Building a Bitcoin Circular Economy in Uganda
Bitcoin holds the power to transform lives by empowering the unbanked and providing a decentralized financial system that serves communities directly. In Uganda, we are bringing this vision to life by establishing a Bitcoin Circular Economy, starting in Kampala and Bugiri District.
Through Bitcoin Kampala, we are fostering financial inclusion, enabling local businesses to accept Bitcoin, and ensuring seamless transactions without reliance on traditional banking systems. One of our key initiatives, Save Starlight School, is using Bitcoin to sustain education for orphans, improving infrastructure, providing essential learning materials, and supporting daily meals for students and teachers.
Since March 2024 our bitcoin‑powered partnership has kept Starlight School in Bugiri District open, compliant and thriving. With the authorities satisfied, 115 orphaned children continue to learn in safety and dignity.
A story of hope and transformation - Part 1
What 1.47 BTC has accomplished
• Built four brand‑new bathrooms and began installing advanced sanitation systems.
• Purchased 80 sturdy desks and chairs, ending floor‑sitting forever.
• Paid teacher salaries entirely in bitcoin, and hired ten additional educators and support staff.
• Provide three nutritious meals every day through the Sats for Protein and Fruits for Sats programs.
• Launched liquid soap‑making training so children gain practical, income‑generating skills.
• Spotlighted on Forbes: Refugees In Uganda Turn To Bitcoin Due To National ID Restrictions
The next milestone – owning the school and keep it running for 2026
We are entering the final months of a two‑year purchase agreement with the current owner. Securing the deed will lock in every improvement we have made and guarantee uninterrupted education.
Price of the School: 260,000,000 UGX
Consultant and Government fees: 8,000,000 UGX + 10,000,000 UGX
Monthly Salaries and Food: 21,000,000 UGX
Other expenses: 10,000,000 UGX
Amount needed: 2 BTC
What comes after ownership
Fund a purpose‑built campus "Satsville" that can serve better the students, run on solar energy and feature science labs and a library. 12 BTC Needed
Convert today’s buildings into a community production centre making soap, reusable hygiene products and other goods that create local income. 2 BTC Needed
Operational Schedule
Immediate Actions (0-3 Months)
- Finalize the 2-year acquisition agreement with the current owner. (✅ 100%)
- Procure and install 100 desks and essential furniture. (⏳ 80% ready)
- Begin construction of advanced sanitation facilities. (✅ 100%)
- Hire 10 new qualified teachers and support staff. (✅ 100%)
- Launch the “Sats for Protein” and continue the “Fruits for Sats” nutritional programs. (✅ 100%)
- Commence the liquid soap-making training for children. (✅ 100%)
- Launch and promote the Bitcoin crowdfunding campaign to raise at least 1 BTC. (⏳ 92%)
Short-term Actions (3-6 Months)
- Complete the construction of 4 new classrooms and dormitories. (⏳ 30%)
- Install the Peanut husk removing machine in Bugiri town and orphanage premises. (✅ 100%)
- Purchase a maize mill to supplement the community’s food supply.
- Start training children in making & selling reusable sanitary towels. (⏳ 20
- Implement weekly Bitcoin education sessions for students and staff at the school.
- Set up and operate a grocery shop at the orphanage.
- Organize a 3-day orphanage children’s trip to Entebbe Zoo.
Medium-term Actions (6-12 Months)
- Continue enhancing educational resources and infrastructure.
- Complete full payment for Starlight Elementary School to secure long-term sustainability.
- Expand community engagement programs, including the grocery shop and peanut husk removal services.
- Repaint the whole school with Bitcoin branding after the acquisition is complete.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of educational and nutritional programs.
- Rent a learning center near Makerere University for Bitcoin education and meetups.
Long-term Actions (1-2 Years)
- Finish construction of all school buildings.
- Install a briquette cooking system to reduce firewood costs.
- Fund tuition for 15 secondary school students.
- Purchase scholastic materials for primary and secondary students.
- Introduce Bitcoin education sessions during the school holidays.
- Implement vocational training, producing 500 liters of soap every quarter.
- Scale up the chicken project, increasing egg production from 130 to 500+ per week.
- Add meat to children’s diets once a week for improved nutrition.
- Strengthen the Fruits for Sats & Eggs for Sats programs.
- Record the song “We Are the Children of Bitcoin” with Edith, Man Like Kweks, and Bronson.
Execution and Team Overview
Our crowdfunding campaign operates exclusively through a BtcPayServer hosted by Praia Bitcoin Brazil, accessible solely via savestarlightschool.org. This setup includes protection via a CloudFlare reverse proxy to ensure the highest security for your donations
- Official Donation Page: The campaign accepts contributions only through this dedicated page. We do not request donations via direct addresses or emails. Stay vigilant against impersonators and scammers attempting to exploit our campaign’s goodwill.
- Lightning Network Donations: Contributions made through the Lightning Network are instantly processed to a Blink Wallet specifically tied to our campaign.
- On-chain Donations: Direct blockchain contributions are securely transferred to a non-custodial wallet, personally managed by Brindon, ensuring a transparent process without any intermediaries.
Commitment to Transparency and Security
We are deeply committed to ensuring the integrity and security of the donation process. Our collaborative approach, combining Bitcoin Kampala's financial oversight with Praia Bitcoin Brazil's technical expertise, guarantees a reliable and transparent crowdfunding campaign.
For any inquiries or further information, please do not hesitate to contact us directly through our official communication channels.
Donors
If you're a Bitcoin company or an individual donor, donating over 0.01 BTC, and would like to have your logo/avatar listed in the Donors section, please get in touch via bitcoinkampala@gmail.com after you make a donation, with an invoice or a transaction ID, and a logo/avatar in .png (200 x 200 px).
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