The Africa Blockchain Institute (ABI), in partnership with the University of Namibia (UNAM), has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind Master of Science in Blockchain Technology, a landmark development for blockchain education on the African continent.
This postgraduate program, officially approved and now open for applications, aims to build a cohort of blockchain experts who are deeply rooted in African realities while being globally competitive. The curriculum is comprehensive: students will explore blockchain architecture, decentralized systems, smart contract development, cybersecurity, governance, and the socio-economic implications of distributed ledger technologies.
According to ABI’s Executive Director, Kayode Babarinde, the program is more than just a degree — it is “a strategic investment in Africa’s digital future.” By training specialists locally, ABI and UNAM intend to narrow the knowledge gap that has historically limited Africa’s contribution to the global blockchain economy.
UNAM shares this ambitious vision. The university says the master’s degree aligns with its long-term mission of driving technological innovation, research excellence, and socio-economic transformation. The program is also likely to feed into Namibia’s burgeoning innovation ecosystem, helping to produce tech leaders, policy advisors, and entrepreneurs who understand both the technical and regulatory dimensions of blockchain.
For ABI, this is part of a broader mission to advance blockchain education, research, and ecosystem development across Africa. The Institute, known for working with goLUvernments, higher education institutions, and industry players, says the master’s program will significantly strengthen the continent’s capacity to create sustainable, home-grown blockchain solutions.
Experts believe that as blockchain adoption accelerates in sectors like finance, supply chain, identity, and governance, the demand for trained professionals will skyrocket. By providing rigorous academic training within Africa, the ABI-UNAM program could reduce the need for African students to leave the continent for specialized blockchain education — helping to stem brain drain and build local talent.
The launch of this master’s degree signals a turning point for Africa: not just as a consumer of emerging technologies, but as a leader in shaping the future of decentralized innovation.
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