Building to Provide Value — A Reflection on Code Africa 2.0 Hackathon
A reflection on organizing and leading Code Africa 2.0 Hackathon, showcasing how builders create value through Web3 and AI solutions that solve real problems.
Founder & Web3 Fullstack Engineer
I'm Chris — founder of Minisend and a Web3 fullstack engineer focused on shipping real-world onchain products on Base. Minisend is a cross-chain stablecoin settlement layer for Africa: deposit USDC or USDT from 26 EVM chains and settle to KES, NGN, or GHS within minutes via M-Pesa or bank transfer. It now serves 1,000+ users across Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, with $200,000+ in volume and 3,000+ cross-chain transactions. Previously DevRel for East Africa at Coinbase and a Base Ambassador, where I drove developer adoption across the region through hands-on programs, workshops, and live builds with local builders.
Building for the Long Term: My Journey as a Blockchain Lead at Base Africa
A deep dive into my experience leading blockchain initiatives at Base Africa, focusing on long-term vision, community building, and sustainable innovation in Web3.
Start Over - A New Beginning
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Work
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- Minisend
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- Founder
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- Base
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- Ambassador & Devrel
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- Base Africa
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- Blockchain Lead
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- NoOnes Africa
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- Brand Ambassador
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- Yellow Card
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- Brand Ambassador
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- Zenlipa
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- Fullstack Developer
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