Bitchat Goes Viral: Search and Download Surge in Uganda

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Interest in Bitchat has surged dramatically inside Uganda. Google Trends data shows searches for “Bitchat” jumping from near zero to peak levels, with queries like “Bitchat APK download” flagged as breakout topics. Downloads have crossed hundreds of thousands globally, with a sharp uptick in the days following Wine’s call.

Uganda isn’t the first case. Similar spikes occurred during protests in Madagascar, Nepal, and Indonesia, suggesting a pattern: when connectivity feels threatened, demand for decentralized communication tools explodes. As elections approach, Bitchat’s rise highlights how political pressure is reshaping the technology people trust to stay connected.

[kevin1]

its getting more popular in EU too