Empowering African Communities
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At Afribit, our mission is to empower underserved communities by providing the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in a global, decentralized economy through Bitcoin adoption and by promoting a Bitcoin circular economy.

Impact at a Glance

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Our vision isn't theory — it's already happening. Kibera's circular Bitcoin economy is making everyday life better for those who need it most. From upcycling to boda riders to recycling rewards, here's a snapshot of our grassroots impact.

Youth and women trained, earning via upcycling

Boda-boda riders fully licensed and financially active

Bitcoin transactions made in Kibera

Total merchants in the community

Why Start in Kibera?

Why Kibera needs Bitcoin

The Challenge

Kibera is a vibrant hub of entrepreneurial energy. Yet nearly 80% of its residents are unbanked — cut off from savings, credit, and digital finance.

Through Afribit, Bitcoin becomes more than just currency; it becomes a tool for empowerment. With no need for documentation or bank approval, locals can now save, spend, and earn securely.

"In a place where even a few satoshis can buy a meal or fund a school fee, Bitcoin is freedom — real, borderless, and owned by the people."

Our Approach

We don't drop solutions from the top — we grow them from the ground. Our work in Kibera focuses on equipping everyday people with tools to earn, trade, and thrive using Bitcoin.

Mama mbogas and upcyclers

Boda riders and recycling crews

Waste turned into income

Training that actually empowers

"It's not charity — it's a working model of circular empowerment, powered by the people."

Over 2,000 Bitcoin transactions completed in Kibera's Circular Economy!

How We Build Circular Resilience

Financial freedom, environmental stewardship, and community resilience — powered by sats

Micro-Merchants & Traders

Empowering local merchants to accept Bitcoin payments, building a thriving circular economy from the ground up.

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Women's Upcycling Collective

Training women to create valuable products from waste materials, earning Bitcoin while protecting the environment.

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Waste Incentives Program

Rewarding community members with Bitcoin for collecting and recycling waste, creating a cleaner Kibera.

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Boda-Boda "Ride to Freedom"

Providing motorcycle riders with Bitcoin microloans for licensing, insurance, and financial independence.

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Community Success Stories

Hear from real people whose lives have been transformed by Bitcoin

Our Partners

Collaborating with organizations that share our vision for Bitcoin adoption

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Privacy & Security

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Stories From the Heart of the Bitcoin Movement

Major news outlets from around the world have covered Afribit's groundbreaking work in Kibera

BBC News

In Kibera, located in Kenya's capital, some roadside vegetable stands are accepting an unconventional form of payment

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AP News

Bitcoin adoption in Africa's largest informal settlement

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ABC News

Could cryptocurrency help Africa's biggest slum?

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Firstpost

Bitcoin circular economy transforming lives in Kibera

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Associated Press

Financial inclusion through Bitcoin in Kenya

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Joe Nakamoto

I spent a day using Bitcoin as money in Africa

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Afribit and how Bitcoin is transforming Kibera

Afribit is a grassroots organization building a Bitcoin circular economy in Kibera, one of Africa's largest informal settlements. We leverage Bitcoin to create financial inclusion, environmental stewardship, and community resilience through education, waste management, micro-loans, and merchant onboarding.

Bitcoin offers true financial sovereignty without the need for bank accounts or documentation—critical in a community where 80% are unbanked. It's borderless, transparent, and can't be censored. Unlike mobile money, Bitcoin allows locals to save, earn, and transact without intermediaries taking fees or controlling their funds.

Residents earn Bitcoin through multiple programs: collecting waste and receiving satoshi rewards, running Bitcoin-accepting businesses, participating in upcycling workshops with weekly stipends, completing driving classes as boda-boda riders, and attending Bitcoin education meetups.

It's a self-sustaining loop: residents earn sats through work (waste collection, upcycling, merchant sales), then spend those sats at local merchants who also accept Bitcoin. This keeps value circulating within the community, building local wealth instead of extracting it.

Your contribution supports five key initiatives: Bitcoin Education (training 500 community ambassadors), Boda-Boda Compliance (licensing and training riders), Waste Management Expansion (Bitcoin-incentivized recycling), Upcycling & Women's Empowerment (sponsoring micro-entrepreneurs), and Business Accelerator (micro-loans for local enterprises).

All donations are anonymous by default for maximum privacy. To claim your perk, email ronnie@afribit.africa with your Transaction ID or a screenshot of your paid invoice, plus the name/logo you'd like to be recognized with. We'll verify and deliver your perks within two weeks.

Yes! All donations through our BTCPay Server crowdfund page can be paid with Bitcoin (on-chain or Lightning Network), ensuring your contribution goes directly to our programs without intermediaries.

We publish regular impact reports showing exactly how funds are used. Bitcoin's transparent blockchain means every transaction is verifiable. We're also listed on BTC Map, Geyser Fund, and partnered with Bitcoin Confederation for accountability.

We've completed over 2,000 Bitcoin transactions in Kibera, trained 120+ youth and women, onboarded 150+ merchants, licensed 7+ boda-boda riders, and run 5 active programs. Every contribution creates measurable, lasting impact.

You can volunteer remotely, share our story on social media, connect us with Bitcoin companies for partnerships, sponsor specific equipment or training cohorts, or visit Kibera to see the impact firsthand. Contact us at ronnie@afribit.africa to discuss opportunities.

Still have questions?

Our team is here to help!

Email:connect@afribit.africa

We typically respond within 24-48 hours

2026 Vision

Strategic Goals 2026

Building sustainable circular economy models and empowering communities through Bitcoin

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Expand Upcycling Enterprise

Train and empower 80+ beneficiaries, broaden the range of upcycled products, and reinvest 40% of all revenue back into the enterprise to strengthen long-term sustainability.

Strengthen Waste Management

Grow waste-management revenue by 60% while channeling 20% of profits directly into a shared Bitcoin community treasury for collective resilience.

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Monthly Bitcoin Education

Deliver four high-impact workshops every month, ensuring consistent community learning and onboarding into the Bitcoin economy.

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Merchant Accelerator Program

Equip existing merchants with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to integrate Bitcoin seamlessly into their daily business operations.

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Bitcoin Ambassadors Network

Develop and mentor 12 trained Bitcoin Ambassadors who will extend knowledge, support, and replication of circular economy models in other communities.

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