Africa

South African E-Commerce Giant Takealot Launches Bitcoin Support

South African online retailer Takealot, which has raised more than $100m in funding, is now accepting bitcoin.

By Joon Ian WongJul 17, 2014

BitPOS is teaming up with the International Anti-Poaching Foundation to help save Africa's endangered wildlife from hunters.

By Jon SouthurstJun 28, 2014

The socially-focused bitcoin startup aims to "cut through" the inefficiencies in international remittances and underdeveloped banking systems.

By Kadhim ShubberJun 16, 2014

A Johannesburg energy management company has integrated bitcoin wallets into its smart meters.

Alakanani Itireleng of Bitcoin Botswana is launching an appeal for bitcoin and litecoin donations for the country's orphaned children.

By Jon SouthurstMay 25, 2014

BitPesa has launched its beta program with the long-term goal of disrupting the remittance space.

By Tanaya MacheelMay 23, 2014

Johannesburg is set to become the first African city with a permanent bitcoin ATM.

The startup aims to provide universal bitcoin access via wallet that can be used on any cellphone.

By Daniel CawreyMay 20, 2014

The exchange and wallet service aims to serve 12-plus countries initially with one recognizable brand.

By Jon SouthurstApr 29, 2014

Pelle Braendgaard talks to CoinDesk about his company's plans and the challenges bitcoin faces in the developing world.

By Pete RizzoApr 25, 2014

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