Bitcoin Africa Story

PoW Recap⚡ Yesterday’s class was a success as we delve into the origins and evolution of money from the early beginnings.

We explored: 🔹 An introduction to the history of money 🔹 Barter system activities and its limitations 🔹 The shift from early forms of money to modern currencies 🔹 The transition from sound to unsound money 🔹 The Bretton Woods system & the Nixon shock

All this was unpacked within just one hour — capped off with an engaging Q&A session, brilliantly led by

and moderated by

It was an insightful discussion that deepened our understanding of why Bitcoin matters today.

🚀 Next class continues Monday — don’t miss it!

#BullishForBitcoin #ProofOfWork

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🚨 WE BOUGHT OUR FIRST DOMAIN WITH BITCOIN! 🌐⚡

➤ No banks ➤ No stress ➤ Just #Bitcoin via the Lightning Network

We used Namecheap and funded it with Bitcoin through Bitpay.

Generated a Lightning invoice via

and paid instantly using

. ⚡ (On-chain via

was also available — but Lightning felt right.) 🧡

The moment + the feeling? Captured right here 🎥 📺 Watch how it happened:

This is Bitcoin being used as money — simple, fast, and borderless. If you value practical use cases like this, feel free to zap ⚡, we’ve got more coming.

#BitcoinAfrica #LightningNetwork #UseBitcoin #ProofOfWork

🎙️ Episode 2 of Bitcoin and Your Life W/ @Bitcoin for sports and fitness

When system failures left him stranded as a student in Nigeria, Blaise knew there had to be a better way ✊

⚡️His discovery of Bitcoin didn’t just change how he transacts—it reshaped his purpose, his career, and his outlook on life.

From trading gift cards to launching a fitness + Bitcoin education project BitFitness, Blaise's story is proof-of-work in action‼️

Join us as Blaise takes us through his powerful journey—from discovering Bitcoin to turning it into a tool for sovereignty, impact, and a purpose-driven, healthier life.

🗓️ Date: 8th of May, 2025 🕓 Time: 4 PM WAT 📍 Live on Twitter (X): https://x.com/story_bitcoin/status/1920210690016751685

⚡ Read Blaise’s full journey: https://x.com/story_bitcoin/status/1872889703675867503

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BITCOIN AFRICA STORY TURNS 1!🥳

One year ago, we set out on a mission—to educate, empower, and drive Bitcoin adoption across Africa. Today, we celebrate a year of relentless Proof-of-Work!

HERE ARE SOME OF WHAT WE'VE BEING ABLE TO ACHIEVE IN A YEAR:

➡️ Introduced new people to Bitcoin through our physical activities, Bitcoin Diploma cohorts, educational content, and dedicated efforts.

➡️ Hosted our first physical Bitcoin meetup.

➡️ Made awesome Bitcoin Friends.

➡️ Created Bitcoin content and tutorials on Bitcoin wallets, and game (

, Electrum Wallet,

& more).

➡️ Spoke at a Bitcoin Conference in Nigeria (Naija Bitcoin Conference) where we shared insights on our efforts and also shared Bitcoin stickers gifted to us by

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➡️ Orange-pilled strangers, shop owners & even spoke in church on Bitcoin.

➡️ Took Bitcoin to the streets of Lagos, Ikorodu, by randomly introducing Bitcoin to the people.

➡️ Became a LIGHT NODE with nostr:npub17cyatz6z2dzcw6xehtcm9z45m76lde5smxdmyasvs00r4pqv863qrs4ml3 and launched our online Bitcoin Diploma Program.

➡️ Graduated 20 Bitcoiners into the ecosystem and expect to welcome more.

➡️ Ran 2 successful online Bitcoin Diploma cohorts, are currently running one, and expect to run more.

➡️ Built a growing Alumni network for our graduates, where we aim to offer mentorship, support their Bitcoin journey by sharing resources, and host monthly sessions with expert speakers to provide deep insights as we plan bigger opportunities for them.

➡️ Inspired and contributed to the efforts of RETSHEPILE, an alumnus of our cohort, and his team in building a Bitcoin-only project in South Africa called Bitcoin Sisonke.

➡️ Collaborated with amazing Bitcoin education initiatives—including nostr:npub1ghhhgrrlqkekma85tgpy6wauczlt9m4gtdnyqt7a49jx2e3p0hwsrmvnj2, nostr:npub1w7lv3g20srey0pqzu3kqmcaqlgzmkvmgpnqvajtj85d2nzl6kjjsjw85pa, nostr:npub1mjmaggp53xan2435wdse8ts06pzfcjejfex4pxasu67kxs5hqdpsyk7hx8, nostr:npub1gw3zhc5r5a7jfgl6yx8qv0nc9kset5ddkrka229c3tym5xltehlq58m7mm, nostr:npub1v8lrnvsxkj3gkyygx5ru97tceljlycnm0r88k4wyafa8devd9m4qgsz42g, nostr:npub1eg59l0mdz29d7srvg9kr8g76lspy9effny25qp425sl2mhcqfmeqqrpnw6 Birkan, & more—to educate alongside us in our Bitcoin Diploma Programs and empower our learners.

And many more achievements we might have forgotten to mention out of excitement! 🥳

This is just the beginning! Thank you to everyone who has supported us in one way or another, including through our nostr:npub1kmwdmhuxvafg05dyap3qmy42jpwztrv9p0uvey3a8803ahlwtmnsnhxqk9 and to everyone who has learned and grown with us.

Bitcoin is the future.

We look forward to achieving even more, and your support will help keep the momentum going!

Every contribution fuels our mission, allowing us to scale our impact and onboard more people into Bitcoin. Support our work through GEYSER and be part of building a financially sovereign movement!

Donate here: https://geyser.fund/project/bitcoinafricastory

#BitcoinAfricaStory #BitcoinEducation #ProofOfWork #Bitcoin

Weekly Proof-of-Work ⚡️

This week, we continued our mission to educate, empower, and expand Bitcoin adoption. Here's ’s everything we accomplished!

1.)- We hosted three online Bitcoin Diploma sessions this week: 📅 Monday – Orientation Session 📅 Wednesday – What is Money? (Part 1) 📅 Friday – What is Money? (Part 2)

But we didn’t stop there! 🎥 sessions are recorded and available on YouTube:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ5JuZ_wA0bLT6FLJyUKYSH03KCz444A-&si=kN4tFCH4RMxclRgy

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2.)- We hosted another insightful session with Gbenga, the Business Developer at

📅 Thursday – An Introduction to Nostr (Alumni Special)

We also recorded the session so everyone can reference it and learn more about Nostr. 🎥 🔗

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This week, we made great strides in Bitcoin education and community building:

✅ Hosted 3 Bitcoin Diploma sessions ✅ Held an Alumni Special Session on Nostr ✅ Recorded & uploaded sessions for easy access

We keep pushing forward! 🌍⚡

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Let’s keep building! 🚀⚡

To stay updated on our recorded sessions and other Bitcoin video content, subscribe to our YouTube channel:

https://youtube.com/@bitcoinafricastory

Support our mission as a non-profit via Lightning on

:

https://geyser.fund/project/bitcoinafricastory

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#ProofOfWork #BitcoinAfricaStory

PoW ⚡️: Seeing our alumni step up and share their knowledge with the new cohort is what Bitcoin education is all about!

Yesterday, our guest tutor and alumni Mary, led an engaging session wrapping up Chapter 2 of the #Bitcoin Diploma, breaking down key concepts with clarity and passion.

We’re excited about the progress our students are making!

A big shout-out to everyone who showed up despite yesterday’s Valentine’s celebration! Your dedication and enthusiasm are truly unstoppable, & we’re incredibly proud of each one of you.

The session was cohosted by

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#ProofOfWork #BitcoinAfricaStory