Powering Africa's Crypto Economy
Built to make crypto simple, accessible, and useful for everyday life.
Founded with a Simple Idea
In 2020, we asked a simple question: Why is crypto in Africa so complicated?
Confusing words. Little to no technical know-how. Complicated payment methods. Manual trading that feels stressful. So, we thought, there’s got to be a better way.
We built Bitoshi, your all-in-one crypto wallet app for Africa. One place to buy Bitcoin in Nigeria, trade crypto in Ghana, and manage your digital assets in Kenya. Our mission? To make crypto simple, practical, and fun, so you can spend less time figuring out wallets and more time building wealth. Crypto shouldn’t be a puzzle, it should just work.
Vision
To turn crypto confusion into financial clarity across Africa, making digital assets fast, simple, secure and useful. We see a world where buying Bitcoin in Nigeria, trading Ethereum in Ghana, or using crypto in Kenya isn’t a headache. Think of us as your crypto wingman, helping you trade, pay bills, and grow wealth, all from your pocket.
Mission
To make financial freedom with crypto a reality for every African with simple, secure, and practical crypto solutions that fit your life. Bitoshi is here to simplify crypto and supercharge your money moves.
Our core values
Trust & Security
Safeguarding user assets with industry-leading security and transparency.
Financial Inclusion
Bringing the crypto economy to every corner of Africa, leaving no one behind.
Simplicity
Making complex technology easy for everyone to use, regardless of their crypto knowledge.
Innovation
Constantly building better tools and features for the future of money in Africa.
Community-First
Building for and with the African crypto community, listening to our users' needs.
Our Impact
We saw users lost in limited ways to spend crypto. We made Bitoshi fast, intuitive, and yes, fun. Join thousands of Africans trading crypto smarter, faster, and better; Download BITOSHI today.
Milestones
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
Raised $800m in Series E funding
Launched Stays, to book travel, in EEA
Launched Expenses & QR codes for Businesses in EEA
People and Culture
Brains, Banter & Blockchain: Meet Our Humans
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
Timilehin Zubair
Chief Executive Officer
The Future Pays in Crypto
And In Africa, it is faster, safer, and way more fun than your old bank app
FAQ
Bitoshi is a financial technology platform dedicated to making cryptocurrency accessible and useful for everyone across Africa. We provide a suite of tools for trading, payments, and wealth management, all within a secure and user-friendly mobile application.
Our mission is to power Africa's crypto economy by building a bridge between traditional finance and the decentralized future. We aim to enable seamless transactions, promote financial inclusion, and help users grow their wealth through technology.
Bitoshi is currently available in several key African markets, including Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya, with rapid expansion plans for other regions. We focus on localized solutions that meet the specific needs of each market we serve.
Security is our top priority. We use industry-standard encryption, multi-sig wallets, and strict compliance protocols to protect your funds and personal information. Our platform is designed with multiple layers of defense to ensure a safe environment for all users.
Yes, Bitoshi operates in compliance with the relevant financial regulations in every jurisdiction where we offer our services. We work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and provide a legitimate, trust-based platform for our community.