WOMEN IN AFRICA A R E S H API NG WEB 3 How Web3 and the metaverse are empowering women in Africa
COO and Head of Business Development at Unstoppable Domains By Sandy Carter
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eb3 has proven to be a powerful agent for change in parts of the world that are historically underrepresented in the banking system. Africa, in particular, has proven to be in a powerful position to both adopt and evolve Web3 and the Metaverse. Women in sub-Saharan Africa stand to benefit the most from Web3, as only 37% have access to a bank account, compared to 48% of men. Unfortunately, this discrepancy has only been growing, highlighting the need for change.
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