Pioneering 4IR in Africa

Building the
Decentralized Future

The University of Johannesburg Blockchain Research Chair. Combining AI, IoT, and Web3 to build sovereign infrastructure for the continent.

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Bridging Theory
and Application.

We are a dedicated research chair fostering innovation through emerging technologies. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical industrial blockchain application.

SARChI Chair

The SA/Swiss Chair on Blockchain Technology at the University of Johannesburg (UJ Blockchain) is a unique entity within the university, dedicated to advancing research and education in the field of blockchain with aim for real-world blockchain applications and development.

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Our Minds

Researchers, engineers, and visionaries building the decentralized web.

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Engineering & Research

Our Innovations

Real-world decentralized applications solving African challenges.

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BACISS 2025

17-21 Nov, 9 AM B2 Lab, Onsite

Blockchain • AI • Cloud • Innovation • Startup School (BACISS) is an immersive, hands-on innovation program designed to empower students, researchers, and entrepreneurs to build, innovate, and scale tech-driven solutions.

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Let's Build Together

Whether you're a student, researcher, or industry partner, we want to hear from you.

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University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park
Kingsway Campus, B-Ring 2 217

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blockchain@uj.ac.za

So, what do you want to build?

We build | solutions.

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