Blockchain 2026-01-12 5 min read
The Future of Digital Identity in West Africa
Christex Team
Author
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.
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.
Case Study: Sierra Leone
We heavily invested in pilot programs...