Hello African Bitcoiner,
The African Bitcoin Ecosystem Infographic is live — a powerful, data-driven snapshot of Bitcoin adoption across the continent.
But Bitcoin in Africa is constantly evolving. New projects are emerging. Builders are breaking boundaries.
To keep the infographic accurate and inclusive, we are taking the Great Bitcoiner Survey, and we need your voice.
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The Great Bitcoiner Survey!
African Bitcoin News
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African Bitcoin Jobs
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The Infographic Is Not Complete Without Your Voice
Whether you’re a builder or an educator, your journey matters. Your input helps map out what’s working, what’s not, and where the opportunities lie for Bitcoin in Africa.
Your response will:
Showcase real Bitcoin use cases across Africa.
Identify challenges and wins.
Inform developers, educators, funders, and policymakers.
Inspire the next wave of African Bitcoiners.
We Need You—Literally
If you’re building a Bitcoin-only product, hosting meetups, or leading an education initiative:
Fill the Great Bitcoiner Survey Now
Takes less than 5 minutes.
Help us paint the clearest picture of Bitcoin adoption and innovation in Africa—by Africans, for Africans.
New Bitcoin Institute to focus on Africa
Human rights advocates and tech leaders in Africa are launching new research into the continent’s growing Bitcoin usage to promote financial inclusion and push back against digital repression. Anaïse Kanimba, daughter of Rwandan activist Paul Rusesabagina, is leading the newly established Africa Bitcoin Institute.
AfriBit Launches Bitcoin Financial Inclusion Project in Kibera
AfriBit Africa, a Nairobi-based Bitcoin startup, has initiated a financial inclusion project in Kibera, one of Kenya’s largest informal settlements. Over 2,000 BitcoinBTC-2.48% transactions have been facilitated since the initiative began, offering residents an alternative to traditional banking systems, which remain largely inaccessible in the area.
Africa’s quiet Bitcoin revolution
Bitcoin adoption in Africa is growing fast as people use it for savings, remittances, and protection from inflation and currency instability. Unlike volatile altcoins, Bitcoin offers a secure, decentralized store of value and a reliable payment rail. Over $54 billion in activity has been recorded in Sub-Saharan Africa, driven by real economic needs, not speculation.
African Lightning Network Weekly Stats
Active Nodes
60 [ 0% ]
Total Capacity 
️1,372,538,434 [ 0.09%]
Total Channels
272 [ +0.09% 
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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 Graduate Program!
Are you a young, passionate Bitcoiner from Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe, or Ghana? This is your chance to launch your career in Bitcoin and make a real impact.
We’re looking for driven individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and help shape Africa’s Bitcoin future. If that sounds like you — or someone you know — don’t miss this opportunity. Help us spread the word on WhatsApp and Twitter to any young individuals you know who might be a great fit.
Bitcoin Job Opportunities
Full-Stack Developer — BlockRewards
Seeking a developer skilled in Rust, HTMX, relational databases, and Linux. Bitcoin experience and a passion for UX are key. Bonus if you’re comfortable with AI coding tools.
Director of Communications & Events — My First Bitcoin
Lead global brand strategy, media, and events for one of the top Bitcoin education orgs. Perfect for a mission-driven communicator who believes in open-source education.
UX Researcher — Fedi
Guide product strategy with insights from real users. Ideal for someone with 4+ years of mixed-methods UX research and a passion for empowering communities through Bitcoin and freedom tech.
Book Club Friday
Join us this Friday at 6 PM UTC on Discord as we continue When Money Destroys Nations by Philip Haslam and explore unstable money systems — and how Bitcoin offers a way out.
Upcoming Events
Dakar Bitcoin Days (Oct 29–31): Senegal’s biggest Bitcoin event returns for its third edition!
Africa Bitcoin Conference 2025: We’re headed to Mauritius! After the unforgettable 2024 edition, expect even bigger speakers, real conversations, and powerful Bitcoin energy.
Ongoing Community Meetups
BitDevs Joburg: Bi-monthly Socratic seminars in Johannesburg, diving into Bitcoin’s latest tech.
Bitcoin Loxion: Every Thursday at 18:00 in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. DM them on X to join.
BitcoinJHB: Trend talks and vibes every other week in Johannesburg.
Bitcoin Plett: Every Tuesday in Plettenberg Bay — come learn and network.
Bitcoin Watch Party
This Wednesday at 2 PM UTC, join us to watch one of Bitcoin’s most powerful stories. Grab your snacks, bring your thoughts, and let’s vibe together.
Africa is the fastest-growing region for Bitcoin adoption, but we’re still deeply misunderstood. The Great Bitcoiner Survey is our way of rewriting that story, with proof.
Thank you for helping make this a reality.
Let’s chart our ecosystem. Together.
Your Friends,
African Bitcoiners