African Bitcoin Ecosystem

Bitcoin Mastermind is the first Bitcoin conference since 2021 to bring together the French-speaking African Bitcoin community in a single environment. It aims to help participants learn from the experiences of predecessors and experts in the field, find themselves in a community in line with their ambitions and realities as Bitcoin entrepreneurs, provide a pool of profiles for collaborations and a quality address book, provide the tools needed to design and deploy innovative solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem, and above all spend 3 Bitcoin days together in a hotel.

Bitcoin Bénin is Benin's community of Bitcoiners. It brings together the local community but is working to reach a much wider audience. Initiated by active members of the local community, Alphonse - Loïc & Samad, Bitcoin Bénin works to educate the local population on all aspects of Bitcoin through monthly Bitcoin Meetups, special sessions around Bitcoin topics, La Bitcoin School and many other special activities that reinforce good Bitcoin education. We have a growing community through our telegram group, networks and Meetups and are working to develop programs that meet the needs of the whole community. You can follow our activities on Twitter: @BitcoinBenin

Flash is a startup introducing people in Benin, Togo, Burkina-Faso and Côte d'Ivoire to Bitcoin by building a simple platform that help them easily Buy and Sell Bitcoin via LN and Mobile Money starting from 100 XOF and also helping companies in Benin accept Bitcoin Payment.

Togo's first bitcoin training center through Conference, Developer Community,Education and Bitcoin payments for goods

BitDevsAccra is a community in Accra, Ghana, for those interested in discussing and participating in the research and development of Bitcoin and related protocols and software.

Introduce your kids to the exciting world of Bitcoin with ""Bitcoin Kids: Financial Literacy for Kids"" by Nzonda Fosting. In this engaging book set in a family environment, a knowledgeable couple shares their understanding of Bitcoin with their children, Kijana and Maya. From casual dining table conversations about the unique properties of Bitcoin to insightful talks in the maize garden about Bitcoin mining, this book takes children on a journey through the history of money, the scarcity of Bitcoin, its various use cases, and the importance of Bitcoin adoption. Get your kids started on their financial literacy journey with this educational and entertaining read.

BTC_Sudan, founded by Sudan Hodl, is dedicated to educating Sudanese youth about Bitcoin. In our journey, we have successfully assisted hundreds of individuals, businesses, and NGOs in adopting Bitcoin.

BitcoinNakfa provides free bitcoin education for Eritreans. This includes translated materials, community groups on Telegram and in-home training sessions. Given the country of Eritrea doesn't allow for meetings with more than 4 people, we are a humble peer-led effort.

Bitcoin Dua is a Bitcoin community based in Agbazome, Ghana, focused on Bitcoin education and fostering a Bitcoin circular economy within the locality. The goal is to increase Bitcoin adoption for daily use, strengthening its role in the local economy.

Bitfiasi Initiative is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive financial education to women in Africa, emphasizing the use and mastery of bitcoin as a means for achieving financial empowerment and independence. Our program delivery include workshops, training sessions, and community outreach to help women gain financial independence and improve their economic status.Bitfiasi Initiative aims to build a brighter future for women and their communities.

L'Afrique parle Bitcoin is a francophone podcast that try to change the preconceived ideas that people in our community have about Bitcoin. On the podcast, I host African entrepreneurs and we discuss the state of Bitcoin adoption in their countries, among other things.

Bitcoin Community from Ivory Coast.

The African Bitcoin Mining Summit's primary objective is to bring together a select group of African Bitcoin miners, mining manufacturers, mining investors, and energy partners for a focused and impactful in-person summit. This is not an event for the masses but rather an opportunity tailored specifically for those already immersed in the world of Bitcoin mining and deeply committed to its potential in Africa

Free bitcoin education using open source tools and community-led resources.

QRB Labs ICT Solutions PLC, a company established in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, was founded in 2021 by entrepreneurs of Ethiopian origin. We offer data center services to international clients, focusing on location-agnostic high-energy computations such as Bitcoin mining, and AI model training. QRB is a customer of Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) and procures surplus hydroelectric power, commonly referred to as "stranded" energy, to operate scalable modular data centers. These data centers are strategically located within EEP substations across Ethiopia. The company plans to expand to two other African countries. QRB Labs is a founding member of the Green Africa Mining Alliance.

West Data Group (WDG) is a Hong Kong-based company under United International Engineering, specializing in the investment and construction of data centers. With a focus on sectors such as telecommunications, cryptocurrency mining, and AI training, WDG has developed strong partnerships with global leaders like HUAWEI, ZTE, and Canaan Inc., as well as key organizations in Ethiopia, including Ethio Telecom and Ethiopia Electric Power. In 2023, WDG expanded into Ethiopia, establishing Wes Data Center Service PLC and launching a significant 30MW data center project, positioning itself as a leader in data processing and digitalization efforts.

We are trying to educate our population on what is Bitcoin, and most importantly, what it is not. We do physical and online meetups, twitter spacesw and we organize the Dakar Bitcoin Days. We also do presentations at schools and universities.

Bitcoin Dakar is an event in form of a conference held once in a year in the capityal city of Dakar in Senegal. Bitcoin Dakar is cordinated by the Bitcoin Senegal community leaders.

The Xamlé Bitcoin project was designed to address a crucial need for financial education and awareness in Senegal, particularly regarding Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. The main goal of this project is to democratize access to these technologies in an accessible way, especially for young people and rural communities, while overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers. Indeed, most educational resources on cryptocurrencies are in foreign languages, creating a digital divide and financial exclusion for many people who do not master these languages.

Cashwyre is a Bitcoin financial platform based out of Nigeria. Users you can buy, sell and HODl their Bitcoin. They facilitate online Bitcoin transactions and they equally carry out remittance settlements.

BotmeCash is a P2P Bitcoin Exchange Platform that allows users to Buy, Spend, Save, Pay with Bitcoin, Convert to Cash instantly, and more.

Bitnob is a cutting-edge payment platform that enables users to send money across African countries without charging a transaction fee. The Platform also facilitates all kinds of Bitcoin-related financial services, including Bitcoin savings, buying and selling. Bitnob also provides payment and Bitcoin infrastructure services for businesses looking to build and expand their products and services.

A purpose driven company with a laser focused goal to contribute our iron rods to help build bridges over the huge payment gap in sub saharan africa and making sure that cash becomes a fleeting fashion accessory, using bitcoin and the future of money and payments.

Bitcoin in Nigeria Media Program is a program focused on sensitizing the Nigeria citizens on the concept of financial freedom, decentralization, Product building and self sovereignty through the use of Bitcoin as a censorship resistance innovation. ( Started August 2020 ) - ( Funded by DigiOats & BIN team ).

We demystify Bitcoin Education into smaller words and educate the rural areas in Nigeria with Pidgin language.

Born out of Lagos, Nigeria, *DigiOats* facilitates Bitcoin education, research, development, and general consultation. The platform also offers OTC services and Bitcoin liquidity solutions to support the growing Bitcoin economy.

We aim to facilitate the adoption of Bitcoin through Bitcoin Education.

A company focused on decentralizing bitcoin mining by utilising green waste energy in the african echo system.

We're building a Bitcoin circular economy in Anambra State, Nigeria.

"We're building a bitcoin club that will foster a Bitcoin Circular Economy in C.R.S Nigeria. Bitcoin adoption and integration in to society is our goal. | Est. Block 855020 |".

The organization is build to promote Bitcoin education across Nigeria by creating Bitcoin awareness on all social media, hosting conference and events to promote Bitcoin adopting. Also building a circular economy around Bitcoin in atan Ogun state

Mava Pay is a digital payment platform that enables individuals and businesses to send and receive money globally with security and ease. Users can link their bank accounts, initiate transfers through the user-friendly interface, and Mavapay handles currency conversions and ensures prompt delivery of funds.

This initiative seeks to establish a thriving Bitcoin Circular Economy in Ekiti State, Nigeria, by promoting Bitcoin adoption among businesses, fostering financial inclusion, and driving sustainable development. Key goals include onboarding SMEs, creating global visibility, Through education, innovation, and strategic partnerships, the project aims to position Ekiti State as a global Bitcoin hub while unlocking economic and social benefits.

Bitdevs Lagos is a community of Bitcoin developers based in the commercial city of Lagos, Nigeria.

BitDevs is a community for Bitcoin developers or individuals in Bitcoin Development to come together to discuss and participate in technical discussions.

BitKwa is a leading non-profit organization based in Kwara State, Nigeria, committed to advancing Bitcoin education, financial literacy, and global relevance for individuals and businesses. Our mission is to empower the indigenous people of Kwara State with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the digital economy through Bitcoin and blockchain technology.

Women Bitcoin Club is a nonprofit organization designed to educate and empower African Girls and Women in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Technology.

Bitsacco is a template for how Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) and similar financial institutions in Africa, can and should be built on Bitcoin.

MulaStack is Kenya's first Bitcoin on-ramp and off-ramp solution, designed to make saving, investing and transacting in Bitcoin effortless across Africa. We address the growing demand for Bitcoin as a reliable way to diversify portfolios and preserve wealth. Our platform enables users to seamlessly convert KES into Bitcoin via Mpesa, making it easy to save, invest and withdraw Bitcoin using just a mobile phone. MulaStack bridges the gap between local currencies and Bitcoin, empowering Africans to participate in the global Bitcoin economy without barriers.

Tando is a mobile app to let anyone spend bitcoin anywhere in Kenya, just like cash. Buy goods, pay bills, and send mobile money from your favorite Lightning wallet.

Bitbiashara is geared towards educating business owner's on Bitcoin and explore ways to leverage Bitcoin on the day to day activities of the business.

Bitcoin Nairobi is pioneering Kenya's Bitcoin circular economy initiative. At Bitcoin Nairobi, we believe in a future where Bitcoin is more than just a digital currency; it's a tool for empowerment, innovation, and financial freedom.

Our mission is to promote, educate, and onboard merchants and consumers in the Kibera informal settlement to adopt the bitcoin/lightning network with a plan to develop a blockchain community bank model based on the software stack by Galoy.

Bitsavers Eduhub is an organization dedicated to empowering campus students and recent graduates by bridging the financial literacy gap through innovative education in Bitcoin. The students will then be mentored to find their niche in financial literacy, digital marketing, and graphic design in the Bitcoin Arena. We operate under the Builder and Popularizer Model, combining the development of a comprehensive, high-quality curriculum with active community engagement to foster financial independence and economic empowerment. Our mission is to transform students' mindsets from unemployment concerns to skill acquisition and self-reliance, ensuring that they are proficient in financial concepts and can practically apply them to achieve personal economic growth. Through strategic partnerships with universities, Bitsavers Eduhub aims to create a robust online hub and community platform that equips young people with the necessary skills to navigate the evolving digital finance landscape and attain financial independence.

We are an organization in Rural Kenya. Our main aim is to build a Self-Reliant Bitcoin community.

At the heart of Bitcoin adoption lies education, and DadaDevs is actively making this a reality. By teaching individuals about Bitcoin and how it works, they're breaking down barriers, simplifying complex concepts, and empowering communities to embrace the potential of decentralized money.

Online education website focused on learning about Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Dada is a Non profit organisation that aims to empower African women through financial education with a focus on bitcoin

We are a non-profit organization that aims to empower mothers around the world. We take a holistic approach where we address financial empowerment through Bitcoin education, infant nutrition, and most importantly, postpartum mental wellness.

Bitdevs Nairobi is a community of Bitcoin developers and Bitcoin tech enthusiasts from Kenya, specifically in the capital city of Nairobi.

A Bitcoin Only initiative on a mission to make Bitcoin easily accessible to everyone. They leverage their technical expertise to ensure that Namibians can not only purchase Bitcoin but also understand how to accept it for goods and services. Their focus extends beyond transactions—they are committed to educating individuals on how to securely store their Bitcoin without relying on third parties, including themselves. Through this approach, they empower people with true financial independence and self-sovereignty.

Bitcoin Mining Namibia facilitates Bitcoin Mining in Namibia by assisting various interest groups & individuals to obtain their own mining hardware directly from suppliers. We look to make sure that anyone who wants a mining rig, has access to obtaining a mining rig.

Bitcoin Studio serves as a music recording space where artists can learn about Bitcoin and its advantages.

The Metamorphosis Hub is an educational platform for freedom activism and human rights that is advocating for Bitcoin as a shining city of refuge both social and economic and political affairs. We are currently doing Diploma in Bitcoin from Miprimer course and would like to open more doors to Bitcoin Evangelism.

Bitcoin reach is the only Bitcoin community in Zimbabwe. Aspiring to cultivate adoption and now take it one more step further, in working towards building a circular Bitcoin economy.

Promote Bitcoin adoption and free education in Botswana. Advocate for merchant adoption. Spread the ethos and ideology of Bitcoin not only in Botswana but across the SADC region as a means for individuals, businesses, and even nations to regain sovereignty and self-determination.

A Bitcoin Circular Economy in Livingstone, Zambia focused on education, merchant adoption, and financial empowerment. Part of the Mi Primer Bitcoin Light Node Network.

We are a Non Profit organization ||Education|| building awareness of the economic, social and environmental benefits of Bitcoin for Malawi

Free Tech Institute (FREETI) is a non-profit think tank. We advocate for a libertarian philosophy focused on technology and entrepreneurship based on digital. Through our programs, we discuss topics such as privacy protection, prosperity through free market based on the web, intellectual property rights, Bitcoin anti-surveillance, responsible internet use, and individual freedom. Our aim is to foster a more liberated Burundian web environment through education and networking. through free market based on the web, intellectual property rights, cryptocurrency, anti-surveillance, responsible internet use, and individual freedom. Our aim is to foster a more liberated Burundian web environment through education and networking.

BTC Shule is building a Bitcoin circular economy to foster financial autonomy in Gitegae, while educating Burundians on Bitcoin through meetups and online training

Chapsmart disrupts traditional financial services by offering a direct, peer-to-peer Bitcoin exchange using Tanzanian Shillings. This platform simplifies access to Bitcoin, supports educational resources, and promotes Bitcoin projects, making Bitcoin more accessible and fostering financial inclusion for Tanzanian citizens.

Bitcoin Education for Schools and Communities in Kilimanjaro and Arusha Region, Tanzania.

Gorilla sat is a Bitcoin tourism agency based in Uganda.

Orphans of 🇺🇬Uganda Children Center, is a none profit/religious organizations taking care of 77 orphaned children. The Orphans of Uganda Children Center cares for 77 vulnerable orphans, providing them with food, shelter, education, and emotional support. In a country with limited resources and few funding options, the center sustains itself through Bitcoin donations, which help cover essential expenses. This innovative use of cryptocurrency allows the center to receive direct support from donors worldwide, ensuring these children have a brighter future despite challenging circumstances.

A coffee brand and business dealing in processing, packing and marketing coffee .

Juicy B is on a mission to help people discover #Bitcoin through the best juice in Uganda. Our goal? 100% of our payments received in #Bitcoin and help other businesses do the same. Come visit us in Kampala

Community of youths empowering themselves using bitcoin

An organization looking after elephants orphaned or displaced due to human-elephant conflict, giving them a safe space to rehabilitate and integrate into a herd with their own species once again.

Our organization promotes Bitcoin adoption in wildlife and nature conservation, helping projects receive financial support from the Bitcoin community to ensure sustainable impacts for animals worldwide.

Bitcoin Plett is a circular economy initiative based in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The project provides a forum to help guide and protect local residents and businesses through the inevitable volatility and confusion of the transition to a global Bitcoin standard. They promote Bitcoin use in daily life and aim to onboard merchants and educate the public.

BitcoinLoxion is a non-profit organization based in Cape Town that promotes Bitcoin education and circular economy building through regular meetups and workshops. They also run a community engagement program that uses soccer and gardening to keep youth off the streets in Khayelitsha, a community with high crime and drug abuse rates. Their weekly schedule includes meetups every Thursday, soccer practice Monday to Friday, and workshops every Saturday.

Simply Sow supports vulnerable newborns, babies, and toddlers through partnerships with foster-care guardians and social services. By introducing Bitcoin into its strategy, Simply Sow empowers these guardians financially and fosters a circular economy within their community. The initiative onboards merchants based on the actual needs of participants, ensuring Bitcoin is used practically as a medium of exchange. Merchants like "Die Hoender Plaas" and "Kwanonqaba Pharmacy" have been integrated into this system.

Bitcoin Ekasi is building a Bitcoin Circular Economy in a South African township, inspired by Bitcoin Beach in El Salvador. The initiative focuses on empowering local businesses and individuals through Bitcoin education, shop onboarding, and practical implementation of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange within the community.

Bitcoin Ubuntu is a Bitcoin-only education initiative focused on delivering grassroots education and fostering a circular Bitcoin economy in South Africa. The project emphasizes decentralization, self-custody, and community empowerment through Bitcoin literacy.

A circular economy. We create awareness and provide information.

We are a software as a service company that connects fiat on and off ramps to the lightning network to build a network for international cross border payments for businesses.

Cardware Wallet is the ultimate secure hardware wallet designed for Bitcoiners and crypto enthusiasts alike. Fully airgapped and powered by USB with no data transmission, it features EAL6+ secure elements, offline signing, tamper-proof packaging, and unique entropy generation methods like D20 dice rolls. With transparency and user control at its core, Cardware Wallet offers unmatched security and peace of mind for storing and managing your digital assets.

Sparrow Wallet is one of the best Bitcoin desktop wallets in the world, originating from Africa. It offers sophisticated Bitcoin custody solutions, primarily targeted at advanced users who seek control, privacy, and flexibility in managing their funds.

Bitcoin El Zera is a small private school introducing Bitcoin education to learners, teachers, and school parents in Johannesburg, South Africa.

SowetoBtc is a non-profit initiative that aims to provide Bitcoin financial education to underprivileged South African communities. The program also aims to help onboard small to medium businesses into accepting Bitcoin as an alternative payment system to traditional finance.

SimplB has been conducting Bitcoin education and training while assisting Family Offices and Individuals to set up 2/3 MultiSig and Bitcoin security solutions. We've orange-pilled over 1000 people. SimplB also consults for financial services firms to implement Bitcoin-based models and regularly hosts "Bitcoin coffees" to facilitate discussion and adoption.

Tri Bitcoin is a South African initiative merging Bitcoin awareness with the world of triathlon. By participating in triathlon events like the IronMan 70.3 in Mossel Bay, Tri Bitcoin promotes Bitcoin through branded gear, sponsorships, and community interaction. The trisuit includes logos of Bitcoin-related sponsors and a QR code linking to educational material.

BitcoinJHB is simply a group of bitcoiners who organise meetings in Johannesburg with the goal of connecting bitcoiners and helping sats flow in a circular economy.

WeDoBitcoin is a business directory and map of owner-operated and small businesses in South Africa that accept Bitcoin for payment. It helps onboard local merchants and supports the Bitcoin circular economy, especially in the Garden Route region of South Africa.

The Bitcoin Business Network (BBN) is a dynamic platform that connects businesses and consumers through the power of Bitcoin. BBN empowers businesses with modern payment solutions and educates consumers, fostering a circular economy where Bitcoin thrives as a standard means of exchange.

BitcoinZAR provides Bitcoin information, education and support. It offers educational materials and guides on Bitcoin fundamentals to help build a more informed and empowered local community.

Bitcoin education including sports and fitness for health, wealth and socials.

Bitcoin Only is a Bitcoin services provider based in South Africa. They offer Bitcoin payment solutions, sell Bitcoin hardware and software solutions, and are committed to building the Bitcoin ecosystem.

We help modern business owners understand how Bitcoin can work for you.

BTC ATMs and other ramps from fiat to BTC.

Airbtc is a Bitcoin-only property booking platform! By Bitcoiners for Bitcoiners. Bitcoiners can list and book on Airbtc.online using bitcoin or lightning!

We curate a web-based platform that connects Bitcoiners with African safari planning and booking companies that accept Bitcoin.

Onboarding retail and vendors to bitcoin. Extensive review with live demo's of all the possible ways to accept bitcoin lightning in your shop, market, business or online.

Africa Free Routing is the biggest Bitcoin Lightning routing service in Africa based out of Lagos, Nigeria. Africa Free Routing services all parts of Africa, facilitating absolutely free routing services. They also offer channel sales services.

The Bitcoiner Test is an industry standard Bitcoin test designed for Bitcoin firms for the sole purpose of testing employees and helping ease hiring processes. Individuals alike can take the Bitcoiner test and obtain certificates to prove their understanding of Bitcoin.

Geyser is a global Bitcoin funding platform. Geyser helps Bitcoin projects, charities, etc. raise funding and donations for their work. Geyser bridges the gap in fundraising using Bitcoin and Lightning.

Btrust Team is a Non-profit organization decentralizing Bitcoin development in Africa and the Global South.

Stealth Money simplifies buying and saving Bitcoin directly into hardware wallets (self-custody). We are promoting Bitcoin as a savings asset to protect Africans from never-ending devaluation and inflation.

Bitpension is a personalised Bitcoin pension account for employees and individuals.

Volt Wallet is on a mission to revolutionize Bitcoin access and security in Africa. Designed for simplicity and sovereignty, Volt enables users to seamlessly store, send, and receive Bitcoin, empowering individuals and businesses to embrace financial freedom.

Fedi is on a mission to empower humanity through freedom technology. They are doing this by building the world's first decentralized super app with freedom tech at its core: Bitcoin, Lightning, Fedimint, Nostr, Matrix. These protocols empower users to take full ownership of their digital and financial lives, promoting resiliency, sovereignty, and prosperity.

Bitcoin for Fairness is a global initiative raising knowledge and understanding of Bitcoin with a focus on civil and human rights. BFF connects and boosts the profile of local stakeholders in the Global South, identifies and works with educators on the ground to deepen and expand Bitcoin adoption. Bitcoin for Fairness has worked with initiatives in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Namibia and is actively expanding into other African countries to increase Bitcoin knowledge.

Btrust Builders is a comprehensive engineering programme designed to train experienced software developers in Africa and the Global South to contribute to open-source Bitcoin and Lightning Development.

School Of Bitcoin is an online Bitcoin e-learning platform that offers Bitcoin education that everyone can understand

Crack the orange is an online Bitcoin Education Mastery platform. It's a platform that coaches advanced Bitcoiners on different things including Bitcoin career development, Community management etc. Crach The orange is a global platform with a presence in Africa.

Securely store, manage, and protect your coins with Trezor hardware wallets, app & backup solutions. Trezor being a leader in hardware wallets focuses on Bitcoin eduction across the globe and especially in Africa

BBitcoin Nomads is a community dedicated to raising awareness about Bitcoin and educating people on its benefits as we travel, camp, hike and explore different places in Africa starting with Kenya. Our goal is to create a financially secure and literate community by sharing knowledge and experiences. Join us and explore great adventures as we spread Bitcoin awareness in Africa.

Citrusrate is a bitcoin price tracker. On citrusrate, users can find real-time bitcoin price in various African currencies. Our plan is to expand and add more features. Currently, we have earn features where users can participate in giveaway to earn free sats, blog to educate users about bitcoin.

We provide Bitcoin news and education

The Orange Sun is an unsponsored Bitcoin Space hosted on X by volunteers @ToxiKat27 @Bitshack @BitcoinUbuntu, eekdays 6-8am UTC. Founded in 2021 by @SatoshisJournal.

We want to empower and educate through storytelling and show you how Bitcoin is transforming lives and economies in Africa.

The Btrust Developer Day offers an exclusive platform for developers, technologists and Bitcoin enthusiasts to explore the latest technical advancements in Bitcoin and its applications in Africa. This event features lightning talks, hands-on workshops, and expert-led discussions, creating a space for knowledge-sharing, community building, and collaboration.

Recursive Capital is a Nigerian based Bitcoin Funding agency. Recursive capital provides grant and funding to Bitcoin start ups across Africa.

Sats to Data is a Bitcoin online platform where users can top up their mobile phones and buy data using Bitcoin lifhtning technology