Bitcoin’s main network is secure but slow for small payments. The Lightning Network fixes that — instant, near-free transactions.
Why it matters in SA
Sending R20 to a friend, tipping a creator, or paying for a coffee becomes practical. Loadshedding-proof, borderless, cents in fees.
How to start
A Lightning wallet takes minutes to set up. The course shows you which to use and how to fund it.
💙 Want the full step-by-step? Get Bitcoin From Zero (SA Edition) — the complete R249 course (or pay in BTC). Wallet setup, buying in SA, self-custody, lightning & SARS basics — all local.