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“I Got My First Client From A Comment Section” Ten People Share The Surprising Ways They Got A Job
Most people think jobs come from job boards, polished applications, and formal interviews, but that’s not always how it happens. Sometimes, work starts in places that don’t look important at all: a reply under a post, a WhatsApp message, a wedding, a church livestream, or a side hustle you didn’t think counted as “real experience.”…
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How to Save in Dollars in Nigeria With Accrue
Saving money in Nigeria is no longer just about discipline. It is also about protecting the value of what you save. With inflation, currency depreciation, and rising living costs, many Nigerians are looking for better ways to preserve their purchasing power. That is one reason dollar savings have become more appealing. Saving in dollars can…
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How to Invest on a Low Income: Smart Ways to Start With Little Money
Many people assume investing is only for high earners. It is not. You do not need a huge salary to begin building wealth. What you need is a simple plan, realistic goals, and the discipline to start with whatever amount you can afford. Even small, consistent investments can grow over time. If you have ever…
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How to Receive Crypto on Accrue in Ghana
If you want to receive crypto on Accrue in Ghana, the process is simple. Accrue lets you generate a wallet address in the app, choose your preferred cryptocurrency and network, and receive funds directly into your account. If you’re receiving crypto payments from abroad or funding your account, knowing how to receive crypto on Accrue…
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How Well Do You Handle Money? Only Those Good With Money Will Score 9/10
AlexI’ve lived many lives, but one lesson ties them all together: money is only as powerful as its utility. Through my work, I share stories about money and create guides for Africans who want to get the best out of theirs.
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“I Lost My Sister’s Money” Five Ghanaians Talk About Losing Money to Ponzi Scheme
You definitely know someone who lost money to a Ponzi scheme. In Nigeria, for instance, three million people lost billions to MMM. In Ghana, Ponzi schemes aren’t new. They show up in WhatsApp groups, after church service conversations, Twitter threads, and market stalls. From the collapse of Menzgold to wave after wave of online “investment…
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How to Receive USDC on Accrue in Ghana
If you’re looking for a simple way to receive USDC on Accrue in Ghana, this guide walks you through everything you need to know. If you want to accept payment in digital dollars, fund your account faster, or manage your money more flexibly, learning how to deposit USDC on Accrue is a useful skill. Accrue…
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Lifestyle Inflation: Smart Ways to Avoid Lifestyle Creep When Your Income Increases
Kojo had just landed his first big boy job. A year earlier, he was surviving on a modest NYSC allowance. He planned carefully, cut back where he could, and made do with what he had. Then came the offer letter: ₦400,000 a month. For the first time, he felt like he could breathe. He did…
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How to Live Like A Local as an Expat in Ghana
Living in Ghana as an expatriate can be exciting, but managing money across currencies is often one of the biggest challenges. You may earn in US dollars, save in foreign currency, and still need Ghana cedis for rent, transport, groceries, and everyday spending. That creates a common expat problem: how do you receive international payments,…
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How Rich or Poor Are You?: Calculate Your Net Worth In A Simple Way
I’m not wealthy yet. When I am, you will know, but I have a few assets here and there. What do you own and owe? Money means different things to different people. Across Africa, wealth is often built step by step, through hard work, resilience, and smart decisions over many years. For you, it is…
