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Svein Inge Forland 

Board Member, Major Investor

My journey with Wakandi started with my interest for Blockchain and all technologies possibilities. In Wakandi the path has been set as we learnt along the way. None of us could imagine the unsolved potential and the enormous market that lies ahead of the company. I have had the joy of working closely with the company's progress since the beginning, both as an investor and for a period of time as the chairman of the board. Wakandi's success is built on high competence and a very big drive. That goes for all owners, adminstrators and employees. I feel that all of us are a part of a journey that will help millions of people in the informal economy towards a higher quality of life, bigger safety and greater standard of living. It is really satisfactory to be a part of building something that is so innovative and that will mean so much for so many, both users, government and owners.

 

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Arve Haugseter

Major Investor

The reason for my engagement was that Espen Kvelland (CEO of Wakandi) introduced me to an idea of payment solutions in Africa. It was something that I immediately identified as an exciting opportunity. The most important drive was the potential of strategic position in the African market, a continent I believe will experience a significant economical growth for the next decades. Furthermore, what was really appealing to me was the idea resonated with the aspiration to improve the daily lives of the people. The combination of this and the opportunity to be a part of the financial market, which I personally view as very promising, made this an idea that I liked. I am very happy that we chose to pursue, and I am looking forward to the rest of the journey with great enthusiasm.

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Odd E. Rustad Nilssen

Board Member, Major Investor

In the summer of 2019 I got in contact with Wakandi through an advisary client. I made an advisory agreement with the company, but was quickly captivated by the vision and commitment of Espen Kvelland. Even though the plans were at the preliminary stage, I invested 1,2 million NOK in a convertible loan already at the end of September 2020. Since then, I have participated in all ten capital expansions and have from the same time continued to help and support in areas of my expertise without invoicing the company. I have real faith in the company's business idea and the management’s ability to execute professionally. Together with a number of highly skilled employees. Wakandi's market has endless opportunities. This has resulted in me now employing 16,5 million NOK in the company. I find it rewarding that the realistic opportunities to make a long term good profit on my investment can be combined with making significant improvements in the lives of millions of people.

 

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Andreas Holmen

Board Member, Major Investor

I joined Wakandi Group as a co-founder and investor because I believe in the transformative power of its mission to revolutionize financial inclusion in underserved markets. Wakandi’s blockchain-based platform provides innovative solutions that simplify payment systems and empower local communities. The team's passion, vision, and technical expertise convinced me that this is a game-changing opportunity. As an entrepreneur, I see immense potential for growth and impact, both socially and economically. I'm excited to contribute to building a scalable solution that can make a real difference globally. It’s actually me who came up with the name.