Advertisement

Bitcoin gains traction in Botswana

Dr Ariisa
Dr Ariisa

Bitcoin, which is described as a cryptocurrency and a digital payment system, is gradually gaining traction in Botswana.

A private clinic, Sharada Clinic, is one of the few that receive Bitcoin as a form of payment. Run by Dr Donald Ariisa, the clinic is the only health facility in the whole country that accepts Bitcoin.

Ariisa told BusinessWeek that he was inspired to accept Bitcoin as a payment by the fact that his clinic is focused on adopting technologies that allow for sustainability in offering accessible services.

Advertisement
Editor's Comment
Celebrate responsibly, put safety first this holiday

“Safety first is safety always”– Charles M HayesAs most people begin travelling across the country to spend the President’s Holidays with family and friends, there is every reason to embrace the joy and togetherness that this period brings.While holiday periods bring joy, they are sadly often accompanied by a rise in road accidents, violent incidents and other avoidable tragedies. Too often, families that set out to celebrate together end...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up