Bybit Indonesia Funds Aceh Borewell After Floods

Bybit Indonesia and Kitabisa have supported the construction of a borewell in Balee Panah Village, Aceh, expected to restore clean water access for about 125 households, or more than 400 people, after flooding in Sumatra. The work began in July 2026 and supports water for drinking, cooking, washing, and other community activities. The partnership also restored facilities at two flood-affected schools in Langkat, North Sumatra. Together, the three programs target both daily water needs and the return of students and teachers to repaired learning spaces.

Borewell Supports Daily Water Needs

Floods that hit parts of Sumatra in November 2025 damaged clean water infrastructure in several areas. In Desa Balee Panah, Kecamatan Juli, Kabupaten Bireuen, the borewell is intended to provide a local water source for residents affected by that damage.

The facility is expected to serve more than 400 people across around 125 households. Its construction forms part of Bybit Indonesia’s disaster donation efforts with Kitabisa.

Lawrence Samantha, CEO of Bybit Indonesia, said:

“Education has always been an important part of Bybit's journey, both in Indonesia and globally. When we saw the impact of the floods in Sumatra, we wanted to look at how we could make a practical contribution to the recovery — not only for children who need a safe and suitable place to learn, but also for families who need reliable access to clean water,”

Two Schools Receive Repairs

The partnership also restored learning facilities at Yayasan Pendidikan Rahman El-Manaf Bubun and SDN 057239 Sekoci in Kabupaten Langkat, North Sumatra.

Students at Yayasan Pendidikan Rahman El-Manaf Bubun in Langkat, North Sumatra, return to a renovated learning space made possible through Bybit Indonesia's collaboration with Kitabisa, part of a broader commitment to expanding access to quality education across the region.

At Yayasan Pendidikan Rahman El-Manaf Bubun in Desa Bubun, Kecamatan Tanjung Pura, the work included floor repairs, learning-area renovation, repainting, supporting installations, desks, chairs, and whiteboards. The school serves around 187 students from elementary through high school levels and employs 17 teachers. It provides education without tuition fees or additional charges for students.

SDN 057239 Sekoci, which has around 90 students and 10 teachers, received repairs to flooring, ceilings, doors, windows, ventilation, and electrical installations. The work also covered its library and religious studies room, alongside classroom equipment.

Vikra Ijas, Co-Founder and CEO of Kitabisa, said:

“Helping communities recover from a disaster requires sustained collaboration and an understanding of local needs. We appreciate Bybit Indonesia's support in helping restore school facilities in Langkat. Through this partnership, we hope to support students and teachers as they return to their daily learning activities and help families regain a sense of stability. Schools play an important role in community life, and their recovery deserves continued attention.”

Local Recovery Programs Continue

Bybit Indonesia said it will continue to explore support for education and community resilience in Indonesia. The work with Kitabisa directs support toward immediate recovery needs in flood-affected communities, including school repairs and access to water for household use.

Lawrence Samantha, CEO of Bybit Indonesia, said:

“Through our collaboration with Kitabisa, we've been able to direct support to where it's needed most, so communities can continue their daily lives in a better environment. Recovery takes time, and we hope this support contributes to the community's longer-term recovery.”