There is an alarming rate of misappropriation of humanitarian aid in Africa, and accountability remains difficult due to widespread fraud during distribution. Between 2010 and 2021, Africa received an estimated $607.7 billion in aid, with 2021 alone reaching a record $58.4 billion, according to OECD data.
Africa also receives the largest share of global aid, about 30% annually, yet much of this never reaches the intended beneficiaries because corruption, diversion, and weak tracking systems continue to undermine distribution efforts. Transparency International’s 2022 report confirms that humanitarian programs across Africa still suffer from diversion, ghost beneficiaries, and limited real-time oversight.
As we move deeper into 2026, donors, governments, and NGOs are demanding greater transparency, digital traceability, and tamper-proof monitoring in humanitarian programs. This is where C.H.A.T.S (Convexity Humanitarian Aid Transfer Solution) comes in as a transformative tool for Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA).
How CHATS Addresses the Aid Accountability Crisis
C.H.A.T.S was built with the sole aim of shedding light on aid distribution through Cash Voucher Assistance programs. Its blockchain-based foundation ensures that all transactions are logged on a decentralized, immutable ledger, meaning no individual or institution can alter records once they are saved. Everyone involved, donors, NGOs, auditors, and even beneficiaries, has access to the same verified information.
CHATS stands out because it offers smart, practical tools that directly solve the real challenges facing aid distribution in Africa today. One major feature is geo-fencing, which ensures that aid can only be redeemed in approved locations. This helps prevent fraud, duplicate claims, and unauthorized beneficiaries. CHATS also includes an aid recall function, allowing organizations to immediately reverse or block transactions if funds are misused by vendors or beneficiaries.
Another powerful advantage is its real-time monitoring, which gives NGOs and INGOs instant visibility into how funds are being disbursed and redeemed. This removes the delays and errors that come with manual reconciliation. Donors benefit as well, every transaction is transparent and verifiable, which builds trust and provides clear proof that their funds are being used properly.
For beneficiaries, CHATS offers protection and dignity by guaranteeing they receive the full amount of aid intended for them, without interference or hidden deductions. With all these features working together, CHATS is raising the standard of transparency and accountability in Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) programs like never before.
By removing confusion and strengthening visibility across the entire aid pipeline, CHATS helps reduce fraud and diversion while building stronger trust with donors. It also makes reporting much easier for NGOs, improves accountability at every stage of aid delivery, and ensures that vulnerable beneficiaries receive the full value intended for them. This increased transparency also boosts the credibility of organizations managing aid programs.
Ready to Experience Transparent Aid Delivery?
CHATS brings blockchain clarity, geo-fenced disbursements, and real-time monitoring to the heart of humanitarian work. If you’re ready to pioneer a smarter, more accountable approach to aid distribution, join us today and lead the transformation.
