Kenyans are catching on to the NFT craze, and now even kids can join in on the excitement. But what exactly are NFTs? NFT stands for non-fungible token, which means that the object in question cannot be replaced or exchanged for something of equal value.
For example, currency is fungible because any 1000 bob note can be exchanged for another. However, something like a painting is non-fungible because it exists only once and cannot be replicated.
In Kenya, Nairobi Design has created Africhibi, 3D printed NFT toy creations that can inspire play at any age. These NFT tokens were released this year at Nairobi Design Week and showcase unmatched ethnic inspiration.
Africhibis have come to earth to remind humanity of its potential for good, and they absorb the art styles and stories of those who interact with them. Each gen 1 Africhibi character is inspired by African culture.
Every Africhibi NFT comes with an entire set of soapstone sculptures of the three characters: Pamooji, Imasunzu, and Almasai. These sculptures are handmade by an artisan, decorated by an artist, and created by designers.
The artists' wallets are written into the smart contract, and they will be fully credited for their artwork. Each piece has been created manually by an artist, and they are not auto-generated. The buyer will have a non-exclusive license to commercial rights, but the artists and Africhibi retain their rights too. You can check out all the cool Africhibis here and learn about the acquisition process.

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