Cardano Summit 2023 Community-Led Event (CLE) in Kumasi

Event Overview:

• Registrations: The event garnered significant interest with over 50 registrations, and we were pleased to welcome 40+ participants who checked in on the day.
• Speakers: Five distinguished speakers contributed their insights to the summit.

Speaker Sessions:

1. Afia Owusu: Presented on the summit’s theme and highlighted the activities of WADA (Women in Ada).
2. Mohammed Mustapha Yakubu: Discussed the founder, aims, and use-cases of Cardano. Additionally, provided a practical session on Cardano wallet creation using Emurgo’s Yoroi wallet.
3. Alhassan Yaminu: Delved into the significance of DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) on the Cardano Blockchain.
4. Nathaniel Dwamena: Shared valuable insights on Cardano governance, dReps (decentralized representatives), and CIP 1694.
5. Jeremiah Baani: Concluded the summit with a presentation on Project Catalyst, introducing and onboarding participants into this exciting initiative.

Engagement and Participation:

Participants successfully created accounts on IdeaScale, gearing up for various roles in the upcoming Fund11 launch on November 15. The sessions provided an excellent platform for networking, learning, and sharing among participants.

Amenities:

To enhance the overall experience, we provided snacks, water, and lunch for all attendees, fostering a comfortable and enjoyable environment.

Acknowledgements:

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Cardano Foundation, especially to Nicolas, Denicio et al, for their support. We also thank the speakers for their invaluable contributions, our team including Seidu Ziblim et al for their unwavering support, and finally the participants for their active engagement.

This event served as a strong educational platform and further strengthened the Cardano community in Kumasi. We look forward to continued growth and collaboration in future events.