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May 9, 2025

For years, Africa has often been seen as a continent trying to catch up with the rest of the world in terms of technology adoption. But with the rise of Web3, that narrative is shifting. The decentralized web is not only giving Africa a seat at the table—it’s creating opportunities for the continent to help define the future of the internet.

Web2—the internet as we know it today—is dominated by a handful of powerful corporations. It’s centralized, with user data stored in massive servers owned by companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon. In Africa, this model has failed to address core challenges like:

Limited control over digital identities and data

High remittance fees and restricted access to global financial systems

Censorship, surveillance, and content takedowns

A lack of monetization channels for local creators and entrepreneurs