Nairobi is set to host Adopting Bitcoin Nairobi 2026, a major conference that will bring together global Bitcoin enthusiasts and Kenyan regulators. The event highlights the growing grassroots Bitcoin economy in Kibera, a stark contrast to the government's developing regulatory framework for digital assets.

• Approximately 200 residents in Nairobi's Kibera settlement are already using Bitcoin for everyday purchases, facilitated by organizations like Afribit Africa.
• The conference, organized by Gorilla Sats, Afribit Kibera, and Trezor Academy, aims to bridge the gap between existing Bitcoin adoption and the upcoming Kenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers Act regulations.
• A field visit to Kibera on June 26 will offer regulators a firsthand look at how Bitcoin is used as a practical payment tool in underserved communities, potentially influencing the finalization of new licensing rules.