Blockchain 2026-01-12 5 min read

The Future of Digital Identity in West Africa

Christex Team
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Digital Identity Revolution

In West Africa, the lack of formal identification systems has long been a barrier to financial inclusion and access to essential services. Decentralized identity (DID) solutions offer a promising path forward.

The Problem

Traditional centralized databases are vulnerable to hacks and often exclude rural populations.

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The Solution

By leveraging blockchain technology, we can create self-sovereign identities that are owned and controlled by the user.

  • Privacy-first: Users control who sees their data.
  • Portable: Can be used across different services and borders.
  • Secure: Cryptographically secured on the blockchain.

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Case Study: Sierra Leone

We heavily invested in pilot programs...