Ballotchain

Overview

BallotChain is a conceptual e-voting mobile app was designed to provide a secure and transparent voting process for the government of Nigeria using blockchain technology to ensure the integrity of the voting process by providing a tamper-proof record of votes.

The Problem

The current electoral process has too many problems with it, some of which include bribery, corruption and the usage of thugs to rig and disrupt elections. This undermines the integrity of the electoral process and can discourage voters participation. It takes a lot of time and can be annoying, stopping some people from voting at all. There is also the issue of lack of transparency which makes it difficult for voters to have confidence in the results.

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Proposed
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Proposed solution

An eVoting mobile app that utilizes the blockchain technology. This app ensures secure and transparent voting, allowing users to vote conveniently from their mobile devices. Blockchain guarantees the integrity of the process by creating a tamper-proof record of votes, making manipulation impossible. This solution addresses issues of corruption and promotes a trustworthy and accessible electoral system, fostering confidence and inclusivity in Nigerian democracy.

Key offering

News: The app includes a news section to helps users stay informed about current events and developments in the political landscape.

Candidate information: Users can read about the candidates for all political posts, know their platform and backgrounds. This in turn helps users make informed decisions.

Voting: The app guides users through the voting process and provides clear instructions to ensure that the process is easy to understand. Users can cast their vote for their preferred candidates.

Notifications: The app sends notifications to users when elections are imminent, reminding them to cast their vote.

Live results: During an election, the app provides live updates on the results, allowing users to stay informed about the current state of the race.

News: The app includes a news section to helps users stay informed about current events and developments in the political landscape.

Candidate information: Users can read about the candidates for all political posts, know their platform and backgrounds. This in turn helps users make informed decisions.

Voting: The app guides users through the voting process and provides clear instructions to ensure that the process is easy to understand. Users can cast their vote for their preferred candidates.

Notifications: The app sends notifications to users when elections are imminent, reminding them to cast their vote.

Live results: During an election, the app provides live updates on the results, allowing users to stay informed about the current state of the race.

Information architecture

Onboarding

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home screen

voting

Settings

Conclusion

BallotChain was conceptualised to modernize Nigeria's electoral process. With a user-centric approach and blockchain technology, it ensures secure and transparent voting. Features like candidate info, live results, and multilingual support address diverse user needs. The app's empathy-driven design and focus on accessibility marks a significant step towards inclusive civic participation. This case study highlights how thoughtful design can enhance democratic processes, making voting accessible, secure, and seamless for all citizens.