In Kenya, mobile money like M-Pesa and Airtel Money has taken over—sasa (now)—but if you’re curious about diving into cryptocurrency trading, Bitcoin is a solid choice among one of the deposit methods. Whether you want to spin slots or try your luck with online lotteries, here’s how to use Bitcoin alongside your usual KSh deposits.
Getting Your Cryptocurrency Wallet Ready
- Pick a reliable cryptocurrency wallet: Trust Wallet, Coinbase or a hardware wallet.
- Sign up, verify your email and secure your seed phrase.
- Link M-Pesa or Airtel Money to your wallet—many Kenyan exchanges accept mobile money.
- Buy Bitcoin: for example, KSh 1,030 will snag you roughly 0.0003 BTC (price varies).
Using Bitcoin Exchanges, ATMs and P2P
- Most folks go via a Bitcoin exchange: transfer BTC from your wallet to the exchange, then swap it for KSh.
- P2P platforms let you buy/sell directly with other users, paying out into your M-Pesa or Airtel Money account.
- Crypto ATMs pop up in Nairobi and Mombasa—just scan your wallet QR, insert cash and voilà, BTC lands in your wallet.
Depositing via Mobile and the Casino Site
- On your chosen casino site, click "Deposit" and pick Bitcoin.
- Enter the amount in BTC or KSh (e.g., KSh 5,000) and hit "Continue."
- Scan the on-screen QR code with your wallet or paste the address.
- Confirm the transaction. Most sites licensed by the BCLB process deposits instantly—no waiting for banks.
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