Hello African Bitcoiner,
Through your unwavering support, we are actively building the groundwork for a future where every African has an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. The commitment of our supporters play a pivotal role in shaping an Africa where freedom, empowerment, and equal chances are tangible realities. However, to amplify our impact and accelerate this transformative journey, we need more support from individuals like you. Check out how you can partner with us.
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Our team is constantly at work, to ensure that we are building a robust foundation for freedom in Africa. The challenges we face are met with determination, and your continuous support propels us forward. Now, more than ever, we find ourselves at a crucial juncture where your support can propel our mission to unprecedented heights.
Constant Progress
We believe in progress and improvement and this are some of our achievements from last month:
African Bitcoin Ecosystem Update: Our dedicated team has been hard at work updating the African Bitcoin Ecosystem infographic. This enhancement aims to provide a more seamless and user-friendly infographic for our community members.
Bitcoiner Test Launch: We successfully launched a test that helps Bitcoin organisations verify their job candidate’s Bitcoin knowledge.
New intake for our Graduate Program: We are delighted to announce a valuable addition to our team! A warm welcome to our newest graduate trainee, Me4Sats bringing fresh perspectives and skills to further strengthen our mission.
We are committed to our mission and goals and your support is the catalyst that propels our collective vision of financial equality. Find out how you can partner with our mission.
Article: Bitcoin Java Cards Could Help Bank Millions In Africa And Billions Next
Bitcoin developers are focusing on bringing freedom money to billions, with Kgothatso’s Machankura project introducing Bitcoin’s lightning network over USSD. Read Now.
Bitcoin mining in Africa can drive economic growth and opportunities, says Jack Dorsey
Jack Dorsey, former Twitter CEO and Bitcoin advocate, believes Bitcoin mining can bring economic growth and prosperity to Africa and the developing world. Read more.
Sebastein Gouspillo unveils exciting developments in Bitcoin Mining and Sustainability
Sebastein Gouspillo recounts the innovative reuse of ASIC heat in chocolate manufacturing and the drying of fruits surrounding the Big Blocks Green Services mining farm at Virunga Park. Watch Now.
The Lightning Network Weekly Stats
Active Nodes
58 [1.72%🔻]
Total Capacity
1,320,241,450 [0.9%🚀]
Total Channels
368 [0.27%🔻]
Top 10 Lightnng Nodes in Africa
| Nodes | Total Capacity | Topic Channels |
|---|---|---|
|
349,759,963 sats [0%] |
73 [-1%🔻] |
|
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2. Machankura-z |
294,173,859 sats [1 %🚀] |
42 [2 %🚀] |
|
167,277,373 sats [0%] |
47 [-2%🔻] |
|
|
100,630,000 sats [0%] |
22 [0%] |
|
|
90,155,000 sats [12 %🚀] |
38 [6 %🚀] |
|
|
6. machankura-y |
78,822,004 sats [0%] |
9 [0%] |
|
61,361,000 sats [0%] |
31 [0%] |
|
|
34,100,000 sats [6 %🚀] |
8 [-11%🔻] |
|
|
9. Cow |
18,991,747 sats [0%] |
28 [0%] |
|
18,542,182 sats [0%] |
22 [0%] |
|
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 are looking for young Bitcoiners from Zimbabwe, Kenya, Ghana, or South Africa to join our Graduate Program. Let us know if you’re interested, and we will send you a link to apply! Please also share this opportunity on WhatsApp and Twitter with any relevant youngster you know.
Calling all African Bitcoin organizations! Please list your open roles with us.
1. Growing the Lightning Network in Africa” X Space
Mark your calendars for next Thursday, February 8th, and join Africa Free Routing for an exciting new episode of “Growing the Lightning Network in Africa” X Space.
2. African Bitcoiners Book Club
Join us every Fridays by 5pm UTC as we take a deeper dive into the Bitcoin rabbit hole on our Discord Community.
3. Watch Party Wednesday
Join us every Wednesday at 2pm UTC for an exciting time reviewing our African Bitcoin watchlist in out Discord Community.
4. Monthly Bitcoin Meetup: Stellenbosch
Join discussion of all things Bitcoin every first Thursday of the month at Vendetta’s Pizzeria, Hamman Street, Stellenbosch, Cape Town. More details.
5. Monthly Bitcoin Meetup: Cape Town
Join the Cape Town Meetup every first Thursday at Square Café & Wine Bar at the Century City Hotel Urban Square. More details.
African Bitcoiners Watch Party
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday at 2pm UTC, for an exclusive watch party in our vibrant Discord community! We’ll be delving into a thought-provoking video featuring Femi Longe, where he passionately explores the pivotal role of Africa in the Bitcoin space.
Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion that could reshape your perspective on the African Bitcoin narrative! Join our discord community, save the date, set your reminders, and let’s collectively embrace the journey towards a more inclusive Bitcoin future. See you there!
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.😃
As we navigate the evolving Bitcoin landscape, your support remains our most valuable asset. We express our deepest gratitude for standing with us on this incredible journey. With your unwavering support, African Bitcoiners will continue to build, innovate, and pave the way for a future where financial equality is not just a dream but a reality.
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