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How to buy Pi Network (PI) in South Africa

Updated on: 2025/08/09 04:01:32 (UTC+0)

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Bitget is legally accessible in South Africa. You can buy Pi Network in South Africa through Bitget.

What Is Pi Network (PI)?

Pi Network is a decentralized cryptocurrency project designed to make digital currency mining accessible to everyone through a simple mobile app. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, which require expensive hardware and high electricity consumption, Pi Network allows users to earn Pi tokens by tapping a button daily on their smartphones. Launched on March 14, 2019, the project has grown to millions of users worldwide and aims to create an inclusive digital economy where anyone can participate in blockchain technology.

How Pi Network Works

Pi Network operates on a unique consensus mechanism based on the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP), which enables secure transactions without the need for energy-intensive mining. Users earn Pi by engaging with the app daily and can boost their mining rate by inviting trusted connections into their security circle.

Currently, Pi transactions are limited to the Pi ecosystem, but with the upcoming Open Network launch on February 20, 2025, Pi tokens are expected to become tradable on external exchanges, opening new opportunities for users.

Who Are the Founders of Pi Network?

Pi Network was founded by Nicolas Kokkalis and Chengdiao Fan, two Stanford University Ph.D. graduates.

How Many Pi Network (PI) Tokens Are in Circulation?

PI, the native token of the Pi Network ecosystem, is available on various exchanges. The total supply is 100 billion PI, with 80% allocated to the community through mining rewards and 20% reserved for the Pi Core Team for development.

How to Buy Pi Network (PI) on Bitget?

Consider investing in Pi Network (PI)? Follow these steps:

Create an account on Bitget.
Verify your identity.
Deposit funds.
Check out the available Pi Network trading pairs on Bitget.

Spot Trading

PI/USDT

Is Pi Network Token a Good Investment?

Pi Network is still in development, and its tokens are not yet tradable on major exchanges. While it has great potential, its future value depends on adoption, exchange listings, and ecosystem growth. Investors should stay informed and approach with caution.

Simple 3-step guide to buying PI today in South Africa

Create your free Bitget account

Provide your email address and place of residence.

Select a funding method

Fund your account using your preferred payment method.

Complete your Pi Network purchase

Buy Pi Network with as little as $5.

Step 1: Create a free account on the Bitget website or the app

Please verify your identity to ensure full compliance and enhance your Bitget experience.

You can access the identity verification page, select your country, upload your ID documents, and submit your selfie. You will receive a notification once your identity has been successfully verified.

Step 2: Place an order for Pi Network using a payment method of your choice:

Buy Pi Network with a debit/credit card
For Visa or Mastercard, select Credit/Debit card, then click Add New Card under the "Buy" tab
Credit/Debit in the Buy Crypto tab of the Bitget app
Credit/Debit in the Buy Crypto tab of the Bitget website
Select your preferred fiat currency, enter the amount you wish to spend, link your credit card, and then complete your payment with zero fees.
Add a new card to complete your payment on the Bitget app
Enter your bank card details to complete your payment on the Bitget website
For Diners Club/Discover card, click Buy Crypto > [Third Party] in the top navigation bar to place your Pi Network order.
How to buy crypto with credit/debit card
Buy Pi Network with Google Pay or Apple Pay
Converting your Google Pay and Apple Pay balance into Pi Network is easy and secure on Bitget. Simply click Buy Crypto > [Third Party] in the top navigation bar to place your Pi Network order.
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Buy with bank transfer
We accept various payment methods, including iDeal and SEPA for EUR, PIX for BRL, PayID for AUD, UPI for INR, QRIS, DANA, and OVO for IDR, SPEI for MXN, and GCash for PHP. These services are facilitated by Alchemy Pay, Banxa, Mercuryo, and Simplex payment gateways. Simply select Buy Crypto > [Third Party] in the top navigation bar and select a fiat currency to place your Pi Network order.
Buy Pi Network with the fiat balance in your Bitget account
You can Deposit fiat funds using Advcash, SEPA, Faster Payments, or PIX payment gateways to top up your Bitget fiat balance. Then, click Buy Crypto > [Cash conversion] in the top navigation bar to place your Pi Network order.
P2P trading
With Bitget P2P, you can buy crypto using over 100 payment methods, including bank transfers, cash, and e-wallets like Payeer, Zelle, Perfect Money, Advcash, and Wise. Simply place an order, pay the seller, and receive your crypto. Enjoy secure transactions with escrow protection.
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Step 3: Monitor Pi Network in your Bitget spot wallet

If you've chosen to purchase Pi Network on Bitget, your Pi Network will be instantly credited to your Bitget spot account upon payment completion. You can click Assets located on the top right corner of the page to check your assets. Additionally, you can buy, deposit, convert, trade, and withdraw them.

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How to buy Pi Network for free

Using real money to buy Pi Network is not the only way to obtainPi Network. If you have the time to allocate, you can get Pi Network for free.

Learn how to earn Pi Network for free through the Learn2Earn promotion
Earn free Pi Network by inviting friends to join Bitget's Assist2Earn promotion
Receive free Pi Network airdrops by joining ongoing challenges and promotions

All crypto airdrops and rewards can be converted to Pi Network through Bitget Convert, Bitget Swap, or Spot Trading.

Note: Want to keep tabs on coin prices? Visit our Coin prices directory or Pi Network Price Page and bookmark them to stay updated!

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PI / USDCurrent price:

$0.3800

+0.01

+3.77%24H

The live Pi Network price today is $0.3800 USD, with a 24-hour trading volume of $13.81M USD. We update our PI to USD price in real-time. PI is 3.77% in the last 24 hours.

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FAQ

Can I buy $1 worth of Pi Network?

In theory, Pi Network is divisible enough that you could buy just $1 worth, but Bitget's spot market requires a minimum order value of $5.

Can I buy $10 of Pi Network?

Yes, can be divided and bought in an amount worth $10. Bitget's spot market has a minimum order value of $5.

Where else can I buy Pi Network?

If a token is not available for purchase via the P2P market or debit/credit card. You can place a buy order for it via the spot market.

Where is the best place to buy Pi Network?

The best place to buy Pi Network is the exchange that provides hassle-free and secure transactions combined with a convenient interface and high liquidity. Millions of users every day choose Bitget as a trusted crypto purchase platform.

Should I buy Pi Network right now?

You should make a decision on purchasing or investing in Pi Network or other tokens after performing your own research and analysis. Bitget provides user-friendly crypto trading and purchasing services. Additional resources such as Bitget Academy and Bitget Insights help users to navigate the current market news and trends.

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The currency of South Africa is the South African Rand (ZAR). It will only take you a few minutes to buy Pi Network(PI) and other cryptocurrencies by ZAR on the Bitget platform using P2P trading, crypto deposit, and third-party payments (using your credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay).

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Cryptocurrency investment activities, including buying Pi Network on Bitget, are subject to market risk. Bitget offers simple and convenient ways to buy Pi Network instantly, and strives to provide transparent information about all cryptocurrencies available on the platform. However, we are not responsible for any outcomes resulting from your Pi Network purchase. This page and its content do not constitute an endorsement of any specific cryptocurrency or method of acquisition.