Bitcoin
Kenya now has a Bitcoin Lightning Network node
The node is the fourth Lightning node launched by the group, with the goal of enabling faster Bitcoin payments in Africa.
Aug 2, 2023
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Bitcoin
Nigeria's first active Bitcoin Lightning node launches in Lagos
The new node, dubbed NigeriaFreeRouting, improves the accessibility of payments via the Lightning Network for bitcoin users in Nigeria.
Jan 20, 2023
Cross-border payments
Bitcoin-powered remittances from Europe to African bank accounts are now possible
African cryptocurrency company Bitnob has partnered with European exchange CoinCorner to facilitate remittances over the Lightning Network.
Dec 13, 2022
Cross-border payments
Strike partners with Bitnob to facilitate Bitcoin-powered remittances to Africa
Africans can now receive low-cost and fast payments in their local currencies, powered by the Lightning Network. But there are questions on whether the process introduces credit, a feature of the traditional remittance system.
Dec 8, 2022
Payment rails
Lightning Network is being used to receive payments for Africa Bitcoin Conference
The tickets can be bought digitally on the official ABC website.
Oct 7, 2022