Zappy Tuesday Friend,😉
Are you ready for a jolt of excitement and a mega zap of 1000 sats coming your way from us? Brace yourself because if you’re an African Bitcoiner, we’ve got something cool to share with you in today’s newsletter!
Do you ever get that creepy feeling like your every social move is being secretly tracked, and the things you talk about or wanted somehow just magically appear on your screen? It’s like living in a digital fishbowl! Well, it’s time to break free and take charge with Nostr – the new decentralised social media platform where your conversations and interests are sacred, and your privacy is fiercely protected! You get to call the shots and have full control over what you share, how you share it, and who gets to see it. It’s all about reclaiming your digital power! Check out our easy guide for setting up Nostr.
More details below:
Beginners guide for Setting up Nostr
Recent African Bitcoin News
Africa Free Routing Weekly Stats
African Bitcoiner Jobs
African Bitcoin Meetups
Watchlist Recommendation
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Let’s go 📥
We believe in the power of digital sovereignty, and that’s why we’ve created a guide to setting up Nostr and will zap you 1000 sats for taking control over what happens to your social data. No more data mining, no more intrusive ads – just a community-driven space where your voice truly matters and pays!
We’ve got your back every step of the way as you embark on your NOSTR journey. Our easy-to-follow guide is designed with African Bitcoiners in mind, ensuring you get the most out of this incredible platform.
Here is something to make this new journey fun for you: We’re zapping the first 100 African Bitcoiners who set up NOSTR 1000 sats each! Exciting right? Here is what you will need to do:
7 steps to getting your 1000 sats👇
Follow African Bitcoiners on Nostr.
Gain your first 21 followers.
Post your thoughts on what you think is the most important reason why Africa will benefit from Bitcoin. Tag @AfricanBitcoiners and include the flag of your African country. If your post is good, we will repost it to help you get followers (npub1q7qtx2k5qevch38nk7wq02 gqvwkxldscu6fp293gav4vl7f5k52s4eq5kj)
Post about the Million Sat Challenge and encourage Africans to sign up. Be sure to tag us in this post.
💃We will review that you met all conditions and zap you!
Visit our Nostr guide page to get started!
Here are some interesting news from the African Bitcoin space:
1. Silicon Valley trawls Africa with Worldcoin 🤢
We are skeptical of Worldcoin, a project, created by Sam Altman and Alex Blania, and Max Novendstern, which aims to create unique identifiers using eye scanners. The main product is a physical eye scanner with which users scan their eyes to create unique identifiers for financial services and online activities. We believe Worldcoin is centralized and could track users’ activities, while supporters argue it provides financial services to those without access. The project’s success remains uncertain. Read more.
2. Noones App has leveled up their Partner Program
Noones is dedicated to giving back to its peer-to-peer Bitcoin marketplace. If you are on our Million Sat Challenge this could be a chance for you to earn sats! Noones is giving you the opportunity to Earn 15% of trade fees from friends you invite to Noones, 4% when friends invite their friends, and 1% when friends of friends invited to Noones. Even if friends don’t trade, you still earn from the friends they invite and the friends they invite. Read more.
3. Bitcoin is gaining momentum in the Online Gaming World
Bitcoin has become a prominent cryptocurrency in recent years, with its integration into online casinos, esports betting, and in-game purchases offering numerous benefits. Bitcoin’s decentralized nature allows for faster and more efficient transactions, providing players greater anonymity and privacy. This anonymity appeals to those who value their online security and prefer to enjoy gaming without revealing their identities. Learn more.
Here are the latest stats for the Lightning Network in Africa:
Active Nodes: 54 [0%]
Total Capacity: 1,111,471,379 [1.6%🚀]
Total Channels: 398 [2.3%🚀]
Top 5 Lightnng Nodes in Africa
| Nodes | Total Capacity | Topic Channels |
|---|---|---|
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332,743,121 sats [0%] |
74 [9%🚀] |
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224,120,340 sats [0%] |
44 [0%] |
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146,290,000 sats [1%🚀] |
47 [4%🚀] |
|
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129,205,000 sats [6%🚀] |
53 [6%🚀] |
|
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57,124,895 sats [5%🚀] |
37 [6%🚀] |
These weekly stats are brought to you by Africa Free Routing, Africa’s fastest and most reliable lightning node network. Visit their site to get connected to the lightning network.
Available Bitcoin Job:
1. Junior PHP Coder
Are you a promising young coder looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills, work hard, and grow rapidly in your career? Look no further! We are looking for a motivated and talented Junior PHP coder to join our dynamic team. If you’re self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work remotely with minimal supervision, then we want to hear from you.
Check out our Bitcoiner Jobs page to see more exciting opportunities in the African Bitcoin space.
Bitcoin meetup we are excited about:
1. Growing the Lighting Network in Africa: A monthly discussion for node runners and novices to help start and optimize their African lightning experience.
Did you miss our discussion on the 20th July? It was awesome and a great discussion with other node runners in Africa. Join us for yet another captivating and enlightening webinar featuring Megasley, Africa’s trailblazing node runner on August 17th. Secure your spot by registering now.
2. Bitcoin For Her: Bitcoin for Her: an online community empowering African women with Bitcoin
“Bitcoin for Her” space will now be a recurring monthly event, held every last Friday of the month. Join us on the 25th of August for another exciting space where you get to listen to women in the Bitcoin space influential speakers, and industry experts, share their insights and experiences. Register now.
We appreciate your participation and value your suggestions for future topics and speakers. Stay connected with us through social media and our newsletter for updates on upcoming “Bitcoin for Her” events. Feel free to invite friends and colleagues who may be interested.
3. Monthly Bitcoin Meetup: Stellenbosch
Join the thrilling discussing of all things Bitcoin every first Thursday of the month at Vendetta’s Pizzeria, Hamman Street. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to come and learn. There will also be a chance to network with other Bitcoin enthusiasts in the area. More details.
4. Monthly Bitcoin Meetup: Cape Town
Every first Thursday of the month, Cape Town comes alive with the Cape Town Bitcoin Social Meetup! Join the next gathering at the brand-new venue, Square Café & Wine Bar at the Century City Hotel Urban Square. This monthly event is the perfect opportunity for Bitcoin enthusiasts to come together and connect. More details.
5. 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.
You’ve got to check out this incredibly heartwarming film! 🎬 It’s an absolute delight to watch. Bitcoin communities are springing up across our continent but communities like Bitcoin Ekasi in South Africa are an inspiration to us and most African Bitcoiners because of their outstanding
Titled “A Bitcoin Ekasi Story,” the film is brought to life by the talented Aubrey Strobel. Get ready for a captivating journey that unveils the powerful impact of Bitcoin Ekasi in South Africa.
Zapping out!
There you have it, African Bitcoiner – the exciting world of NOSTR is at your fingertips! Join the movement, break free from centralized social media, and be a part of the decentralized revolution. We can’t wait to witness your NOSTR experience unfold.
Let’s get zapping and rocking NOSTR!
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