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Ghana merges tradition and technology with NFT stamp collection
Last updated: May 9, 2024 6:43 pm EDT | 1 minute reading
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the reign of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Ghana Post launched a collection of “crypto stamps” linked to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on May 9. offering a unique way to celebrate the King’s Silver Jubilee.
NFT stamps from Ghana: uniting tradition and technology
These limited edition Ghana crypto stamps, priced at $18 (250 Ghanaian cedi) each, are tied to exclusive NFTs, verifiable on the blockchain, providing collectors with proof of ownership and authenticity. Only 7,200 Crypto Stamps are available, making them potentially valuable collectibles for collectors and technology enthusiasts.
The integration of NFTs ensures the security and transparency of Ghana’s crypto stamp collection. Using blockchain technology, collectors can verify the authenticity of their stamps through a simple smartphone scan, generating a unique authentication message for each scan. This process effectively combats counterfeiting and safeguards the integrity of each collectible.
With the launch of these NFTs, Ghana became the first African country to launch a commemorative stamp collection on the blockchain.
African Adoption of Cryptocurrency
Ghana’s foray into NFT stamps reflects a growing cryptocurrency adoption and blockchain technology across Africa.
The Central Bank of South Africa recently announced plans to regulate and integrate cryptocurrency and central bank digital currency (CBDC) in its financial system. This initiative seeks to modernize payments infrastructure, improve access to financial technology and, ultimately, benefit the local economy. Although the South African plan focuses on the domestic market, it highlights the continent’s growing openness to the adoption of digital currencies.