Catalyst Proposals
- Projects
- Fund 8 Proposals
Wada Affiliated Proposals
Fund 8 Active Campaigns
Wada Affiliated proposals
Nation Building Dapps
What core Nation Building Dapp solutions can be provided for widespread users acquired in the developing world?
WadaDex: a fiat and mobile money accessible platform that simplifies crypto market participation and facilitates capital access for projects Read more
This proposal is about education; education in a much broader sense than we sometimes talk about at Wada. We will incorporate blockchain components such as d****igital token, micro-payments and decenralized identity solution (DID) into the platform, meaning the technology behind the scenes will be on Cardano and also in the prize money, which will be distributed in stable coins or Ada (based on our market research). However one of our great priorities at Wada is preserving indigenous culture, and through this proposal our educational focus is also going to center around African heritage (specific to Cameroon as applicable). Read more
In Cameroon just like in most countries of the Central and West Africa regions, rare tree species are cut down and exported on a daily basis by several multinationals companies with no real and effective solution to replace them. This same behavior can be observed within local farming communities that either use the wood from the trees for their furniture or sell it without worrying about replanting the forest. Most farmers tend to focus on short term fruit producing trees and cash crops that will provide them some profit within a reasonable amount of time. Read more
Our proposed solution removes the confusion about the origin of Congolese minerals and elsewhere sold on the international market and it is a solution that values the first operator following the production chain from mining to sale.Blockchain lends itself well to this solution as it allow small-scale artisanal miners to register at a quarry which will certify their produce. Read more
An Agri supply chain increasing the social and financial inclusion of farmers, through decentralised building blocks as core infrastructure. Read more
Cross-Chain Collaboration
How might we create connections and collaboration between Cardano and other blockchains in the next six months?
BlockchaininBusiness.io is a cross-chain project contact, API, and integration directory engine that validates official assets of projects. Read more
Dapps and Integrations
What applications will provide the most value for end users in 2022?
Trucks in Cameroon are most often loaded for only one leg of their round trip journey, this is economically inefficient for the truck owner. Read more
Scale-Up Cardano's Community hubs
How do we encourage Local Community Hubs to drive adoption and awareness of Cardano in 2022?
This proposal aims to build on the achievements of our Planting Roots in Africa project by turning the already acquired space into a self-sustaining co-working space set up to attract people for organic blockchain awareness creation. It will fulfill the fund goal of "preparing a group of people willing and able to make contributions to the ecosystem" Read more
The design and development of a kiosk-sized hub that can be flat-packed, shipped, then set up without industrial equipment in less than 24 hours. This hub will cater to and be operated by 1 or 2 people at a time and act a first-point of contact for those in rural or low-income areas. Read more
A database and central repository for all Cardano Community Hubs (CCH) globally to connect. An open platform where hubs can list their location, resources and events. Read more
The Ougadougou and Bobo Dioulasso hubs will hold bi-weekly French language events, including community gatherings and educational workshops. These will be both in-person and online events. Read more
How can we motivate deprived young students in the North East region of Ghana to get educated in the present and coming technologies? Read more
Haskell/Plutus French curriculum is non existent for central and west Africa developers. This is a drastic road block to adoption. Read more
Nigerian computer science degrees fall short of the requirements to solve current blockchain problems. An opportunity for a solution arises. Read more
Miscellaneous Challenge
How do we create a space for ideas and projects that do not fit any of the other current Challenges?
Currently, there's no annual convention in order to celebrate the best of Catalyst and engage external businesses/institutions. Read more
Grow Africa Grow Cardano
How do we continue to seed and grow Cardano in Africa in 2022?
This proposal aims to build on the achievements of our Planting Roots in Africa project by turning the already acquired space into a self-sustaining co-working space set up to attract people for organic blockchain awareness creation. It will fulfill the fund goal of "preparing a group of people willing and able to make contributions to the ecosystem" Read more
The Cardano ecosystem and Project Catalyst are gradually evolving in Africa. However, the adoption rate in South Africa is very minimal. Read more
Most Africans are unaware of Cardano and its opportunities as a world-changing technology. Read more
Cardano Community in Africa needs space to connect with project catalysts and be able to engage, network and discuss within the ecosystem. Read more
Africa is not actively engaged in Cardano programs/activities of the Catalyst School. Africa oriented platform will drive up participation. Read more
Women play a central role in Defi within the African local context. They are being left behind in making solutions to local problems. Read more
Students in Africa and especially those in the DRC (Francophone) are lagging behind in the development of Blockchain and its usefulness. Read more
Projects developed in French-speaking African countries lack information on blockchain technology in general. Read more
Business Solution (B2B)
How can Cardano-based solutions help meet real business needs and what would be their impact?
Used recyclable plastics must end up in recycling hubs. However, 82% of used recyclable plastics end up in the oceans and/or on the streets. Read more
Lobbying for favorable legislation
How can we defend ourselves from attacks by governments and compromising legislation and unfair tax policies on an ongoing basis?
How do we secure favorable regulation with continuous advocacy and vigilance in mainstream policy discussion in Ghana? Read more
Improve and Grow Audibility
How to make the auditing process of funded proposals efficient, distributed and transparent?
New Member Onboarding
How might we make it faster and easier for new Catalyst members to take on suitable roles and responsibilities in 2022?
Film + Media (FAM) creatives
Global entertainment+media market = $2 trillion. A decentralized FAM network to produce quality Cardano community media is vital yet absent.
No one is currently using Theatre in Education to engage and inspire the young generation to understand Cardano Blockchain Technology. Read more
Awareness of Wada projects is low despite the great work they do in Africa. Read more
There is no simple process for the community to follow funded proposals that offer complete comprehensive oversight and follow up. Read more
Fund 9 Challenge Setting
What Challenges should the community prioritize to address in Fund9?
Wada's approach to growing Cardano and the Catalyst ecosystem is currently unsustainable given its business model of mostly free services. Read more
How do we encourage Local Hubs to drive adoption and awareness of Cardano? How do we ensure they are optimizing and scaling efficiently? Read more
How can NGOs in developing countries receive funding from Cardano for income generating development projects to transform more lives? Read more