DFS Lab and the Stellar Development Foundation launched a second Blockchain Bootcamp for African startups to build on Stellar, offering $5,000-$20,000 XLM prizes and follow-on funding opportunities. The virtual three-day sprint runs April 26-28, 2022, with applications due March 27.
DFS Lab and the Stellar Development Foundation announced their second Blockchain Bootcamp, a virtual three-day design sprint targeting early to mid-stage African startups. Participants will define problems, storyboard solutions, and develop prototypes with hands-on support from DFS Lab and SDF mentors. Prize pools range from $5,000 to $20,000 in XLM, with additional funding opportunities through SDF's Matching Fund and investor demo day. Viable use cases include cross-border payments, financial inclusion, asset management, DeFi, gaming, and trade finance. The bootcamp runs April 26-28, 2022, with applications closing March 27. Previous bootcamp participants continue building on Stellar, demonstrating the program's impact on African digital commerce innovation.
