BitDevs Addis Ababa

Behind every active Bitcoin open‑source contributor is a system that helped them get there; one that helped them discover Bitcoin, develop the skills to work on it, and find a place within the open‑source ecosystem. Supporting that system across the Global Majority is what Btrust grants are designed to do. Developer grants support open‑source contributors working across the Bitcoin stack, from core protocol development to wallets, privacy tools, and user‑facing applications. Through funding and support, developers are able to focus on contributing to the software that powers the network. Education grants strengthen the pipeline of future contributors by supporting programs that introduce developers to the Bitcoin open‑source ecosystem. By funding these initiatives, the grants help expand access to Bitcoin development education and prepare more engineers to participate in open‑source work. Event grants support meetups, bootcamps, workshops, and conferences that create the spaces where developers meet, collaborate, and find their way into Bitcoin open‑source contribution.

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BitDevs Addis Ababa #2 luma.com/tal13bwe

Ready for round two? Join us for BitDevs Addis Ababa #02! May 28th at 6:00 PM at weVentureHub Come connect with builders, developers, and Bitcoin enthusiasts for an evening of discussion and learning. Monthly meetup supported by @Btrustteam Registration link below...

@tando_me @AfriBitcoinNews @StephTitcombe @btrustteam @btrust_builders @BitcoinNewsCom @EthiopianNewsA We had over 180 register to attend 👀 But we think the rain led to low turnout 🌧️

@AfriBitcoinNews @StephTitcombe @btrustteam @btrust_builders @BitDevsAddis @BitcoinNewsCom @EthiopianNewsA 75?!? GREAT turnout!

NEW: 🇪🇹 BitDevs Addis Ababa Holds Inaugural Meetup in Ethiopia. The event brought together 75 developers and Bitcoin enthusiasts for the community’s first-ever Socratic Seminar focused on Bitcoin’s technical ecosystem.🚀 Read More: bitcoinnews.africa/bitdevs-addis-…

Yesterday @BitDevsAddis 🇪🇹 hosted its inaugural meetup at weVenture Hub, bringing together 75 developers and Bitcoin enthusiasts for the community’s first Socratic Seminar. 🚀 The session featured a lively discussion, led by Yeabsra, exploring recent developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem. The level of engagement in the room made it clear that there is strong interest among developers in Addis to better understand Bitcoin from a technical perspective. If you're a developer in Addis Ababa curious about Bitcoin development, BitDevs Addis is building a local community where developers can connect, discuss Bitcoin’s technical developments, and discover resources, programs, and pathways that support getting started and contributing to the ecosystem. Join the community and attend the monthly meetups to be part of the conversation and connect with other builders in the ecosystem. A big thank you to @KalKassa, @hananext, and Yeabsra for getting the ball rolling. 🧡

Setting the stage for BitDevs Addis Ababa… Huge thanks @btrustteam for helping bring together Bitcoin developers, researchers, and enthusiasts for a Socratic Seminar. Looking forward to next month!

NEW: 🇪🇹 Addis Ababa joins an elite global network of technical hubs as BitDevs officially launches in Ethiopia. This inaugural event marks a shift for the local ecosystem, moving the conversation to the heart of Bitcoin protocol development.🚀 Read More: bitcoinnews.africa/bitdevs-addis-…

Welcome BitDevs Addis Ababa 🇪🇹🧡

Really glad to finally see this out in the world! Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with #BitDevs communities across Africa and seeing what it actually takes to build technical spaces that last, not just meetups, but real cultures of learning, openness, and collaboration. This playbook is an attempt to document those lessons in a practical, honest way: what works, what’s hard, and what organizers should think about if they’re serious about building credible, technical #Bitcoin spaces. It’s all in there. Thank you @ihate1999, @dzeg5, and @TChileta for shaping this first release! Also, to @btrustteam for backing the work and continuing to invest in long-term ecosystem building. If you care about open-source, learning-driven communities, or you’re thinking about starting (or improving) a BitDevs chapter, I hope this is genuinely useful. It’s fully open-source and meant to evolve. Contributions are welcome!

@btrustteam @KalKassa Thank you for supporting BitDevs Addis Ababa! 🇪🇹

Excited to support the first BitDevs meetup in Ethiopia 🇪🇹 Huge shoutout to @KalKassa and the entire team for making this possible. This is a big step toward building a Bitcoin developer ecosystem in the country. Follow @BitDevsAddis to stay in the loop on upcoming meetups and more. RSVP here: luma.com/tafunqff 🚀

BitDevs is coming to Addis Ababa!

Reserve your spot & get ticket: luma.com/tafunqff Join the community: t.me/bitdevsaddisab…

BitDevs Addis Ababa First pioneered in New York City, BitDevs is a global network of Bitcoin-only technical meetups that brings together developers, researchers, and enthusiasts who care deeply about Bitcoin and its future. Big Event – Thursday, April 23, 2026

WE ARE ALL SATOSHI

She Understands Bitcoin better than 99.99% of the world... In Africa

2025 was a defining year for Btrust. After several years of experimentation and learning alongside communities, this year marked the beginning of a more structured phase focused on strengthening the systems that support Bitcoin open‑source developers across the Global Majority. Here’s a look at what we built and learnt throughout the year: x.com/i/status/20422… 🧵