Bitcoin Is Inevitable

Discover how Lorraine Marcel and Bitcoin Dada are empowering African women through Bitcoin education, financial literacy, and open-source development. Learn why Bitcoin is inevitable and how it's transforming lives across Africa.

Bitcoin is more than an investment—it’s a tool for financial sovereignty, empowerment, and revolution. While much of the global Bitcoin conversation revolves around ETFs, billion-dollar investments, and institutional adoption, we must remember why Bitcoin was created in the first place. Bitcoin wasn’t built to enrich the already wealthy—it was designed to give financial freedom to those who have been excluded from the system for too long.

This is why voices from regions like Latin America and Africa are so important. In these areas, where inflation, unstable banking systems, and economic restrictions are a daily reality, Bitcoin isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

In this episode of The Bitcoin Libertarian podcast, we had the honor of speaking with Lorraine Marcel, the founder of Bitcoin Dada, an organization dedicated to empowering African women through Bitcoin education and Lightning development. Lorraine’s mission is clear: to provide hands-on training, mentorship, and open-source opportunities that enable African women to take charge of their financial futures.

With her work spanning 11 African countries, recognition from Forbes and CoinDesk, and the title of Most Impactful African Bitcoiner in 2024, Lorraine is leading a movement that is transforming lives across the continent.

Let’s dive into her journey, the mission of Bitcoin Dada, and why Bitcoin is inevitable.

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Bitcoin’s True Purpose: A Tool for Financial Freedom

In a world where central banks print money endlessly, where governments devalue their own currencies, and where financial exclusion keeps millions locked out of the global economy, Bitcoin offers an alternative.

Lorraine Marcel understands this firsthand. As someone from Kenya, a country facing monetary instability, inflation, and banking limitations, she sees Bitcoin as a tool for real-world change—not just for speculation, but for survival and empowerment.

“Bitcoin wasn’t created to make rich people richer,” she says. “It was created to free people. To give banking access to those who have none. To empower the unbanked.”

Her work with Bitcoin Dada aims to educate and onboard African women into the Bitcoin ecosystem, ensuring they are not left behind in the financial revolution.

Lorraine Marcel’s Bitcoin Journey

Lorraine’s path to Bitcoin wasn’t straightforward. She studied Banking and Finance in college but quickly realized that traditional employment wouldn’t give her the financial freedom she desired.

After leaving her job, she started an events management company in Kenya. This decision eventually led her to organize an event for a crypto company, which exposed her to the concept of decentralized finance.

Like many, she initially entered the shitcoin casino, investing in various altcoins before realizing that Bitcoin was the only real solution.

Her true Bitcoin awakening happened in 2020, when she attended her first Bitcoin meetup in Kenya, hosted by the well-known Bitcoin advocate Paco de la India (Run with Bitcoin).

“The energy in that room changed everything for me,” she recalls. “I went in as a curious event organizer and came out as a Bitcoiner.”

By 2021, she had gone all-in on Bitcoin, leaving altcoins behind and dedicating herself to Bitcoin education and advocacy.

The Birth of Bitcoin Dada

Bitcoin Dada, meaning “Sister” in Swahili, was founded in May 2022 with a simple mission: create a safe space for African women to learn about Bitcoin.

Why focus on women? Because financial education and access to banking services are even more limited for African women than for men.

“When I started my Bitcoin journey, I looked around and saw almost no African women in the space,” Lorraine explains. “I knew I had to change that.”

Bitcoin Dada provides:

  • Financial education (understanding money, inflation, and Bitcoin)

  • Bitcoin fundamentals (self-custody, Lightning, and practical usage)

  • Mentorship and networking (connecting women with job opportunities in Bitcoin and tech)

Since its launch, Bitcoin Dada has expanded to 11 African countries, training over 600 women and helping many secure jobs in Bitcoin companies.

Why Financial Education is Key

Many people don’t understand money—and that’s by design.

“The system is built to keep people ignorant,” Lorraine says. “If you don’t understand inflation, devaluation, or how banks exploit you, you will always be at their mercy.”

Bitcoin Dada starts by teaching financial literacy, ensuring that women understand the problem before they embrace the solution.

Many of her students come from backgrounds where:

  • Traditional banking is inaccessible

  • Inflation destroys their savings

  • They rely on informal savings groups

For them, Bitcoin isn’t an investment—it’s a necessity.

Bitcoin Adoption in Africa: The Reality on the Ground

Bitcoin adoption is growing rapidly in Africa, fueled by:

  • Weak local currencies

  • Cross-border payment challenges

  • Remittance needs

Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa are leading the charge. However, education is still the biggest barrier. Many people fall victim to scams before they learn about real Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Dada is changing that by providing trusted, high-quality education.

The Role of Women in the Bitcoin Revolution

Women make up over 50% of Africa’s population, yet financial opportunities are disproportionately limited.

By giving women access to Bitcoin education and job opportunities, Bitcoin Dada is breaking generational cycles of poverty and creating wealth that can be passed down.

Challenges, Milestones, and Future Goals

Challenges:

  • Limited funding: Bitcoin Dada operates as a nonprofit and relies on grants.

  • Shitcoin scams: Many women are misled by Ponzi schemes before discovering real Bitcoin.

  • Language barriers: Expanding into French-speaking African countries has been difficult.

Milestones:

  • Trained over 600 women in 11 African countries.

  • Launched a Bitcoin developer program (Dada Devs).

  • Secured grants from the Human Rights Foundation (HRF).

Future Goals:

  • Onboard 10,000 women in 2025.

  • Expand into Francophone Africa.

  • Launch a self-paced online learning platform.

Conclusion

Bitcoin is inevitable. The world is waking up to its power, but in Africa, Bitcoin isn’t just a theoretical solution—it’s a daily necessity.

Lorraine Marcel and Bitcoin Dada are leading the charge, proving that Bitcoin is more than a speculative asset. It’s a tool for empowerment, financial sovereignty, and freedom.

As Bitcoin adoption continues to grow, those who embrace it now will be the ones who thrive.

FAQs

What is Bitcoin Dada?

Bitcoin Dada is an organization dedicated to educating and empowering African women through Bitcoin education, mentorship, and open-source development opportunities.

Why focus on women?

Women face higher financial exclusion in Africa, and Bitcoin provides them with a path to financial freedom.

How can I support Bitcoin Dada?

Visit btcdata.com or follow them on X (Twitter) @BTCdada to donate or volunteer.

How can African women join the program?

Applications are open on the Bitcoin Dada website.

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