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๐ŸŒPROJECT SPOTLIGHT: Bitcoin Benin

๐Ÿ“ Location: Benin Republic ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฏ

About:
Bitcoin Benin is the leading community advancing healthy, practical Bitcoin adoption in Benin and across Francophone West Africa. The project focuses exclusively on Bitcoin, emphasizing fundamentals, security, self-custody, Lightning Network, real-world use cases like savings and payments, and local builder support.

Key Objectives:
๐Ÿ”ท Make Bitcoin education accessible nationwide through free, multi-city Bitcoin School tours and regular meetups that cover fundamentals, security, and everyday use.

๐Ÿ”ท Build a stronger, connected local Bitcoin community with open monthly gatherings, online channels (Telegram, WhatsApp), and a physical Hub for collaboration.

๐Ÿ”ท Create dedicated spaces for technical learning and discussion via BitDevs sessions on topics like wallets, BIPs, Lightning, and developer tools.

๐Ÿ”ท Support developers, students, and new Bitcoin builders with workshops, incubators, and hands-on opportunities to contribute to the ecosystem.

๐Ÿ”ท Encourage practical Bitcoin use and adoption by helping merchants accept payments, promoting self-custody, and linking education to real-world applications like remittances and savings

Connect with Bitcoin Benin:
X handle: @BitcoinBenin

Website: https://www.bitcoinbenin.org/

๐Ÿ‘‡ Explore more African Bitcoin initiatives on the live directory:
https://directory.bitcoiners.africa

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The free multi-city school tours sound like a good doorway for beginners. What lesson or activity helps new learners feel ready to join the monthly gatherings afterward?