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Falling in love with Africhange: A Tale of 6 Referrals and Counting

Having someone speak so fondly about a product is no common feat. In fact, our conversation with Mr. Cosmas had us bursting with laughter as he shared his Africhange experience and the seamless transactions he enjoys within Canada and Nigeria. At this point, it is safe to say that Mr.

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Unlock cash rewards: Earn Loyalty points on Africhange

In our ongoing commitment to improving user satisfaction, much beyond the provision of affordable international remittances, convenient bill payment for users in Canada, and numerous money transfer benefits, we are now happy to launch a new feature (Afripoint) that will reward all users with Loyalty points for every transaction. These

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Send money to Ghana from Nigeria

The brotherly relationship between Nigeria and Ghana is known to nearly everyone, particularly because the two neighboring countries share close similarities in food, music, and culture. However, until now, money transfers were a constant hassle between them. In today’s world where the need to transfer money across borders is

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Make Money Online: Refer and Earn CAD 20 on Africhange

Referral programs are one of many ways to make money online. They provide you with an easy and secure way to share your reviews, experiences, and recommendations about a service or product with others. And sometimes earn a commission or reward in return. In Africhange, our referral program gives you

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Pay Canadian Bills Online: 7 Bills You Can Pay on Africhange

Credit cards, tuition fees, government tax, internet/cellular, insurance, national retailers, and other utilities are some of the many bills Canadians pay regularly. Often, this simple act -bill payment- is overshadowed by an obliqueness of numerous payment methods. To curb this and provide a more convenient process, Africhange offers a

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Migrating to Australia as a Nigerian: Six Visa Options to Explore and Steps to Take

Migrating to a new country is a life-changing decision. One that is no doubt interesting. It introduces you to a whole new world of culture, cuisine, environment, people, and sometimes, weather. Interestingly, studies consistently rank Australia and Canada as the most welcoming countries for immigrants, and recent data from the

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Send Money from Nigeria to Canada with the Best Rates

Canada and Nigeria have maintained diplomatic relations since 1962. In fact, as at 2021, Nigeria had the highest number of international students in Canada among African countries. In addition to Nigerian students paying Canadian tuition fees abroad, the two nations have engaged in bilateral trade amounting to over $2.2

Send money from Australia to Nigeria at the best rates

Send Money from Australia to Nigeria at the Best Rates

One tip to enjoy the best rates when sending money between Australia and Nigeria is choosing a remittance provider that offers you fast transfers, zero hidden fees and good exchange rates. A good example is Africhange. With Africhange, you are able to avoid the hassles and inconveniences of traditional money

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Simplified Payment: Pay Canadian Tuition Fees Abroad from Nigeria as an International Student

It is not uncommon for some Canadian institutions to request a tuition fee deposit from international students before issuing a letter of acceptance. And with the current unified exchange rate, Nigerians looking to study in Canada can process their tuition fees and other essential expenses while still in Nigeria. In

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New Immigration Pathways for Tech Talents Moving To Canada

Canada remains resolute in its commitment to becoming a destination for immigrants, and the government's new immigration policies are leaving no stone unturned in attracting top tech talent from around the world. Recently, Canada's Honorable Minister Sean Fraser announced new immigration pathways designed to address the

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How To Make Money Online: 5 Easy Ways to Make Money Online

The average internet user spends a minimum of 6 hours 35 minutes a day on the internet, with over 2 hours 30 minutes navigating social media applications. To justify this time, solve financial needs and cope with rising inflation rates, the prospect of earning money online, (passively or as a

Ensuring Safe Money Transfers. Easy tips for Securing your Online Transactions

In today's digital era, millions of people pay for goods or services through online transfers, or conveniently send and receive money online with just a few clicks. Through this, they are able to effortlessly transfer money across borders, pay bills, and make purchases etc. However, there is a

Incident Report: NGN Virtual Account Funding Delay (April 29 - May 6 2023)

Brief Overview Over the weekend of April 29 - May 3  2023, our partner bank experienced technical issues that affected incoming NGN deposits to virtual accounts. This unprecedented delay resulted in an unpleasant user experience for our Africhange users and eventually us during the reconciliation of the affected users. Here,

Understanding the Impacts of Nigeria’s Cash Crisis on Remittances

Nigeria is the largest recipient of remittances in sub-saharan Africa according to data from the World Bank, receiving up to $20.9 billion in 2022, a 7.5% growth compared to 13.2% in 2021, but what happens when the majority of Nigerians are unable to withdraw their funds in

Building a support system abroad

Studies show that social isolation, depression, loneliness and other mental health issues have been traced to a lack of a support system. Particularly with the rise of remote work and rippled effects of the pandemic, many remote workers say that they feel lonely and some report increased stress levels. A

Introducing a New Way to Send Money to Ghana and Kenya with Africhange! - Mobile Money

Africhange is thrilled to announce the launch of our new mobile money feature for sending money to Ghana and Kenya from Canada! With Africhange, you now have an additional option to send money to your loved ones in these countries with ease and convenience. Our mobile money transfer feature allows

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Adjusting to a New Culture as an African Immigrant in Canada: Challenges and Triumphs

Adjusting to a new culture as an African immigrant in Canada presents a unique set of challenges and triumphs. As a culturally diverse nation with a long history of immigration, it is important for African immigrants to be prepared for some of the cultural and geographical differences they may encounter.

6 Easy-to-Get Jobs for new Immigrants in Canada

To settle as an immigrant in a country, you need a job, and although there are cases where your job can make you an immigrant, more often than not, you will need to find a job. To work in Canada, you’ll need to know your eligibility to work status,

6 Tips for finding the best exchange rates when sending money to Africa

Finding the best exchange rate is crucial when searching for effective ways to send money to Africa or any other country. The exchange rate is the rate at which one currency is converted into another currency, and it can vary widely depending on the exchange provider. A good exchange rate

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Africhange Launches CAD-KES Corridor

Africhange is excited to announce the launch of our new CAD-KES corridor, making it easier than ever to send money to Kenya from Canada. Sending money to loved ones in Africa and abroad can be a difficult and time-consuming process, often involving high fees and long wait times. But with

9 Money Transfer Scams to Watch Out For in 2023

Money transfer scams have unfortunately become rampant over the years, despite regulators and remittance companies doing their best to protect users through education and enhanced security measures for remittors. One of the best ways to protect yourself from fraud and transfer scams is to know what forms they can come

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5 Effective ways to send money to Africa

New options of sending money globally, particularly in Africa where remittances play a crucial role in the economy and livelihoods of many, are constantly emerging. While these options may seem challenging to people without experience, with some practice, the process can easily and efficiently be completed. Here are 5 effective

8 Financial New Year’s resolution for 2023

A new year signifies new beginnings, and one important area of your life to focus on is your finances. Additionally, a survey by Leger points to money being a major cause of concern for many including Canadians.  By making financial resolutions and sticking to them, you can improve your financial

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Employee Spotlight: Tunji Obaoye

This  is Tunji Obaoye, the Senior Product Manager at Africhange! Tunji has been with Africhange since its inception and has played a crucial role in the development and success of the company and her products. He is highly skilled in product management and possesses a strong understanding of the market