Hello African Bitcoiner,
Would you like to work at a Bitcoin company? We know many Africans would make great remote workers for global Bitcoin companies and now there is a great way to prove yourselves to them: The Bitcoiner Test! The Bitcoiner Test has recently launched to verify real Bitcoiners and we have over 1 000 000 sats worth of vouchers to give away exclusively to you. Find out how below…
The Bitcoiner Test
Recent African Bitcoin News
Africa Free Routing Weekly Stats
African Bitcoiner Jobs
African Bitcoin Meetups
Watchlist Recommendation
Let’s get started 🚀
Have you ever wanted to assess your knowledge of Bitcoin and prove your expertise? The Bitcoiner Test invites you to evaluate your Bitcoin knowledge, deepen your understanding, and earn a well-deserved certificate of achievement (maybe even a place on the leaderboard if you’re good enough!). It’s your chance to verify your skills and make a name for yourself globally.
While Nigeria is already dominating the leaderboard, we want to make sure that Bitcoiners from every African nation are represented. To help you get there, we are giving away free vouchers (each worth 21 000 sats!) to the first 3 people from every African country who write the test! All you have to do is mention @Bitcoinertest on Twitter and then DM them to receive their voucher to write the test for free!Â
Visit www.bitcoinertest.com to take the test or find out more.
Now for some of the latest news from the African Bitcoin space:
1. African Bitcoiners Emerges Winner of the Geyser Grant for Education CommunityÂ
We are thrilled to announce that African Bitcoiners has been awarded a $2,500 grant from the Geyser Education Community Grant. This remarkable achievement underscores our commitment to making Bitcoin knowledge more accessible and empowering individuals across Africa. Read more.
2. Luno Wallet Users Can Now Pay for Goods and Services at Pick n Pay Stores Using Bitcoin for Free
Customers can purchase groceries and various value-added services, including airtime, electricity, bus tickets, and even pay municipal bills using Bitcoin at the checkout when shopping at Pick n Pay. Read more.
3. Nigeria and Morocco Make Top 20 of the Chainalysis 2023 Global Crypto Adoption Index
While Nigeria has been a mainstay in the top 20 of the Chainalysis’ Global Crypto Adoption Index, now in its 4th year, Morocco appeared in the list of top 20 countries for the first time in 2022 edition. Read more.
Here are the latest stats for the Lightning Network in Africa:
Active Nodes:Â 55 [0%] Â Â
Total Capacity: 1,262,974,289 [1.9%🚀]  Â
Total Channels: 431 [3.6%🚀]Â
Top 5 Lightnng Nodes in Africa
| Nodes | Total Capacity | Topic Channels |
|---|---|---|
|
343,193,975 sats [2%🚀] |
79 [4%🚀] |
|
|
319,135,747 sats [-2%🔻] |
53 [2%🚀] |
|
|
145,902,382 sats [4%🚀] |
55 [4%🚀] |
|
|
119,205,000 sats [0%] |
52Â [0%] |
|
|
5. machankura-y |
63,548,851 sats [137%🚀] |
5 [3%🚀] |
|
6. fluffy |
54,528,922 sats  [0%] |
25Â [0%] |
|
59,560,878 sats [0%] |
33Â [0%] |
|
|
50,557,612 sats [4%🚀] |
17 [6%🚀] |
|
|
34,090,000 sat [3%🚀] |
12 [9%🚀] |
|
|
10. Cow |
22,891,747 sats  [10%🚀] |
32 [3%🚀] |
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.
1. African Bitcoiners Graduate Program
We’re still accepting applications for this opportunity, and we’re on the lookout for enthusiastic African Bitcoiners like you to join us. If you’re excited about Bitcoin and dream of a career in this space, here’s your chance! Join our 6-month program to learn more about Bitcoin, get practical experience, build essential skills, and become part of our active Bitcoin community. Get our attention and we will send you an application link!
We cant wait to see how you get our attention!
Check out our Bitcoiner Jobs page to see more exciting opportunities and submit any job opening available in your company in the African Bitcoin space.Â
Bitcoin meetup we are excited about:Â
1. Bitcoin For Her: an online community empowering African women with Bitcoin
“The “Bitcoin for Her” space set to hold on August 25th has been postponed. Join us on September 29th for another amazing space where you can listen to set of influential women in the Bitcoin space, as well as industry experts, as they share their thoughts and experiences about Bitcoin and its ecosystem. Register now.
2. Growing the Lighting Network in Africa Nostr Stream: A monthly discussion for node runners and novices to help start and optimize their African lightning experience.
Did you miss our discussion on the 17th August? It was awesome! Join us for yet another captivating and enlightening webinar featuring Megasley, Africa’s trailblazing node runner on September 14th. Secure your spot by registering now.
3. Bitcoin Lightning Bootcamp
Presenting the Bitcoin Lightning Bootcamp, a collaborative effort By Adanian Labs, Bitnob, and Base 58, this 5 day event is scheduled from September 25th to 29th at The AfyaRekod Campus Nairobi Kenya. Joining as a speaker is Edward Amewu, the CTO of Bitnob, who will provide expert insights into Bitcoin Lightning technology and an enriching learning experience.
4. Bitcoin Miner and Manufacturer meet up Nairobi, Kenya
Gama and A Bitcoin group is Inviting all African Bitcoin miners and manufactures to a 2-days meeting in Nairobi scheduled to hold on September, 2023. Save your spot today, reach out to them on Twitter
5. 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.
6. 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. More details.
7. African Bitcoin Conference 2023
Mark your calendars for the most exciting Bitcoin event of the year! The much-anticipated Africa Bitcoin Conference is back, larger and better than ever. Join us in Accra, Ghana, on December 1-3, 2023 on this life-changing event! See more.
8. Adopting Bitcoin Conference in Cape Town 2024
Join the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, from January 26th to 28th, 2024, to learn more about the intersection between Bitcoin and Parallel Institutions. Local and international experts will examine the evolution of Bitcoin as well as real-world parallel economies and organizations.  Learn More
We highly recommend watching this great podcast that delves into the critical differences between Bitcoin and traditional fiat currencies used by nation-states and how governments create new currency units to cover their losses, even if they are unprofitable and how this process of papering over deficits leads to inflation and cost externalization, affecting all of us.
Learn why it’s crucial for Africa to consider the implications of Bitcoin as a tool for economic growth and stability.
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 at hello@bitcoiners.africa and we’ll make it happen.😃
Note that we only accept content on Bitcoin in Africa.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to prove you are a Bitcoiner. Whether you’re an individual looking to boost confidence in your Bitcoin knowledge or a business aiming to prepare your team for the Bitcoin-driven future, The Bitcoiner Test is perfect for you. Get started now with just 21,000 satoshis and pave your way to becoming a certified Bitcoin expert. Embrace the future of finance – take The Bitcoiner Test today!
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