Background:
Secure land ownership remains one of the most critical challenges across African countries. Many lands remain untitled, leading to land disputes, limited access to financing, and inefficient land use. This lack of formalized ownership further complicates housing development, contributing to Africa’s persistent housing deficits. With the advent of blockchain technology, a transparent, secure, and scalable solution is now available to tackle these challenges. Blockchain can revolutionize land registration by making it tamper-proof, and integrate with smart housing initiatives that leverage modern technologies like IoT for sustainable, affordable living.
The Africa Islamic Economic Forum (AFRIEF) recognizes the transformative potential of blockchain for African economies and is championing a continent-wide initiative to partner with governments in registering untitled lands and developing smart housing projects. This initiative will not only resolve critical land tenure issues but also create new revenue streams for governments and foster sustainable urban development.
