Lorraine Marcel
Founder at Bitcoin Dada
Marcel Lorraine Lorraine Marcel is a trailblazer in Africa’s fintech revolution, with over six years of dedicated experience in East Africa’s tech ecosystem. As the visionary founder of Bitcoin Dada, she has become a prominent voice in advancing financial empowerment and inclusion, particularly for African women.
Through Dada devs(a technical arm of Bitcoin DADA), she leads transformative programs tailored for African women developers and software engineers, equipping them with the skills to master Bitcoin and Lightning development. The initiative offers hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for open-source contributions, empowering participants to drive innovation and create impactful solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
Lorraine’s work transcends borders. A sought-after speaker at international conferences, she highlights the critical role of financial empowerment in addressing global inequalities. Her dynamic presence as a host of fintech events fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing among industry leaders and enthusiasts, bridging gaps and building networks that spark innovation.
Under her leadership, Bitcoin Dada has expanded to 11 African countries in just two years, garnering recognition from prestigious platforms such as Forbes and CoinDesk. Her efforts earned her the title of Most Impactful African Bitcoiner in 2024. Beyond her work with Bitcoin Dada, Lorraine partners with universities and fintech companies to advance financial education and innovation across Africa.
A relentless advocate for underrepresented communities, Lorraine was recognised as the most impactful African bitcoinner in 2024. She continues to inspire a new generation of African women to harness the power of Bitcoin and blockchain technology to transform their lives and communities.
