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About Us

What we do and why

Over 1.7 million refugees in Uganda struggle to make ends meet on a daily basis, refugee support remains limited. The Bitcoin Innovation Hub was started to assist these refugees with more opportunities, resources, job training and placement, and to prevent further human trafficking of migrants in seeking better lives. Our team, comprised of refugees, strives to strengthen our commitment and connection to those we serve.

Meet the Team
This image is a statistic, which shows the total number of refugees recorded in Uganda and where they are from. As of 2024 there are 1.7 million refugees from the following countries: Congo, Burundi, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Sudan

Mission

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower individuals, businesses, and communities across the region to harness the transformative potential of Bitcoin.

Vision

Our Vision

At the Bitcoin Innovation Hub, we envision a future where Bitcoin serves as a catalyst for financial empowerment, economic growth, and technological advancement across Uganda and beyond. Our vision is built on the following pillars:

01

Financial Inclusion for All

We strive to make Bitcoin accessible to individuals and businesses, enabling them to participate in a borderless, decentralized financial system.

02

A Thriving Bitcoin Ecosystem

We aim to foster innovation by supporting startups, developers, and entrepreneurs in building Bitcoin-based solutions that drive economic progress.

03

Education & Awareness

We are committed to demystifying Bitcoin through workshops, training, and community engagement, ensuring that people understand and leverage its benefits safely and effectively.

04

Business & Commerce Integration

We envision a future where businesses seamlessly adopt Bitcoin for payments, savings, and investment, unlocking new opportunities in the digital economy.

05

A Hub for Collaboration & Innovation

As a center of excellence, we will connect local and global experts, investors, and thought leaders to shape the future of Bitcoin in Africa.

We are dedicated to driving financial freedom and technological progress.

Team

Our Team

Our dedicated staff and faculty are committed to advancing education and innovation in the Bitcoin space. They drive our mission to empower communities and shape the future of decentralized technologies.

Meron Estefanos

Meron Estefanos

Founder

Pauloes Berhe

Pauloes Berhe

Chief Executive Officer

Mohammed Okasha

Mohammed Okasha

Head of Engineering

Ola Atif

Ola Atif

Secretary & Educator - English

Gloria Ayena

Gloria Ayena

Educator - Tailoring

Maureen Ayebale

Maureen Ayebale

Educator - Hair & Make Up

Yohannes Amanuel

Yohannes Amanuel

Software Engineer & Educator - Bitcoin

Betiel Arefaine

Betiel Arefaine

Social Media Manager & Admin Assistant

Samir Ibrahim

Samir Ibrahim

Sr Software Engineer

Partners

Our Partners

Our partners are essential to our continued growth and shared success. Through collaboration, we create mutually beneficial relationships that drive innovation, expand reach, and deliver greater value to our community.

Start SmallHuman Rights FoundationHRF Financial FreedomMIT Media LabMIT Digital Currency InitiativeSphinx ChatStakwork

Careers

Build with us

Join a diverse, innovative team shaping the future of fintech education in Africa. Bring your expertise and creativity to a fast-paced, mission driven company where your contributions matter.

Careers
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