The Francophone Africa Blockchain Summit (FABS 2025), the first of its kind in the region, was successfully held in Cotonou, Benin, marking a historic milestone in the journey toward digital innovation and blockchain adoption across Francophone Africa.
The inaugural summit held on October 8-9, at the Benin Royal Hotel, brought together policymakers, innovators, blockchain experts, entrepreneurs, and youth leaders from across French-speaking Africa and beyond for two electrifying days of insightful conversations, networking, and forward-looking collaboration.
From thought-provoking keynote sessions to interactive panels and showcases of emerging blockchain solutions, FABS 2025 became a vibrant hub for discussing how decentralized technologies can drive transparency, inclusion, and economic growth in Francophone Africa.
“FABS 2025 was more than an event — it was a movement,” one of the panelists said. “We saw young people, industry leaders, and policymakers align around a shared vision for a digitally empowered Africa where innovation thrives beyond language and borders.”
Participants described the summit as inspiring, transformative, and unifying, emphasizing the importance of regional cooperation in building a sustainable blockchain ecosystem. The atmosphere throughout the summit was electrifying — a fusion of ideas, culture, and creativity that reflected the growing enthusiasm for blockchain innovation in the region.

Beyond the sessions, FABS 2025 created lasting networks among stakeholders determined to explore blockchain’s role in governance, finance, education, and social impact.
The success of this inaugural edition has drawn widespread praise from attendees and media alike, positioning Cotonou as a new epicenter for blockchain dialogue in Francophone Africa.

As reports of the event’s impact continue to spread, organizers have expressed commitment to making FABS an annual convening that will deepen regional engagement, amplify youth participation, and accelerate blockchain adoption across Francophone nations.
“FABS 2025 is just the beginning,” Makongue Tobbo Gilles Camille, ABI Francophone Representative affirmed. “We look forward to building on this momentum to ensure that Francophone Africa not only participates in the global blockchain revolution — but leads it.”
With its powerful debut, FABS 2025 has set a new standard for innovation-centered gatherings in Africa — and laid the foundation for a connected, collaborative, and blockchain-powered future.
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