In this episode of Bitcoin Politics Weekly, host Frank Corva speaks with Rwandan activist Anaïse Kanimba. From her father’s kidnapping and imprisonment to her fight for freedom, Anaïse shares how Bitcoin became a lifeline for her family. She explains why Bitcoin matters for refugees, democracy movements, and communities across Africa. They also discuss the founding of the African Bitcoin Institute and its mission. Don’t miss this powerful story of resilience, human rights, and financial freedom.🔶 Connect with Frank Corva on X: https://x.com/frankcorva🔶 Connect with Anaïse Kanimba on X: https://x.com/anaisekanimba⭐ SIGN UP WITH DUELBITS TODAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO 2 BTC 👉 https://bm.b.tc/YT-Duelbits #ad00:00 - Introduction and Background of Anais Kanimba03:12 - Anais's Father's Story, Hotel Rwanda and Political Persecution in Rwanda07:31 - Explanation of Pegasus Spyware and Its Impact on Advocacy09:41 - Challenges of Financial Support and Introduction to Bitcoin11:22 - Anais's Growing Involvement with Bitcoin and Its Potential12:09 - Initial Skepticism and Understanding Bitcoin's Real Use Cases15:20 - Founding the African Bitcoin Institute and Its Mission20:36 - Challenges of African Bitcoin Research and Need for Local Voices20:37 - Rationale for a Pan-African Bitcoin Institute24:02 - Bitcoin's Practical Benefits and Use Cases in Africa29:07 - Challenges of Bitcoin Education and Scams29:37 - Political and Regulatory Landscape of Bitcoin in the United States32:38 - Importance of Education and Differentiating Bitcoin from Other Cryptos33:26 - Approach to Bitcoin Education and Adoption in Africa36:04 - Closing Remarks and Contact Information for African Bitcoin Institute#Bitcoin #HumanRights #Rwanda #AnaiseKanimba #FrankCorva #AfricanBitcoinInstitute #HotelRwanda #PaulRusesabagina #BitcoinPolitics #BitcoinMagazine #BitcoinAfrica #FreedomMoney #BitcoinActivism #FinancialFreedom #BitcoinForGood #BitcoinUnbanked #BitcoinRemittances #BitcoinEducation
