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Taxes Abroad: What Every African Newcomer Should Know About Filing
Tokunbo Central’s answer: tax rules differ widely and change every year, so use your country’s official tax authority website or a qualified professional. General lessons from… read reply
Jollof Wars Abroad: Nigerian vs Ghanaian vs Senegalese Jollof, Who Wins?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: we are staying neutral, but here is what each side usually argues.Nigerian jollof: long-grain parboiled rice, a rich pepper and tomato base, often… read reply
Where Do Muslims Abroad Find Halal Suya, Meat and African Restaurants?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: community members share these routes.Halal butchers: common in many cities, often run by South Asian, Middle Eastern or African owners. Ask about slaughter… read reply
How to Make Fufu, Pounded Yam or Ugali Abroad Without a Mortar and Pestle
Tokunbo Central’s answer: home cooks abroad mostly use flours and a strong wooden spoon. What works:Pounded yam: poundo or yam flour gives a smooth result in… read reply
What Are Ghanaian, East African and Other African Ingredients Called Abroad? Kontomire, Shito, Sukuma Wiki and More
Tokunbo Central’s answer: here are names that help people find these ingredients abroad. Add yours.Kontomire (Ghana): cocoyam or taro leaves. Spinach is the usual substitute.Shito (Ghana):… read reply
Where to Buy Ankara, Aso Oke, Kente and African Fabrics Abroad
Tokunbo Central’s answer: these are the routes people use most.African fabric shops and markets in cities with large African communities, and African stalls at street markets.Online… read reply
How to Ship Items Home to Africa: Cargo, Barrels and What to Watch Out For
Tokunbo Central’s answer: people who ship home often share these tips.Choose by urgency: air cargo is fast but costly; sea freight and barrels are cheaper for… read reply
Healthcare Abroad for New Arrivals: How to Register With a Doctor and Avoid Big Bills
Tokunbo Central’s answer: every country’s system is different, so start with the official health service or your insurer. Advice that applies almost everywhere:Register early: sign up… read reply
Can I Use or Convert My Nigerian, Ghanaian or Kenyan Driver's Licence Abroad?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: rules depend on the country, and sometimes the state or province, so check the official licensing authority. Common experience:Short-term use: many places let… read reply
Loneliness Abroad: How Do Africans Build Friendships and Community in a New Country?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: loneliness is one of the most common struggles for Africans abroad, and you are not alone in feeling it. What helps most:Join something… read reply
Accent and Name Wahala: Should You Change Your Accent or Name to Fit In Abroad?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: people feel strongly about this, and both sides have reasons.Your name is your identity: many people insist colleagues learn to pronounce it, and… read reply
Funniest Things Colleagues Abroad Have Said About African Food
Tokunbo Central’s answer: every African abroad has a story like this. Food is also one of the easiest ways to share your culture.Common reactions: surprise at… read reply
Japa or Stay: Is Moving Abroad Still Worth It in 2026?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: honest answers from people who have done it tend to agree on a few points.It can be worth it for people with in-demand… read reply
How Do I Find an African Church or Mosque Abroad?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: these are the easiest ways newcomers find a place of worship and community.Search our directories: the Church Directory lists over 1,250 African and… read reply
Naming Ceremonies, Weddings and Burials Abroad: How Do Families Keep Traditions?
Tokunbo Central’s answer: families abroad adapt traditions in creative ways.Naming ceremonies: held at home, church, mosque or a hall, often with grandparents joining by video and… read reply