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Have You Noticed Someone New on Our Website?
If you’ve spotted a friendly face in the bottom right corner of our site, that’s the African Bitcoin Sidekick! This smart, approachable, and always-available assistant is here to guide you through the Bitcoin rabbit hole, tailored specifically for the African experience.
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Whether you’re just getting started with Bitcoin or you’re a seasoned Bitcoiner, our Bitcoin Sidekick is designed to meet you where you are.
It can help you understand Bitcoin basics, explain technical terms, suggest self-custody tools, break down market trends, and even answer questions about privacy, Lightning, and P2P transactions all in plain, simple English.
Here’s what you can expect:
Easy-to-understand Bitcoin education
Self-custody and security guidance
Lightning Network help
Localized support for the African Bitcoin experience
Instant answers, 24/7
Our assistant doesn’t just talk; it listens, learns, and tailors responses to your level of experience. It’s like having a Bitcoin expert in your pocket, ready to help you grow.
How to Access Your Sidekick
Ready to explore Bitcoin with your new Sidekick? You’ll find the Sidekick housed at the bottom right corner of your screen on our website. Simply click the icon, type your question, and get instant, personalized answers. No sign-up is needed, just jump in and start learning!
A Bitcoiner’s guide to South Africa’s Garden Route
South Africa’s scenic Garden Route is rapidly emerging as a hub for Bitcoin adoption, with towns like Witsand, Plettenberg Bay, and Mossel Bay leading the way. Over 75 businesses in Plettenberg Bay and more than 45 in Witsand now accept Bitcoin, fostering vibrant circular economies. Read More.
INSIGHT: Individual Hold Majority of Bitcoin Supply.
As of 2025, individual investors collectively own approximately 68% of the total Bitcoin supply. This significant share underscores Bitcoin’s decentralized nature and widespread adoption among retail participants, reflecting its growing appeal as a store of value and hedge against traditional financial systems. See Infographic.
Lightning Developer Bootcamp in Kaduna Sparks Innovation
The Africa Free Routing Lightning Developer Bootcamp in Kaduna, Nigeria, concluded on May 18, 2025, marking a pivotal moment for Bitcoin development in Africa. Over four intensive days, participants dove into Bitcoin fundamentals and the Lightning Network, culminating in a hands-on hackathon where they built real-world tools. Read More.
African Lightning Network Weekly Stats
Active Nodes
60 [ 0% ]
Total Capacity
⚡1,029,399,587 [ 0%]
Total Channels
197[ 0%]
These weekly stats are brought to you by Africa Free Routing, Africa’s fastest and most reliable lightning node network. Visit their site to get connected to the lightning network.
Join Our Team!
We are actively in search for young and passionate African Bitcoiners from Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe, or Ghana to join our Graduate Program! If you’re willing to start a career in Bitcoin, don’t miss this opportunity. Help us spread the word on WhatsApp and Twitter to any young individuals you know who who might be a great fit.Social Media Guru
A new security and privacy-focused project is seeking a Social Media Guru to drive its online presence and community engagement. The role involves frequent posting, rapid response to DMs, managing campaigns, evaluating their success, and conducting outreach across a broad range of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, Nostr, and other relevant channels.- Marketing Intern
Simple Mining is a leading provider of premium Bitcoin mining hosting services, offering tailored solutions to help clients maximize profitability. Based in Cedar Falls, Iowa, they operate over 20,000 machines for clients across the globe. They’re a fast-growing Bitcoin company looking for an ambitious, creative, and proactive Marketing Intern to join their team. Bitcoin Presenter
A remote, contract-based Bitcoin Presenter role is open for a one-time project with lifetime Bitcoin payouts. The position seeks a passionate Bitcoin educator with experience in creating educational video content, a valid Saylor Academy Bitcoin course certificate, a track record as a presenter or lecturer, expertise in Bitcoin and Austrian economics, and native English fluency. Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic candidates.
African Bitcoiners Book Club
Join us this Friday at 6 PM UTC on Discord as we dive into Chapter 4 of “When Money Destroys Nations” by Philip Haslam. Together, we’ll unpack how hyperinflation devastates economies and what it teaches us about the future of money.Bitcoin Watch Party
This Wednesday at 2 PM UTC, we’re hosting a special watch party and you’re invited! We’ll be watching “INSIDE AFRICA’S SECRET OFF-GRID BITCOIN MINES” by Joe Nakamoto.Bitcoin Plett: Weekly Bitcoin Meetups in Plettenberg Bay
Happening every Tuesday in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, Bitcoin Plett is where local Bitcoiners meet, connect, and share ideas. Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or already orange-pilled, it’s the perfect place to find community. Follow @BitcoinPlett on X for the latest updates!Africa Bitcoin Conference 2025 — See You in Mauritius!
We’re headed to paradise! The Africa Bitcoin Conference is back this time in Mauritius for 2025. After an unforgettable 2024 event, expect even bigger speakers, tech launches, and real conversations that are shaping Bitcoin’s future in Africa. See you there! Learn More.Africa Bitcoin Day Announced for May 27 Across the Continent 🌍
Africa Bitcoin Day will kick off on May 27, 2025, with local Bitcoin events across cities like Nairobi, Lagos, Cape Town, and more. Organized by the Africa Bitcoin Conference team, it’s a continent-wide call for Bitcoin adoption. Stay tuned for how you can get involved!
Bitcoin Loxion: Weekly Bitcoin Vibes in Khayelitsha
Every Thursday at 6PM, something special happens in Khayelitsha. Bitcoin Loxion brings people together — to share ideas, talk freedom, and grow a grassroots Bitcoin community, one conversation at a time. Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or deep in the game, this space is for you.
Bitcoin Pizza Day Lagos
DigiOats is hosting a Bitcoin Pizza Day event on May 22 at 2:00 PM at Debonairs Pizza, Ikoyi. Titled “Bitcoin Appreciative Features,” and registration is required.Celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day with BitDevs Uyo
Join BitDevs Uyo on Saturday, May 24, 2025, for a special meetup as they commemorate the 15th anniversary of the legendary 10,000 BTC pizza purchase. Thanks to their friends at Bitcoin Calabar, there’ll be delicious pizza for everyone!
Don’t wait to take control of your Bitcoin journey. Click here to meet your African Bitcoin Sidekick now and discover how easy and empowering Bitcoin can be. Find it at the bottom right corner of our website and start exploring today!
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Stay Sovereign,
African Bitcoiners