NEDA Labs (National Electronic Digital Assets) is a mission-driven entity committed to building cutting-edge, decentralized, and inclusive digital solutions tailored to empower marginalized communities. Our goal is to provide accessible, transparent, and innovative financial and governance tools to address the unique challenges faced by underserved populations, particularly in developing regions.
NEDA Labs hosts several projects designed to drive financial inclusion, digital empowerment, and community-based governance. Below are our key initiatives:
Chatafisha is an NFT marketplace for tokenizing and validating impact projects. It allows users like NGOs, social enterprises, and grassroots organizations to mint "proof-of-impact" NFTs that represent real-world outcomes such as environmental conservation, community building, and economic upliftment.
Key Features:
- Tokenization of social and environmental impact.
- Integration with eco-credits to help communities raise funds by showcasing their impact.
- Liquidity pools and local stablecoin (pegged 1:1) for seamless financial transactions.
- Community-based governance system to verify impact, ensuring transparency and accountability.
NYOTA is a community-based digital currency aimed at promoting local trade and economic resilience within marginalized communities. It acts as a medium of exchange, empowering community members to access goods, services, and credits without reliance on traditional banking systems.
Key Features:
- Locally circulating community currency for daily use.
- Enhances economic participation for unbanked populations.
- Built on blockchain to ensure decentralized control and low transaction fees.
- Incentives for merchants and users participating in the NYOTA economy.
Washika DAO is a decentralized governance, savings, and lending protocol designed for underserved communities like Village Community Banks (VICOBAs), SACCOs, and chamas. It decentralizes community governance and microlending, supporting financial inclusion through trustless, transparent systems.
Key Features:
- Decentralized governance protocol for transparent decision-making.
- P2P lending pools leveraging community-based credit assessments.
- Automatic savings management via smart contracts.
- Stablecoin integration for secure lending and borrowing.
Mission: At NEDA Labs, our mission is to build decentralized digital solutions that promote financial inclusion, community empowerment, and economic resilience for marginalized and underserved populations.
Vision: We envision a future where every community, regardless of location or socio-economic background, has access to the financial tools and governance systems they need to thrive. By leveraging blockchain, digital currencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi), we aim to close the economic gap and drive sustainable development in marginalized regions.
We welcome contributions from developers, community members, and enthusiasts who share our vision of empowering marginalized communities through decentralized technologies.
Here's how you can get involved:
- Fork and Clone this repository.
- Make your changes and submit a Pull Request (PR) to the relevant project.
- For feature requests, suggestions, or bug reports, kindly open an issue.
- Blockchain & Web3 for decentralized systems and smart contracts.
- Stablecoins & Liquidity Pools for seamless financial transactions.
- DAO Frameworks for decentralized governance.
- NFTs for proof-of-impact and eco-credits.
- Community Currencies for localized economic empowerment.
- Q4 2024: Launch of Chatafisha MVP with verified impact certificates and eco-credits.
- Q1 2025: Deployment of NYOTA currency pilot in select communities.
- Q2 2025: Launch of Washika DAO’s first decentralized lending pools.
- Q3 2025: Expansion of NEDA Labs projects to new regions across East Africa.
For inquiries, collaborations, or support, feel free to reach out:
- Email: info@nedalabs.org
- Website: www.chatafisha.com
- Twitter: @NEDALabs
We look forward to building inclusive and impactful solutions together!
This repository is licensed under the MIT License. Please see the LICENSE file for more details.
Washika DAO is a decentralized platform that provides secure, transparent, and accessible financial services for marginalized communities in East Africa, starting with Tanzania and Kenya. Built on the Celo blockchain, Washika DAO enables community groups like VICOBAs, SACCOs, and Chamas to save, lend, and manage their finances in a decentralized and efficient way.
Washika DAO empowers underserved communities with the following key features:
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Decentralized Savings:
- Securely deposit savings into smart contract-managed pools.
- Earn interest on deposits, which is automatically calculated and distributed via smart contracts.
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Community-Backed Lending:
- Apply for loans directly from the community's pooled savings.
- Loans approved based on community governance, ensuring fairness and transparency.
- Automated repayments managed by smart contracts.
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Transparent Governance:
- Participate in decision-making through a DAO structure.
- Vote on key issues such as interest rates, loan terms, and platform upgrades.
- All governance activities are recorded on the blockchain for transparency.
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Education and Financial Literacy:
- Access educational resources to improve financial literacy.
- Participate in community workshops on savings, lending, and financial management.
Our mission is to revolutionize financial inclusion for East African communities by providing decentralized financial tools that enhance security, transparency, and empowerment. By leveraging the power of DeFi, we aim to create a sustainable financial ecosystem for marginalized communities.
- Blockchain: Celo for secure, decentralized transactions using cUSD stablecoin.
- Smart Contracts: Solidity for managing savings, lending, and governance.
- Frontend: React and Web3 for the user interface and wallet integration.
- Backend: Node.js for server-side logic and smart contract interaction.
To get started with the Washika DAO development environment, visit: https://quick-match-late.on-fleek.app
We welcome contributions from the community! To get involved:
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
- Submit a pull request once complete.
- Ensure to follow the Contribution Guidelines.
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.
Help us build the future of financial inclusion! Whether you're a developer, community leader, or financial expert, we invite you to contribute to Washika DAO. Together, we can create a fairer, more inclusive financial system for everyone.
- Visit Us: Washika DAO Website
- Join the Community: Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn