Event Date: October 19, 2024
Location: ISIG/Goma, Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
1. Introduction
The Cardano Summit 2024 in Goma was a significant event for the blockchain ecosystem in East Africa. Organized by Uptodate Developers in collaboration with ISIG/Goma, the summit brought together experts, developers, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts for a day filled with learning and discussions centered around Cardano’s innovations.
Participants: Approximately 150 attendees, including students, professionals from the tech sector, and representatives from local businesses.
2. Event Objective
The primary goal of this summit was to raise awareness and educate participants on the recent technological advancements within the Cardano blockchain. The summit also aimed to explore solutions to encourage blockchain adoption in the Democratic Republic of Congo and beyond.
3. Event Agenda
The event ran from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM and included several key moments:
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12:00 - 12:30: Opening and Event Introduction
Mr. Jesse, the event’s moderator, introduced the schedule, emphasizing the importance of blockchain technology and Cardano’s potential for driving local infrastructure development.
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12:30 - 1:30 PM: Session on Cardano and Its Global Impact
Participants were introduced to the Cardano blockchain, its foundational principles, and its potential to transform various sectors, including finance, healthcare, and education. -
1:30 - 3:00 PM: Panel Discussion - Focus on Three Key Areas:
- Operational Resilience: Presented by Yassin Ndaye, the discussion focused on how Cardano ensures reliability, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
- Adoption: Maurice Bagalwa explored solutions for encouraging developers and businesses to adopt Cardano and integrate blockchain into their processes.
- Education: Dan Baruka highlighted the need to enhance understanding of third-generation blockchains and the critical role of research in that effort.
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3:00 - 3:15 PM: Break
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3:15 - 4:45 PM: Local Project Presentations
Local developers and entrepreneurs presented innovative projects based on blockchain technology, offering solutions to challenges specific to the Congolese market. These presentations demonstrated concrete use cases for blockchain, particularly in agriculture and logistics.
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4:45 - 5:00 PM: Closing Remarks
Mr. Jesse wrapped up the event, stressing the importance of collaboration for blockchain success and thanking the participants for their engagement throughout the day.
4. Key Outcomes
- Knowledge Sharing: Participants gained a better understanding of Cardano’s blockchain capabilities and its role in creating a decentralized ecosystem.
- Student Engagement: The event provided valuable opportunities for ISIG students to learn about real-world blockchain applications and interact with experts in the field.
- Local Innovation: Several innovative local projects were highlighted, demonstrating the potential for blockchain to address specific needs within the Congolese market.
5. Conclusion
The Cardano Summit 2024 in Goma was a successful event, with active participation and enriching discussions about the future of blockchain in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The summit facilitated valuable connections between developers, entrepreneurs, and students, while also increasing interest in blockchain technology within the region.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants, panelists, and the moderator for their outstanding contributions to this event.
