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Guides for shopping, shipping and selling between Africa and the diaspora

Practical answers on buying from home, paying safely with escrow, shipping from Nigeria, and growing an African brand abroad.

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How does escrow work on Afreecart?

Afreecart holds your payment until your order is completed, so sellers are only paid once you confirm delivery. Here's exactly when money moves, how early releases work, and what happens if something goes wrong.

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How do I buy Nigerian products from abroad?

A step-by-step guide to buying authentic Nigerian food, fabrics, fashion and crafts from the UK, US, Canada or anywhere in the diaspora, with your payment protected by escrow.

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How can African brands sell to the diaspora?

How African-owned brands and service providers can reach customers in Europe, North America and beyond, from opening a free Afreecart store to getting paid securely and shipping across borders.

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How do I ship a package from Nigeria to the UK or abroad?

How Afreecart's Ship Request works, from creating your request in the app to the final quote, insurance and delivery times of 5–14 business days internationally.