Emile Parfait Simb Advancing Blockchain and Economic Sovereignty in Africa
Douala – Africa, home to the world’s youngest population with more than 70% under the age of 30, continues to rely heavily on foreign currencies and external financing. Entrepreneur Emile Parfait Simb views this dependency as a central challenge to the continent’s economic development and has sought to address it through the adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
Background and Career
Born in Cameroon in 1983, Simb began his career in information systems before moving into entrepreneurship. Over the past two decades, he has developed ventures across multiple sectors:
Construction: representation of Russian industrial group KAMAZ in Central Africa.
Real Estate: residential projects in Ghana designed to serve middle-class growth.
Agro-industry: initiatives in Cameroon and ...