v1.0.3 — Documentation Structure Enhancement

This release introduces structural enhancements to the APASS repository documentation through updates to README.md, improving visibility and accessibility of key protocol components.

The update adds a new section titled "Additional Protocol Documents," which provides direct references to:

• APASS_MODEL.md — defining the operational model of the APASS protocol, including traveler interaction flows, merchant participation, verification mechanisms, reward issuance logic, and the incentive feedback loop.

• APASS_NADD.md — defining the integration model between Africa Tourism Pass (APASS) and the Namibia Digital Dollar (NADD), establishing a dual-layer architecture where APASS operates as a non-custodial verification and incentive layer, and NADD functions as a regulated digital settlement layer representing the Namibian Dollar (NAD) on a 1:1 basis onchain.

This release strengthens the overall documentation framework by clearly separating:

• Protocol design (WHITEPAPER.md)
• Economic analysis (ECONOMIC_ANALYSIS.md)
• Operational model (APASS_MODEL.md)
• Financial integration layer (APASS_NADD.md)
• Technical architecture and system documentation (docs/)

The repository now reflects a fully structured, institutional-grade documentation environment aligned with enterprise, regulatory, and developer expectations.

The APASS protocol remains payment-agnostic, supporting multiple settlement methods including credit cards, mobile payments, bank transfers, and cash, while NADD serves as an integrated settlement option within Namibia.

v1.0.0 — Initial Protocol Release (APASS)

This release marks the initial production deployment of the Africa Tourism Pass (APASS) protocol.

APASS is a blockchain-native infrastructure designed to enable verifiable tourism participation, rewards distribution, and cross-border coordination across Africa’s tourism ecosystem.

The protocol is deployed on BNB Smart Chain (BSC Mainnet) and implements a modular smart contract architecture governed by role-based access control.

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Core Components

The release includes the complete APASS smart contract system:

• AccessManager (governance and role enforcement)
• Treasury (token custody and controlled distribution)
• APASS Token (economic unit of the protocol)
• Router (verification entry point)
• Rewards Ledger (reward accounting)
• Burn Controller (supply adjustment)
• Merchant Registry (participant management)
• Redemption (token redemption flows)
• Dispute Registry (dispute handling)

All contracts are compiled from:

contracts/APASSProtocol.sol

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Security

• Internal OpenZeppelin-style audit completed
• No critical, high, or medium vulnerabilities identified
• Overall audit score: 9.2 / 10
• Modular architecture with strict role-based controls
• Deterministic treasury and supply management

See:
AUDIT.md
docs/SECURITY.md

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Documentation

The following documents are included:

• WHITEPAPER.md
• ECONOMIC_ANALYSIS.md
• docs/ARCHITECTURE.md
• docs/CONTRACTS.md
• docs/SECURITY.md
• docs/GOVERNANCE.md
• docs/DEPLOYMENT.md
• AUDIT.md

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Deployment

Network: BNB Smart Chain (Mainnet)

Core contract registry available at:

docs/CONTRACTS.md

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Scope

APASS operates as a verification and incentive layer and does not replace existing payment systems. Transactions continue to be executed through conventional financial infrastructure while APASS records and incentivizes participation.

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Status

Production deployment complete.

This release establishes the baseline version of the protocol and repository structure for future upgrades, integrations, and ecosystem expansion.