In April 2025, Bitcoiners from around the world gather in Douala, Cameroon, to converge for the conference Bitcoin Afrique (CBA), a groundbreaking event specializing in the adoption of Bitcoin in French-speaking African countries. I will.
This is not just another crypto or bitcoin event. This is an intensive and shocking gathering aimed at educating, empowering and connecting the French Bitcoin community, as ever.
Over 400 in-person participants are expected, and Digital Reach has surpassed 50,000 via social media platforms such as Facebook, X, YouTube and Tiktok. The conference represents an important milestone in Bitcoin adoption across French-speaking Africa.
But why is this event only in France and only in Bitcoin? And why are you hosting it in Douala, Cameroon? Let's explore.
Franc CFA: The legacy of economic dependence
To understand why Bitcoin adoption is gaining traction in French-speaking Africa, you need to first understand the controversial Franc CFA.
For decades, the system has hindered economic sovereignty, imposed high inflation and limited the financial policy independence of millions of people.
Unlike Africans who live in English-speaking African countries that often enjoy greater financial autonomy, Africans in French-speaking African countries prefer France's stability over African economic growth. It remains connected to the system.
This is where Bitcoin appears.
Bitcoin offers alternatives, including open, decentralized, and financial systems that withstand inflation and censorship. It allows individuals to control their wealth without relying on concentrated facilities or foreign influence.
Conference Bitcoin Afrique is dedicated to showing us how Bitcoin can help break these economic chains.
Why are there Bitcoin Conferences only in France?
Despite growing adoption of Bitcoin worldwide, French-speaking Africa remains underserved when it comes to Bitcoin conferences.
Most major Bitcoin conferences, educational resources, and businesses are English-centric, leaving millions of French-speaking Africans in the world's Bitcoin movement.
By turning the conference Bitcoin Afrique into a French-only conference, it dismantles the language barriers that have long hindered access to Bitcoin education and networking opportunities. This is not just a regional event, but a movement to establish French-speaking Africa as a major force in the world's Bitcoin economy.
For international companies and Bitcoin advocates, this is a unique opportunity to engage in untapped markets, create localized solutions, and build relationships with grassroots Bitcoiners who drive adoption on the ground.
Why only Bitcoin?
Unlike many crypto conferences that mix Bitcoin with thousands of altcoins and blockchain projects, Bitcoin Afrique in the conference is Bitcoin only. Here's why:
- Bitcoin is the only truly decentralized and censorable digital asset.
- It has the strongest network security and adoption globally.
- It is the best tool for financial sovereignty in Africa.
- It is not a guess, but coincides with long-term conservation of wealth.
African “crypto” stories are often contaminated by fraud, ponzies, and unreliable tokens. Many people have lost money chasing the hype and believe it's time to refocus on Bitcoin's core mission: economic freedom and economic empowerment.
At the Conference Bitcoin Afrique, attendees are not attacked with suspicious “investment opportunities” or flashy tech gimmicks. Instead, you will gain real insights, practical tools and networking opportunities to support the real adoption of Bitcoin.
It is worth noting that this is not the first Bitcoin-only meeting in the region. In fact, it draws inspiration from several pioneering events.
- Dakar Bitcoin Days in Senegal was the first Bitcoin conference held in French on the continent, setting a precedent for accessible and localized Bitcoin education.
- Nourou's efforts in two editions of Benin's Bitcoin Mastermind, hosted by Loic Kassamotto and Alphons Mehoume, and Dakar Bitcoin Days, all laid the foundation for what we aim to build.
- The Bitcoin Conference in Africa deserves mentioning its important contributions as an inspiration and benchmark.
With CBA, you can raise your collective voice as you are trying to create a larger Bitcoin education platform for the region.
Our long-term vision is to bring conference Bitcoin Africa in subsequent editions to various French-speaking countries, further expanding the reach and impact of Bitcoin education across Africa.
Why Douala, Cameroon?
Douala is Cameroon's economic capital, major trade hub and one of the region's most active Bitcoin cities.
Convening a meeting Bitcoin Afrique in Akwa, the city's central business district, is strategic for several reasons.
- Accessibility: Douala is well connected to other African cities and international locations.
- Growing Bitcoin Community: The city has been thriving with the Bitcoin scene, featuring active P2P trading, companies accepting Bitcoin, and grassroots education initiatives.
- Strategic location: Cameroon is located in the heart of French-speaking Africa and is an ideal meeting point for participants in West and Central Africa.
For global Bitcoin advocates, this is a unique opportunity to first-hand experience how Bitcoin is changing everyday life in French-speaking Africa.
Please participate
Bitcoiners, businesses and global stakeholders can support this initiative by purchasing tickets or sponsoring events.
Information about both is available from the conference website.
Conclusion: Call for Action
Conference Bitcoin Africa is more than just an event. It's movement. It aims to free French-speaking Africa from financial colonialism, educate the community about the power of Bitcoin, and connect international Bitcoiners with rapidly growing markets.
The time to act is now. Please join the doula from April 25th to 27th, 2025. Let's become a part of history.
This is a guest post by Nzonda Fotsing. The opinions expressed are entirely unique and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of BTC Inc or Bitcoin Magazine.