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How Long Do Transfers Take With Accrue? (Transfer Time Explained)
Speed is one of the most important factors when I’m sending or receiving money. If you’re funding your wallet, sending money to family, or withdrawing to your bank account, you want to know exactly how long each transfer takes, like I do. If you’re using Accrue, you know that transfers are designed to be fast,…
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Cheapest Methods to Send Money Across Africa
Cross-border payments within Africa have historically been among the most expensive in the world. For decades, sending money from Nigeria to Ghana, South Africa, or Kenya often meant routing funds through Europe or the United States, incurring multiple correspondent bank fees, poor exchange rates, and long settlement times. In 2026, this reality has changed dramatically,…
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Side Hustles To Make Money As a Corper
The cost of living is high. It’s no joke. Now, if you’re a corper serving in Lagos and only receiving the government’s N77,000 allowance, with transport and other bills draining it fast, you will need an extra stream of income. This is also the same if you’re posted to a rural area with fewer job…
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Ten Side Hustles to Complement Your 9–5 Job
At some point in my career, I picked up freelance writing alongside my 9–5 job because I was short on cash, and my salary often didn’t stretch far enough. I quickly realized I wasn’t alone. Across Nigeria and other African countries, thousands of professionals working full-time jobs are actively searching for side hustles to complement…
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Detty December: A Survival Guide for IJGBs In 2025
Detty December has evolved into its own season, a glittering, high-octane festival of concerts, raves, brunches, beach takeovers, pop-ups, and the most interesting addition is the enthusiastic I Just Got Backs (IJGBs) who arrive in Nigeria and Ghana for Detty December. So, before you begin your annual migration to the streets, here’s your stress-free Detty…
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Yellow Card Retail App Shutdown. Why Accrue Is Your Best Alternative
The stablecoin payments startup, Yellow Card, known for operating in 34 countries and helping millions access USDT and cross-border transfers, announced on October 29 that it is shutting down its retail app. The company says it is shifting its entire focus to enterprise clients, citing a “strategic refocus driven by increased B2B demand.” For many…
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How Elvis Makes $200 As A Cashramp Agent in Cameroon
In Cameroon, 20 years old, Juvis Tchoupi Elvis is balancing his studies in Computer Engineering, teaching math and physics to high school students, and running a growing Cashramp agent business, all while helping people around him access reliable cross-border payments. Elvis’ journey with Cashramp began unexpectedly, through a simple transaction that opened the door to…
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28 Proven Side Hustles for Africans in the US That Pay Well
Living in the US comes with big opportunities, but also big bills. From rent and healthcare to student loans and sending money back home, the cost of living can add up quickly. To bridge the gap, many Africans are finding smart ways to earn extra money by turning their skills, hobbies, and free time into…
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How to Handle Irregular Income as a Freelancer in Africa
One of the biggest financial headaches for freelancers, contractors, and creators in Africa is irregular income. You can make ₦800k this month and barely ₦120k the next. A big project might pay you in full after two weeks or after three frustrating months of follow-ups. The unpredictability can cause stress, make it hard to plan…
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How This Ghanaian Influencer Went From ₵0 Savings To Steady Income
When I sat down to hear Emmanuel Dogbatsey Doe’s story, the Ghanaian influencer popularly known as Don Sarkcess, I knew exactly what I wanted to understand first. How does someone go from being “naturally a spender,” the kind of person who buys the next sneakers, the nicest clothes, and loves treating loved ones to being…
