Arweave TX
Once upon a time in 2010, a Florida man did what every African mum warns us about: he wasted good money on junk food.
But this wasn't just any junk food. It was two large Papa John's pizzas. Not nyama choma. Not mukimo. Not even a full goat. Just pizza. Flatbread with attitude.
And what did he use to pay? Not dollars. Not Kenyan shillings. No, our guy used 10,000 bitcoins.
Yes, TEN. THOUSAND. BTC, yawa!
Back then, 10,000 BTC was worth about $41. That’s like buying pizza today with a sambaza ya bundles. But fast forward to now — that same Bitcoin stash is worth over $600 million (or approximately all the boda bodas in East Africa and half of Nairobi real estate).
Imagine buying two pizzas in 2010, and by 2025, you realize you could’ve bought the whole pizza chain. No, you could've franchised it across Africa, rebranded it as Papa Juma's, and served sukuma sausage pizzas from Kisumu to Kigali.
Now every May 22nd, the crypto world gathers to laugh, cry, and silently judge Laszlo Hanyecz — the man who made that infamous trade. But in Africa, we celebrate it a bit differently:
“Hii ni kama SportPesa ama ni pyramid scheme ingine?”
Which, let’s be honest, is true.
Africa, this isn’t about pizza. This is about vision, hustle, and being a little bit crazy when the world thinks you're mad. That man spent 10,000 BTC for two pizzas... and in doing so, started a movement.
A movement that’s now building schools, funding startups, changing how we send money across borders — and occasionally, helping us buy more pizza (though this time, it's crypto-powered, not crypto-regret).
Buy a slice of pizza – whether it's from Domino’s or from Mama Wanjiru’s "Pizza na Ugali" stand.
Learn something about Bitcoin – maybe this time, you won’t wait until it's too late.
Laugh, but invest wisely – Because in Africa, we say “Mchumia juani, hulia kivulini.” But Laszlo... Laszlo ordered pizza in the sun and ate in the shadow of billions.
Bitcoin Pizza Day reminds us of two things:
One: That early adopters aren’t crazy — they’re just on future time.
Two: Never underestimate what your airtime, pocket change, or even your next plate of chips may be worth tomorrow.
So next time someone offers you 10,000 of anything for food, maybe... just maybe... don’t be so quick to say “yes.”
BuildaDAO is on a mission to celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day in style, right here in Africa!
Imagine the joy of a delicious pizza in hand, as we combine a love for great food with the power of blockchain technology. We’re bringing people together to celebrate Bitcoin's journey—from a meme to a global financial revolution. With a hearty meal and some insightful blockchain chats, we'll elevate both your taste buds and your tech knowledge.
It’s not just about the pizza; it's about building a community that thrives on innovation and fun. Get ready for a Happy Bitcoin Pizza Day that brings both the tummy and the blockchain together, sparking conversations that could shape the future!
Want to be a part of it? Stay tuned for more details!
Fabian Owuor