Hello African Bitcoiner,
Africa Free Routing is lighting up Africa with lightning-fast, cost-efficient payment solutions! Introducing Kenya Free Routing – a cutting-edge Bitcoin lightning node, empowering businesses and consumers with zero transaction fees. Located in vibrant Nairobi, this milestone brings us closer to revolutionizing the African financial landscape. Open a channel now and be a part of the future!
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Africa Free Routing’s passion lies in fostering financial inclusion and empowerment. With the launch of Kenya Free Routing, they are genuinely excited to share the boundless possibilities that the Bitcoin Lightning Network offers, creating seamless and barrier-free financial interactions for all.
The Bitcoin Lightning Network, acting as a layer atop the Bitcoin blockchain, offers unparalleled scalability and near-instant transaction settlement at minimal fees. By hosting the node locally in Nairobi, Kenya Free Routing eliminates payment latency, ensuring that businesses and consumers experience swift and hassle-free point-of-sale transactions.
For merchants and retailers in Kenya, the advantages of leveraging the lightning payments enabled by Kenya Free Routing are truly exciting. Instant settlements without any merchant fees alleviate the burden of high costs associated with traditional card payments, leading to quicker business growth. This pioneering move holds the potential to revolutionize commerce in Kenya, encouraging innovation and prosperity across the board. Open a channel today!
Here are some interesting news from the African Bitcoin space:
1. The BRICS has invited 69 leaders to its upcoming summit, including all African heads of state
The BRICS economic bloc has invited 69 leaders to its upcoming summit, including African heads of state and political heads of major Global South bodies. South Africa is hosting the summit, which is expected to be the largest yet. The South African diplomat in charge of BRICS relations, Anil Sooklal, revealed that all 54 African heads of state and the leaders of major Global South bodies have been invited. The group did not invite Western countries, but the BRICS nations engage with the global community to address common issues. Read more.
2. Kenyan Data Regulator Issues Warning as Residents Rush to Get Worldcoin’s ‘Free Money’
Kenya’s data regulator, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), is conducting an assessment of Worldcoin’s practices to ensure compliance with the law. The regulator has urged increased vigilance by Kenyans seeking to receive Worldcoin’s “free money.” The Kenyan Data Protection Act grants the ODPC the authority to conduct assessments or request information to determine if Worldcoin is adhering to the law. The ODPC warns of consequences for token recipients and issuers if the regulator fails to ensure Worldcoin and others’ compliance with the law. Read more.
3. Bitcoin (BTC) Adoption: World’s De-dollarization on the Horizon? BRICS Summit Holds Key Insights
Bitcoin enthusiasts are pushing for de-dollarization among BRICS countries, including France, to diversify their currency reserves and reduce over-dependency on the US Dollar. The proposal for a gold-backed “bric” is expected to address challenges such as financial volatility, increased public debt, and excessive money printing. However, the implementation of the “bric” faces challenges, including cooperation and trust from other countries. The International Monetary Fund’s strong agreement is crucial for the transition. Learn more.
Here are the latest stats for the Lightning Network in Africa:
Active Nodes: 55 [1.8%🚀]
Total Capacity: 1,161,878,310 [4.5%🚀]
Total Channels: 415 [4.3%🚀]
Top 5 Lightnng Nodes in Africa
| Nodes | Total Capacity | Topic Channels |
|---|---|---|
|
346,655,343 sats [2%🚀] |
78 [5%🚀] |
|
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224,120,340 sats [0%] |
44 [0%] |
|
|
161,612,382 sats [10%🚀] |
52 [11%🚀] |
|
|
129,205,000 sats [0%] |
53 [0%] |
|
|
62,443,878 sats [9%🚀] |
38 [3%🚀] |
|
|
54,057,612 sats [0%] |
18 [0%] |
|
|
7. fluffy |
52,528,922 sats [0%] |
24 [0%] |
|
8. Cow |
23,891,747 sats [-2%🔻] |
33 [-2%🔻] |
|
21,895,000 sats [-3%🔻] |
25 [-4%🔻] |
|
|
14,490,000 sats |
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 i women in the Bitcoin space influential speakers, 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.
6. Adopting Bitcoin Conference in Cape Town 2024
Join the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, from January 26th to 28th, 2024, to explore the overlap between Bitcoin and Parallel Institutions. Local and international speakers will discuss Bitcoin development and real-world parallel economies and institutions. The conference will feature talks by Bitcoin advocates, builders, and industry experts, engaging panels, hands-on workshops, and a showcase of real-world projects revolutionizing the Bitcoin ecosystem and society. Learn More
Exciting news! Nostr has launched an awesome new sat stream that allows you to earn sats while streaming. Want to know more? Check out this episode of “Rabit Hole Recap” to delve into all the details of how this cutting-edge feature works.
Noding on!😄
As we celebrate the launch of Kenya Free Routing, we approach this remarkable milestone with a mixture of excitement and humility. Our journey towards financial inclusion and empowerment is an ongoing pursuit, and we humbly pledge to continue leading the charge in revolutionizing digital payments across the African continent.
We extend invitation to businesses, consumers, and enthusiasts alike to explore the exhilarating possibilities that Kenya Free Routing brings.
For further information or media inquiries, please reach out to Megasley
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