Cassava Network has partnered with Lagos-based Pan-Atlantic University (PAU)
to offer students a Web3 training programme. According to a statement issued on Monday, the ground-breaking union will include joint research, community initiatives, and an
introduction to Web3 in business.
In collaboration with EMURGO Africa,
a regional venture arm of
Cardano blockchain founding entity EMURGO,
Cassava Network has announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with PAU to
provide Web3 and Blockchain training programmes for students, co-develop a
blockchain technology textbook and prepare students for success in the Web3
workplace.
Cassava Network is building the blockchain infrastructure
needed to bring Africa into Web3. Utilising a digital identity system,
multi-chain wallet, rewards platform, and NFTs, it seeks to be the bridge that
helps users transition from Web2 to Web3. The company is leading Africa’s
efforts to revolutionise the internet with Web3 and building a bustling
community.
“Our collaboration with the Pan-Atlantic University is an
exciting step in onboarding the next generation of leaders to Web3”, said
Mouloukou Sanoh, Co-founder of Cassava Network. “They are the perfect partner
to help us on our mission to improve access to Web3 training and increase
blockchain adoption across Africa.”
The first-of-its-kind partnership will see PAU students
engage in a Web3 and blockchain training programme, equipping attendees with
the tools to thrive in the Web3 industry. A range of opportunities will
accompany the training programme to support the graduates as they enter the
Web3 workplace, including access
to blockchain internships, business mentorship, and professional networking.
Cassava Network and EMURGO Africa will also work with PAU to develop a
blockchain technology textbook and conduct joint research and community-building
initiatives.
“At PAU, we pay
special attention to industry collaboration as we aspire to provide our
students with cutting-edge industry-relevant knowledge while at the same time
furthering industry development through collaborative research. We look forward
to a fruitful partnership with the Cardano blockchain ecosystem and related
business organisations,” said Dr. Pius Onobhayedo, Head of the Computer and
Information Systems Department, PAU.
Blockchain technology
is already taking Africa by storm. The continent boasts high rates of growth in
cryptocurrency usage, experiencing over 250% growth in the African blockchain
market from July 2020 to June 2021. This extremely positive outlook
demonstrates the appetite for more decentralisation and community ownership
across the continent. Cassava Network’s innovative approach is spurring this vision, giving entrepreneurs the tools they need to implement blockchain
technology in their applications.
Vincent Li,
Co-Founder at Cassava Network, added: “We are thrilled with the opportunity to
pass on our skills and expertise to Pan-Atlantic University’s vibrant
community. Education is a key part of our mission to move Africa’s Internet
onto the blockchain, and we are focused on building a strong community in the
regional blockchain industry.”
Founded in 2021 and
headquartered in Nigeria, Cassava
Network has built a thriving Web3 ecosystem. In 2022 the blockchain startup
launched a digital identity system, a multi-chain wallet, a rewards platform, and NFTs. Since its launch, the platform has accrued over 400,000 users and
onboarded Africa’s largest companies, including Boomplay, Carry1st, and Scooper.
Furthermore, over 200,000 NFT avatars have been created. Cassava Network’s
partnership with the Pan-Atlantic University sets the pace for an exciting year
powering Africa’s transition from Web2 to Web3.