The SAHEL SSI architecture is designed to support a wide range of real-world use cases across sectors and jurisdictions.
Professional and Educational Credentials
Issuance and verification of digital credentials such as:
- Course completion certificates
- Professional accreditations
- Skills and competency attestations
Why SSI
- Reduces credential fraud
- Enables portable, lifelong credentials
- Eliminates centralized verification databases
Project Participation and Membership Credentials
Credentials that attest participation, roles, or eligibility in projects and programs.
Examples:
- International cooperation projects
- Research and innovation programs
- Professional networks and memberships
Why SSI
- Supports time-bound and revocable roles
- Enables cross-platform recognition
- Reduces administrative overhead
Public-Sector and Quasi-Public Credentials
Use of SSI by public administrations or regulated bodies without centralizing identity data.
- Program eligibility attestations
- Professional licenses
- Permits or authorizations
Why SSI
- Privacy by design
- Easier cross-agency interoperability
- Strong auditability and transparency
International and Cross-Border Initiatives
SSI used as a neutral identity and trust layer in international contexts.
- Development and capacity-building programs
- Multi-stakeholder initiatives
- Cross-jurisdictional verification scenarios
Why SSI
- No dependency on a single national identity system
- Governance-based trust instead of platform control
- Long-term portability beyond project duration
SSI Sandboxes for Education and Training
Controlled environments for learning, experimentation, and demonstration.
- University programs
- Professional training
- Institutional capacity building
Why SSI
- Learners interact with real governance and trust mechanisms
- Concepts are demonstrated, not abstracted
How the SAHEL Token Fits In
Across all services and use cases, the SAHEL token plays a supporting role.
- Support transparent governance and accreditation
- Anchor trust decisions in an auditable way
- Coordinate participation among professional actors
It is never required for end users or credential holders.
Why SAHEL
What distinguishes SAHEL is not only what we advise, but what we operate.
- We design SSI systems based on open standards
- We operate a real governance-backed SSI infrastructure
- We use blockchain responsibly, not ideologically
- We separate identity from monetization and speculation
This makes SAHEL a credible partner for organizations seeking long-term, trustworthy SSI solutions. If you want to know more or get in contact with us, please write us at sahel@sahelsolutions.com