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Nedbank Metaverse
Discover our brave new virtual world in Ubuntuland
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Live between 10-13 November
Introducing Nedbank Metaversein Ubuntuland

Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting new 3D experience. Our virtual village is here to connect us across towns, cities, provinces and borders through Ubuntuland – the continent’s first metaverse, from Africarare.

We invite you to join in the fun with us as pioneers of the future. Explore Ubuntuland, a place where everyone, anywhere is welcome. Visit her wonderful art galleries. And enjoy this golden opportunity for entrepreneurs, businesses, artists and entertainers to tap into the new experience economy, where anything you can imagine is possible.

We also hope you’ll make yourself at home in Nedbank Metaverse, our virtual world in Ubuntuland Here, you can play golf, hang out in the sports bar to enjoy really cool content from the Nedbank Golf Challenge (NGC), check out the boma and explore our gallery.

Remember, you don’t need a wallet to explore Nedbank Metaverse. But to enjoy the full experience, enter competitions and earn rewards, you’ll have to connect a wallet.

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Enjoy the golf inNedbank Metaverse
The Nedbank Golf Challenge (NGC) is back. During the event from 10-13 November, you can experience a fantastic line-up of exclusive content and fun activities in celebration of Africa’s Major.
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Visit the Nedbank Metaverse

Come and experience the Nedbank Golf Challenge, take part in the daily quiz, play the treasure hunt and more…

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Win exclusive access to our first VR Concert

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Get hyped for a taste of the future of gaming

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Check back soon for more from altMTN

Take part in the treasure hunt
Stand to win awesome NGC merchandise from 10-13 November.
Hang out at the sports bar
Watch our 40-year NGC documentary premiere and other cool NGC content, and take part in quizzes.
Explore our gallery
See more great innovations from Nedbank.
Socialize in the boma
Network and experience this event space.
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Entering the Nedbank Metaverse

You don’t need to register with Africarare to explore Nedbank Metaverse. But if you want to connect a wallet so you can receive any rewards you qualify for in Nedbank Metaverse and Ubuntuland, you’ll need to register with Africarare. The steps are simple…

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Complete the registration form so you can connect a wallet. If you don’t have one, create one by selecting Connect Wallet and following the prompts. (We recommend MetaMask for Ubuntuland.)
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Come back to Nedbank Metaverse from 10-13 November to enjoy the Nedbank Golf Challenge in our virtual world.
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Take part in the treasure hunt where you could win merchandise throughout the NGC event, and socialise at the sports bar where golf quizzes and exclusive NGC video content await.
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NGC
10-13 November

The Nedbank Golf Challenge (NGC) is one of the highlights of the African sporting calendar.

From 10-13 November, some of the biggest names in golf are competing for a purse of $6 million in the 40th edition of this fabled event.

The tournament forms part of the DP World Tour and is the penultimate stop on the Race To Dubai.

The Gary Player Country Club, which has hosted the NGC since 1981, is South Africa’s premier championship course and is up there with the best in the world.

The NGC is a unique tournament, steeped in folklore and played against the backdrop of the magical Pilanesberg.

Frequently Asked Questions
+What is the metaverse?

The metaverse is a 3D virtual environment where people from all over the world come together to enjoy interactive experiences.

+What is Ubuntuland?

Ubuntuland is a circular region in Africa’s first metaverse where people can create and monetise experiences like art exhibitions, concerts, film festivals, host business meetings, play games and enjoy a range of virtual social experiences.

+What is altMTN?

A virtual space within Ubuntuland for you to experience exclusive live events, gaming, shopping, learning opportunities and more.

+How do I access the metaverse?

Winners of the ‘MTN presents The Mic: Africa’ competition will have the option to access altMTN via a magic link instead of a digital wallet. Winners will be sent the magic link via SMS. If you have a digital wallet like MetaMask, Rainbow, WalletConnect or Coinbase Wallet, you can also use it to connect to altMTN and claim a complimentary altMTN NFT. Your altMTN NFT will give you additional benefits at future events at altMTN. Note that magic link users will not receive their complimentary altMTN NFT which will allow for additional benefits in future events.

+Can I access altMTN for free?

Yes! You do not need to have any money loaded to your wallet to enter altMTN. Currently we are hosting invitation only functions (private and competition based) and will open all areas to the public in 2023.

+Do I need cryptocurrency to access altMTN?

No, but you do need a wallet to log in. We’ve got some great shopping experiences planned though, so check back soon for a reason to get some crypto!

+What is MetaMask?

MetaMask is a non-custodial wallet used to interact with the Ethereum blockchain.

+Is MetaMask free?

Yes.

+Can I use a different cryptocurrency wallet?

Yes. Rainbow, Coinbase Wallet and WalletConnect are also accepted in altMTN.

+What is Polygon (MATIC)?

Polygon (MATIC) is an Ethereum token that powers the Polygon Network - a protocol that aims for faster, cheaper Ethereum transactions.