The Africa Centre of Excellence in Blockchain Research is Africa’s premier blockchain research institution that stand as a beacon of innovation and knowledge. The centre was established to tackle the pressing challenges limiting Africa’s meaningful participation in the global blockchain ecosystem. ACEBR fosters high-quality locally relevant research, academic excellence in blockchain education, data-driven regulatory advocacy, and cross-sector collaborations on impact-based Decentralized solutions. Our initiatives include specialized research programs, working groups focused on industry-specific blockchain applications, and academic publications that shape the future of blockchain adoption in Africa.
Our Mission
Our mission is to advance Africa’s blockchain ecosystem by producing high-quality, Africa-focused research; supporting academic and technical capacity development; shaping responsive and inclusive regulatory frameworks; and fostering innovation that addresses real-world challenges through decentralized solutions.
Our Vision
To position Africa as a global leader in responsible blockchain research, policy innovation, and decentralized technology adoption, driven by locally grounded knowledge, inclusive collaboration, and transformative impact.
We conduct Africa-focused studies on blockchain policy, technical frameworks, and real-world use cases...
We collaborate with governments and regulators to co-develop fit-for-purpose frameworks...
We work with startups, universities, and development organizations to turn blockchain concepts into testable, scalable solutions addressing African challenges.
We work with academic institutions to design and teach blockchain curriculum for students, researchers, and professionals across the continent.