and consultant in the fields of Blockchain, artificial intelligence and fintech, with several certifications in these fields.
2. Alakanani Itireleng (Botswana)
Known as the "Bitcoin Lady", Alakanani Itireleng is one of the first people to have introduced Bitcoin and Blockchain technology to Botswana. She is the founder of Satoshi Centre, a Blockchain research and training center. Although she is more recognized for her practical contributions, she has also completed several Blockchain training courses.
3. Lorien Gamaroff (South Africa)
Founder of Centbee, a payment company using the Blockchain, Lorien Gamaroff is a certified Blockchain expert, also a lecturer and consultant in this field. He participates in many Blockchain projects and contributes to the education of African companies on the advantages of this technology.
4. Michael Kimani (Kenya)
President of the Blockchain Association of Kenya, Michael Kimani is a recognized expert in the Blockchain ecosystem in Africa. He has worked on several projects focused on the adoption of Blockchain and is certified in this field, in addition to participating in initiatives to promote the regulation of cryptocurrencies in East Africa.
5. Chris Ani (Nigeria)
Founder of Digital Abundance and Cryptohub.currently, Chris Ani is a blockchain expert and trainer, having helped thousands of Nigerians understand and use Blockchain and cryptocurrencies. It is certified by several online platforms in the field of Blockchain.
6. Senegalese Government Blockchain Advisors
Some advisors within the Government of Senegal, such as those involved in the Akoin project of Akon, have certifications and expertise in Blockchain. They are working to integrate this technology into economic development projects across the country.
7. Olayinka Odeniran (Nigeria)
Founder of the Black Women Blockchain Council (BWBC), Olayinka Odeniran is certified in Blockchain and works to promote the inclusion of Afro-descendant women in Blockchain technology. She is also active in training and educating the community on the Blockchain.
These personalities are pioneers of Blockchain in Africa and, beyond their certification, actively contribute to the promotion and adoption of this technology on the continent.