Bitange Ndemo: Africa's Leading Advocate for Cryptocurrency and Blockchain
Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Nairobi
Former Permanent Secretary for Information and Communication Technology
Professor Elijah Bitange Ndemo is a renowned ICT champion, academician, and newspaper columnist. He is the former Permanent Secretary for Information and Communication Technology in Kenya and currently serves as a professor of entrepreneurship at the University of Nairobi's Faculty of Business and Management Sciences.
Role in Sub-Saharan Africa's Crypto and Blockchain Landscape
Professor Ndemo is a strong advocate for the adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies in Africa. He believes that these technologies have the potential to transform the continent's economy and solve many of its challenges, such as corruption and financial exclusion.
In his viewpoint in Chapter 5 of the Foresight Africa 2022 report, Professor Ndemo outlines the rapidly increasing role of cryptocurrencies in sub-Saharan Africa. He argues that Africa should move quickly to adopt these technologies and benefit from their transformative power.
Expertise and Research
Professor Ndemo's research interests include entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology management. He has published numerous articles and books on these topics. He is also a frequent speaker at international conferences and events on digital transformation and economic development.
Recognition and Awards
Professor Ndemo's contributions to the field of ICT have been recognized with numerous awards, including:
- Commander of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS)
- Fellow of the Kenya Institute of Management (FKIM)
- Africa Digital Economy Award
Professor Ndemo is a visionary leader who is committed to leveraging technology to improve the lives of Africans. His work on cryptocurrencies and blockchain is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of technology.
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