KuBitX, the upcoming African exchange by Africa and for Africa, will be hosting an engaging event around financial inclusion and the blockchain in emerging markets this Friday.

The event will feature prominent faces in the space that will include:

Michael Lawal - VP, Business Strategy & Development, KuBitX

John Karanja - Founder, Bithub Africa

Dr. Macharia Waruingi - CEO, UBRICA

Benjamin Arunda - Author, 'Understanding the Blockchain' Blockchain Book

The Guest of Honor will be Michael Lawal:

Michael Lawal joined KuBitX as Vice President Business Strategy and Development. Mike brings on board a wealth of experience as a Business developer and product management expert who is especially skilled at advising start-ups within high-tech and Blockchain sectors.

Michael’s varied roles as an advisor, investor, strategic planner and business developer for startups and fintech companies is indicative of his technical as well as business prowess.

Most recently, he worked as a Business Development Manager (EMEA) for Pundi X — a burgeoning project with a vision of making cryptocurrency available to everyone, and was instrumental to its success.