Bitcoin Africa Story

PoW⚡️: Bullish from yesterday’s session! We kicked off Chapter 8 of the #Bitcoin Diploma with an introduction to the Lightning Network—covering how it works, the process of opening/closing channels, and the differences between lightning and on-chain transactions. We also broke down Lightning wallets (custodial vs. self-custodial, open-source vs. closed-source) and explored practical use cases with tools like nostr:nprofile1qqsdlpj77jpsf944q8htmzph0jg02g2xn4ru2wvhxq8zyk4trv5myeqpp5s8wumn8ghj7cnjvghxjmcppcs8wumn8ghj7mn0wvhxcmmvc9xarw, nostr:nprofile1qqsra2ey033mkdwl5w8q0jss9ak69zafh82xsuvhwsaauw3trkq2amgprpmhxue69uhkv6tvw3jhytnwdaehgu3wwa5kuef0qyghwumn8ghj7mn0wd68ytnhd9hx2tc7g996k, and nostr:nprofile1qqs22d4tralncqfnh2kmmarjkxk8449hwnk5xtqe3y5yry6hy7ytegqpp4mhxue69uhkyunz9e5k7tcpzemhxue69uhk2er9dchxummnw3ezumrpdejz7wt5kvh. The session wrapped up with a lively Q&A packed with great questions. Huge thanks to Tobe for leading and nostr:nprofile1qqsrn6mru8mwvypxjhmvx0nn57gs0v0wh78y06fh0ccezuhzj64dsxcprdmhxue69uhkvet9v3ejumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgtm5dah8jqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcfqnhvz for moderating! We’ll be back on Monday with hands-on exercises, including how to open and use Lightning wallets together with more practical. Can’t wait! #BitcoinAfricaStory #BitcoinEducation cc: nostr:nprofile1qqs0vzw43dp9x3v8drvm4udj326dld0ku6gdnxajwcxg8h36ssxrags952hav

Goal Update: Bitcoin Adoption 📢 We’re excited to share that we’ve reached 17% of our nostr:nprofile1qqstdhxam7rxw5586xjwscsdj24fqhp93kzsh7xvjg7nnhc7mlh9aecpzemhxw309ahx7um5wghxgetvda6x26eww34j7qg7waehxw309ajx2a3wdehhxarjwpkxz7t8wfhh2mny9e3k7mf0pe7r2q goal! 🌍 Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far — your support helps us expand Bitcoin education and drive real adoption 🙏🏽. We still have a long way to go, and every sat counts. 👇🏾 Please contribute or share to support the mission: https://geyser.fund/project/bitcoinafricastory/goals

Bitcoin is for everyone → even students are proving it. In our recent program, we brought Bitcoin to a summer school program, and it was worth it. 🎥 Student Reflections from our recent Program: Money, Savings & Bitcoin for Students 🎥 🗣️ “I learned the importance of money, savings, and Bitcoin.” 🗣️ “I learned that Bitcoin goes up and down — that is volatility.” 🗣️ “Nobody can cheat us of our money because of what we’ve been taught today.” This is why grassroots Bitcoin education matters: students are building financial literacy and learning to see money differently. 🌍⚡ We keep building. https://blossom.primal.net/be9f9c55942b3425f26d7f8ff93a9d35e0685789509dc59cd25d1ededbc77d22.mp4

Financial Literacy for Students 🌍 This Wednesday, September 3rd, Bitcoin Africa Story will host a pilot program at His Touch School this summer — introducing participating students to the basics of money and Bitcoin as a digital innovation. Why it Matters: ➣ Understanding how money works. ➣ Exploring digital innovations such as Bitcoin. ➣ Building financial literacy for informed choices. This pilot program is the first step in expanding financial literacy programs to more schools. And yes — it’s FREE 🚀 Because knowledge is the best investment students can make in themselves. 🚨Disclaimer: This program is for educational purposes only. cc: nostr:nprofile1qqsglefmxagcu0d7nw4jdkgj9ysqrk9cst0fg44hkz9kzhu39hyt7jsh9lfqf, nostr:nprofile1qqsvmqxje4aa4grz6sxqlwpsukzhaf44aav3f65kcj8s2ts6rx992ysqw37j2, nostr:nprofile1qqsynmt6nf4qa5ggrepz6rvcyurcmpl63fe0x4dyvkguptnullrufpqpz9mhxw309a6k6cnjv4kr5dpcxsuz7qgcwaehxw309a3hyetpw3ezumn0wd68ytnhd9hx2tcchff90, nostr:nprofile1qqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38spp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr3mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6vp39eukz6mfdphkumn99e3k7mg8flf32, nostr:nprofile1qqs0rxy6jmt44guxkny8z4pkym9mxckqxfytygxuntjn6l80hj409sgpzfmhxue69uhky6t5wd6xzcmt9eshquqpzamhxue69uhkxcfwdaexzmn8v4cxjmrv9ejx2ashehydu, nostr:nprofile1qqsdxhv2g0szv8ud2fl2ddrew6tvmz6vwn4qfxxpxd3lk7cnzz4pyqcnjwq9j

New Series: Alumni Proof-of-Work Spotlight 🔥 At Bitcoin Africa Story, we don’t just teach Bitcoin — we empower and inspire people to put knowledge into action. Our alumni are launching local projects, contributing to Bitcoin initiatives, deepening their own journeys, and doing amazing work across their communities. That’s why we’re introducing BAS Alumni PoW Spotlight (#BASAlumniPoW) 🧵 — a weekly thread highlighting the impact, projects, and stories of our alumni. Follow us and stay tuned for powerful stories from our community!⚡️

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 nostr:nprofile1qqsrn6mru8mwvypxjhmvx0nn57gs0v0wh78y06fh0ccezuhzj64dsxcprdmhxue69uhkvet9v3ejumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgtm5dah8jqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcfqnhvz and moderated by nostr:nprofile1qqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38spp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr3mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6vp39eukz6mfdphkumn99e3k7mg8flf32 It was an insightful discussion that deepened our understanding of why Bitcoin matters today. 🚀 Next class continues Monday — don’t miss it! #BullishForBitcoin #ProofOfWork cc: nostr:nprofile1qqs0vzw43dp9x3v8drvm4udj326dld0ku6gdnxajwcxg8h36ssxrags952hav

Yesterday I met with kester, Founder of Bitcoin Pidgin, and Bitcoin Anambra. We had great, insightful Bitcoin discussions. Big plans ahead ⚡

Proof-of-Work Friday 🔥 Money didn’t start with banks or paper. It has a much deeper story. Today, we continue the #BitcoinDiploma journey with Chapter 3: The History of Money, exploring how societies traded, why different forms of money failed, and how this path leads us to Bitcoin. 🪙⚡ Our alumni nostr:nprofile1qqsrn6mru8mwvypxjhmvx0nn57gs0v0wh78y06fh0ccezuhzj64dsxcprdmhxue69uhkvet9v3ejumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgtm5dah8jqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcfqnhvz will guide the session, co-hosted by nostr:nprofile1qqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38spp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr3mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6vp39eukz6mfdphkumn99e3k7mg8flf32. cc: nostr:nprofile1qqs0vzw43dp9x3v8drvm4udj326dld0ku6gdnxajwcxg8h36ssxrags952hav

PoW: We had an amazing session today discussing “What is Money?” We wrapped up Chapter 2 with lively engagement, thoughtful Q&A, and strong participation. Though nostr:nprofile1qyxhwumn8ghj7mn0wvhxcmmvqyw8wumn8ghj7mn0wd68ytfsxyh8jcttd95x7mnwv5hxxmmdqqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38s2sfntj couldn’t moderate at the start nostr:nprofile1qydhwumn8ghj7en9v4j8xtnwdaehgu3wvfskuep0w3hku7gpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqqyqu7kclp7mnpqf547mpnuua8jyrmrm4l3er7jdm7xxgh9c5k4tvpku203yk stepped up brilliantly, and Bosun gave an excellent presentation. Onward to a new Chapter, let’s keep learning and building together! cc: nostr:nprofile1qqs0vzw43dp9x3v8drvm4udj326dld0ku6gdnxajwcxg8h36ssxrags952hav

Proof-of-Work Wednesday 🔥 Today, we'll begin Chapter 2 of the #Bitcoin Diploma, where we will delve deep into "What is Money" and explore the definition, functions, and properties of money Our alumni Bosun will lead the session, co-hosted by nostr:nprofile1qqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38spp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr3mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6vp39eukz6mfdphkumn99e3k7mg8flf32

Cohort 5 has officially begun! 🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome a new wave of learners. With live stats from the Timechain calendar, Destiny kicked things off, walking everyone through the program setup, sharing key insights, and wrapping up with a fun, engaging Q&A. Shoutout to Tumelo for moderating the session. Grateful to everyone joining and supporting this journey! 🙌 cc: nostr:nprofile1qqs0vzw43dp9x3v8drvm4udj326dld0ku6gdnxajwcxg8h36ssxrags952hav

Proof-of-Work Monday 🔥 Our first orientation session is happening today! nostr:nprofile1qqsxcjczryejqljg3cez42yp4y7fzk4x44nnvtgddalycrs9hdlc38spp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr3mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6vp39eukz6mfdphkumn99e3k7mg8flf32 and nostr:nprofile1qqsrn6mru8mwvypxjhmvx0nn57gs0v0wh78y06fh0ccezuhzj64dsxcprdmhxue69uhkvet9v3ejumn0wd68ytnzv9hxgtm5dah8jqgdwaehxw309ahx7uewd3hkcfqnhvz will be setting the stage for an incredible 7-week journey into Bitcoin, covering what to expect, why Bitcoin matters, and more. Stay tuned for more updates. #BitcoinEducation

New Merchant Alert 🚨 We're excited to announce that Sonnie Grafiks now accepts Bitcoin for his graphics and printing services! We set him up on nostr:nprofile1qqsglefmxagcu0d7nw4jdkgj9ysqrk9cst0fg44hkz9kzhu39hyt7jsh9lfqf. His LN ⚡️: sonniegrafiks@blink.sv Let's support local adoption 🧡 We keep building! https://blossom.primal.net/7ad74703bcb257409ed656a8982bf6c107eeac5323e4a91fea4cac2ccff87f8c.mp4

🎙️ Our next guest is locked in for “The Impact of ₿itcoin on Your Life 𝕏 Space Series” Meet @MrlamilamiKosch — Oluwasegun Kosemani, a true builder in the Bitcoin space. He is the Founder of @Botmecash, Co-Founder of nostr:nprofile1qqs0hzmk47wdq7nv8rw4p3guzjry3d3yxa28rfcfv77ky4qdjkp3mts7f2qrw, and co-creator of "The Orange Sun Space", and also Naijabitcoin.org, Nigeria Women Bitcoin, and Bitcoin Village. ➠ JOIN US: 📅 Thursday, 21st August, 2025 ⏰ 4:00 PM WAT 🔔 Set your reminder: https://x.com/i/spaces/1nAKEEmRRpZKL This won’t just be a conversation about Bitcoin — it’s about his Bitcoin story. Be part of the movement. Follow nostr:nprofile1qqs0tmrphute79adfe4r3h8qdkdgqw3fz9244238x2ss53lmhft3jugpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr4mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6ur4vgh8wetvd3hhyer9wghxuet54xuy9a for more voices, more freedom stories, more impact.

How has #Bitcoin changed your life? Today, we’re opening the mic to YOU!🎙️ Join our X Space as we share real experiences, challenges & opportunities. ➣ Theme: The Impact of Bitcoin in Your Life ➣ Date: Tue, 19th Aug, 2025 ➣ Time: 4:00 PM WAT ➣ Format: Open Mic 🔗 Set your reminder here: https://x.com/i/spaces/1nAJEEmblPAJL

🚀 This is why we do what we do! Our mission at Bitcoin Africa Story is to equip Africans with the knowledge to understand and use Bitcoin. Seeing graduates like craftmarkBTC kickstart their Bitcoin journey through our program is proof that education works. 🧡 Too bad we don’t have a vehicle — it would’ve been epic to pay you in sats for your service. For anyone looking to connect with a Bitcoin automobile technician, here’s your guy! We’ll keep building, and we look forward to celebrating more wins with you in the ecosystem.

🚀COHORT 5 IS HERE – REGISTER NOW!🚀 ⏰Starts: 25th August | Time: 5 PM – 6 PM WAT 📅 Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday 💻 100% Online — Join from anywhere NO SIGN UP FEE. NO MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION. Just pure Bitcoin learning in our 7-week FREE Bitcoin Diploma Program by Bitcoin Africa Story in partnership with My First Bitcoin. 📲 3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER: 1️⃣ Click here: rb.gy/jluw8c 2️⃣ Scan the QR code on the flyer 3️⃣ DM us, and we’ll send you the link instantly ⚡YOU'LL GAIN: ➣ Bitcoin basics & real-world skills ➣ Certification & Bitcoin rewards ➣ Access to exclusive resources ➣ Join a growing Bitcoin community ➣ Understand why Bitcoin is shaping the future ➣ Discover how to start using it in your daily life — and much more. 📢 LIMITED SPOTS — JOIN NOW! 🤝 Know someone who should learn Bitcoin? Share this with them!

🎙️ Our fourth guest for “The Impact of ₿itcoin on Your Life” 𝕏 Space Series is confirmed! Meet RETSHEPILE — Retshepile, Founder of Bitcoin Sisonke, building a thriving ₿itcoin circular economy in a small South African community. As a @Bitcoin Africa Story alumni, he and his team are bringing Bitcoin to life for their people. 🧡 📅 Thursday, 14th August 2025 ⏰ 4 PM WAT 🔔 Set your reminder: https://x.com/i/spaces/1BRJjgzABqvxw Follow @Bitcoin Africa Story for updates and more inspiring guest reveals!

🎙️ Our third guest for “The Impact of ₿itcoin on Your Life 𝕏 Space Series” is locked in! Meet — Hermann Vivier, Founder of nostr:nprofile1qqsptpha27kgrdnpw7cqs7ascrayvheshxy4jjwgjd5rdmz7dngnzvspg3mhxw309ashvaf4wcmxjdmnxauh5dmddp3xzat9wdmhga34deaxjen8wf58z6tfvvm8vutkdp3hydm4vdkkgumxxfaxs6rnd9jzummwd9hkutcpp4mhxue69uhkyunz9e5k7tctzvhng building a ₿itcoin circular economy in Mossel Bay, South Africa, and Co-Founder of The Surfer Kids, a youth empowerment non-profit using surfing and Bitcoin to create lasting change. JOIN US: 📅 Thursday, 12th August, 2025 ⏰ 4:00 PM WAT 🔔 Set your reminder now: https://x.com/i/spaces/1MnxnwPPdbMKO Follow nostr:nprofile1qqs0tmrphute79adfe4r3h8qdkdgqw3fz9244238x2ss53lmhft3jugpp4mhxue69uhkummn9ekx7mqpr4mhxue69uhkummnw3ez6ur4vgh8wetvd3hhyer9wghxuet54xuy9a for updates and more inspiring guest drops!

When you understand Bitcoin, you understand freedom. 👇🏾 Learning Bitcoin is your first step toward financial independence and self-sovereignty. Join our free online program and gain the skills to use Bitcoin with confidence. 🔗 Register for our upcoming Bitcoin Diploma cohort here: rb.gy/jluw8c