“Sub-Saharan Africa comprises 13% of the world’s workforce, with over 85% of employment considered informal”
In Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa alone, an estimated 17.5 million online gig workers drive 80.6% of internet traffic to gig platforms across Sub-Saharan Africa. Despite its growing popularity, the gig economy still presents significant challenges—particularly when it comes to seamless payments, making it difficult for freelancers to fully reap the rewards of their work.
Rising to the challenge is Blockroll an indigenous company set to tackle payment solutions for millions of Sub-Saharan Africans.
In this exclusive interview, we explore how Blockroll’s innovative approach is reshaping the gig economy and providing freelancers with smarter, more efficient ways to get paid.
Here are five key questions with the Blockroll team.
1.What challenges does Blockroll aim to solve?
Many Nigerian remote workers, freelancers, and solopreneurs face serious hurdles when receiving payments from international clients.
High transaction fees, long delays, and a lack of flexible payment options make it difficult for them to efficiently manage their earnings.
This is a multi billion-dollar problem not just for Nigerians but for Sub-Saharan Africa as a whole.
Beyond payments, many remote workers need digital tools to manage their personal brands, but these tools can be prohibitively expensive due to currency disparities and many of these tools are not designed with African users in mind.
Blockroll addresses both problems by providing a comprehensive financial and brand management solution tailored for freelancers and remote professionals.
2. With several platforms offering similar services, what sets Blockroll apart?
What sets Blockroll apart is our hybrid approach.
Unlike other platforms that support either fiat currencies or only stablecoins, we provide a flexible system that supports both.
Our users can send, receive, and manage money in NGN, USD, EUR, USDC, and USDT; allowing them to choose what works best for them.
On top of that, we go beyond financial transactions.
We offer complementary brand management tools that help users optimize their careers while keeping costs affordable.
It’s not just about payments, it’s about creating a full financial ecosystem for freelancers and digital nomads.
3. What has the partnership experience With NGD been like?
Our partnership with NGD has been an exciting opportunity to support and celebrate creative talent.
Through the Blockroll Card design challenge, we’ve seen incredible concepts from designers who may not have had the chance to showcase their work on a big stage.
More than the competition itself, this initiative is opening doors for talented creatives, giving them exposure to potential clients and opportunities.
4. What core essence should the winning card design embody?
At Blockroll, we believe great design isn’t just about looking good but about purpose, clarity, and impact. That’s exactly what we’re looking for in the winning Limitless USD Card design. While creativity is key, simplicity speaks louder. Here’s what the winning design should embody:
- Intentional Design Thinking – Every detail should have a reason. The best designs don’t just happen; they are carefully thought out.
- Simple but Powerful – We love clean, modern designs that don’t try too hard but still make a bold statement. Less is more.
- Premium & Limitless Feel – The card should instantly communicate exclusivity, freedom, and seamless financial power.
- Top-Notch Execution – Precision matters. A well-balanced, refined look will set the best designs apart.
At the end of the day, it’s not about flashy effects but it’s about creating something timeless that truly represents Blockroll’s vision.
5. What can Blockroll members look forward to in the future? Any exciting developments in the works?
We have big things ahead! Our mobile app will be launching soon, bringing a seamless experience for global payments and financial management.
Plus, we’re introducing an enhanced Limitless Card, designed to expand global spending power without restrictions.
And that’s just the beginning!
We’re constantly working on more advanced tools to make our users’ financial lives easier, faster, and more flexible.
Stay tuned! there’s so much more to come!
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