Hello African Bitcoiners,

Registration for Africa Free Routing’s highly anticipated webinar on “Growing the Lightning Network in Africa” is now open, but there are only 10 days left to secure your spot!

In this exclusive webinar, we will delve into the fascinating realm of the Lightning Network and its potential to revolutionize Bitcoin transactions in Africa. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to navigate the challenges and maximize the benefits of this groundbreaking technology.


More details are below:

  • Register for the “Growing the Lightning Network in Africa” webinar👩🏼‍💻

  • Recent African Bitcoin News

  • African Bitcoiner Jobs

  • African Bitcoin Meetups

  • Playlist Recommendation

Let’s go 📥

Africa Free Routing’s upcoming Webinar with Megasley will cover a wide range of topics relevant to running a Lightning node and the Lightning Network in Africa. From understanding the inner workings of the Lightning Network to exploring the importance of running your own Lightning node, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools to tap into the immense potential of the Lightning network.

By attending this webinar, you will:

  1. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Lightning Network and its impact on Bitcoin transactions in Africa.

  2. Discover the benefits of running your own Lightning node and how it can contribute to financial inclusion and economic growth.

  3. Learn effective strategies to manage and optimize your Lightning node, ensuring seamless operations and increased network liquidity.

  4. Explore earning opportunities by routing payments through your Lightning node, unlocking a new source of income in the crypto space.

Don’t delay; registration for this exclusive event will close in 10 days! Secure your spot now and mark your calendars for the webinar, which will take place on the 18th of May 2023.

Here is some interesting news from the African Bitcoin space:

1. Nigeria Approves National Policy to Create ‘Blockchain-Powered’ Economy

Nigeria’s government has approved a national blockchain policy as part of its effort to transition to a digital economy. The Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy developed the policy, which aims to create a Blockchain-powered economy that supports secure transactions, data sharing, and value exchange. The cabinet has directed regulators to develop regulatory instruments for the deployment of blockchain tech across various sectors of the economy. A multi-sectoral Steering Committee has also been approved to oversee the implementation of the Policy. Read more.


2. Nigeria’s Bitcoin-Focussed Entity, Fedi, Raises $17 Million in Series A Round to Build Out Bitcoin Chat App for Communities

Fedi, a financial and data technology company founded by Nigerian Bitcoin advocate Obi Nwosu, has secured $17 million in a Series A funding round and is preparing to launch an alpha version of Fedi for builders later in May 2023. Fedi is interoperable with the Bitcoin Lightning Network, thanks to the Fedimint Protocol, and is designed to help billions of people use Bitcoin securely, and privately. The company’s main product is the Fedi mobile app, which is designed to help billions of people use Bitcoin securely and privately. Fedi is built on the Fedimint protocol, an open-source protocol for custodying and transacting Bitcoin in a community context, which makes it easy for developers to build additional apps and modules to complement Fedi’s offerings and give more options to users. Read More.

3. Machankura, Africa’s Leading Bitcoin USSD Service, Goes Live in Ghana


Machankura has launched a new USSD code – *920*8333# –  This innovative move is expected to revolutionize the way people in Ghana transact in Bitcoin, especially in remote areas where access to the internet is limited. The code operates through the Lightning Network, a layer two scaling solution for Bitcoin that allows for faster and cheaper transactions.  Machankura’s users have increased by 10x in the last few months as word spreads about the product in Africa. Read more.
                                                                                                         

Available Bitcoin Jobs:

1. Junior Copywriter and Community Manager

We are currently seeking a Junior Copywriter and Community Manager to join our team, and we are specifically looking for applicants who are fluent in English. If you are a talented writer and social media enthusiast who is passionate about creating engaging content, building a community, and working independently, we encourage you to apply. As long as you were born or raised in Africa and are currently living anywhere on the continent, and are fluent in English, you are eligible to apply. We look forward to hearing from you

2. Junior PHP Coder
Are you a skilled PHP developer looking for a new challenge? We’re searching for a Junior PHP Coder born or raised in Africa and currently living anywhere on the continent to join our team. If you’re self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work remotely with minimal supervision, then we want to hear from you.

Looking for talented individuals to join your Bitcoin company and help build the future of decentralized finance?

Our Bitcoiner Jobs page is the perfect place to showcase your job opportunities to a community of skilled and passionate individuals in the Bitcoin space. By adding your job postings, you’ll gain access to a pool of qualified and experienced candidates knowledgeable about BitcoinStart building your dream team today and support the growth of the Bitcoin community by providing job opportunities for its members!

Bitcoin meetups we are excited about: 

1. BitDevs Abuja Launch

Are you a passionate developer or an enthusiastic supporter of Bitcoin? Are you eager to dive into the exciting world of blockchain technology? Look no further! We are thrilled to invite you to an electrifying event that will introduce you to the thriving community of Bitcoin developers and enthusiasts in Abuja, Nigeria. See more.

2. African Bitcoin Conference 2023

Get ready to mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Africa Bitcoin Conference is returning, bigger and better than ever before. Join us in Accra, Ghana from December 1-3, 2023, as we come together to explore the vital role of Bitcoin in the pursuit of freedom. Don’t miss out on this transformative event! See more.

Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and invites you to explore the future of wealth preservation. Tune in to The Bitcoin Layer and be prepared to witness a groundbreaking perspective from one of the most influential voices in the Bitcoin community.

Please get in touch with us if you would like us to feature your available jobs, blog posts, podcasts, meetups, Bitcoin projects or anything else you might be working on for Bitcoin in Africa and we will feature you in our newsletter. Just email us on hello@bitcoiners.africa and we’ll make it happen.😃

Note that we only accept content on Bitcoin in Africa.

Join us as we dive deep into the exciting world of the Lightning Network and its potential to reshape the future of Bitcoin in Africa. Together, we can unlock new possibilities and drive the adoption of this transformative technology across the continent.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this landmark event. Register now and be prepared to witness the future of Bitcoin unfold before your eyes!

Don’t forget to share this newsletter with your friends too – let’s spread the word and drive Bitcoin adoption in Africa together!

 

Stay as sharp as the Lightning Network!🚀

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