What are some rules anyone coming to China should be aware of?

#Universities #Visa #Schools #Travel #Culture #Language #Community #Diaspora

One thing I learnt that shook me way too vigorously within is this...
"If your life was a movie, and you were watching yourself now, would you be glad about what you're doing, and what would you be doing differently?"
Yeah I nearly cried , nevertheless it pushed me to start reading more, and develop certain skills, and I must say, if we all, mostly young African can ask ourselves just this question, it would make a great change, what do you think???

#Diaspora #Community

Less than 24 hours to launch.

On the 13th, we made the decision to push forward and officially launch the full native Hafrik app.

Since then, it’s been intense.

Not just building and fixing things, but constantly thinking:
Are we doing this the right way?
Is there anything we’re missing?
Can this be better?

One thing I’ve learned through this process:

Clarity doesn’t come before you start.
It comes as you build.

The more you build, the clearer the vision becomes.
The clearer the direction becomes.

But even with that clarity, there’s still a certain pressure that comes with bringing something real into the world. Especially when you know people are going to depend on it.

The past two weeks have also come with challenges, especially with app store approvals. It hasn’t been smooth.

But we’re here now.

And we’re ready.

Hafrik is more than just an app.
It’s a platform built to connect people to opportunities, services, and a community, starting from China and expanding globally.

If everything goes as planned, we go live very soon.

Let’s see how it unfolds.

Living in a new country can quietly turn into a routine of work and home, class and home. Before you know it, months pass and you’ve met almost no one outside your small circle.

If you’re in China, don’t let that happen.

Opportunities here rarely show up through isolation. They come through conversations, shared meals, events, collaborations, introductions, and simply being visible. The people you meet today can open doors you didn’t even know existed tomorrow.

Go out. Attend that meetup. Join that community. Start the conversation.
Don’t just survive in China. Build something here.

#LifeInChina #Networking #ForeignersInChina #BuildYourCircle #GrowthMindset #HafrikTv #podcast #Hafrik #horlaarsman

We are excited to announce that our official full native Hafrik app will be launching in 10 days.

Hafrik is an all-in-one platform built to make life in China easier for foreigners, students, entrepreneurs, and travelers. From services and jobs to housing, city guides, business, and community, Hafrik connects you to everything you need in one place.

This is not just a platform, it’s a community and a support system for anyone living in or moving to China.

The countdown has begun. 10 days to go.

Stay tuned for the official launch.
www.hafrik.com

#Business #Community

I’ve been thinking a lot recently about building, growth, and direction.

Over the past few years, I’ve moved countries, built products, started companies, made mistakes, learned hard lessons, met amazing people, and started building something bigger than I initially planned.

One thing I’ve realized is that life rarely goes in a straight line.

Most of the time, you’re just figuring things out, adjusting, learning, failing, fixing, and continuing.

Right now, I’m focused on building Hafrik and a few other things around community, technology, and media.

Still building. Still learning. Still growing.

What we’re building with Hafrik is not just another social media platform.

It’s a living network for Africans everywhere.

Students landing in a new country trying to figure things out.
Entrepreneurs searching for suppliers and real opportunities.
Travelers who want trusted information from people who actually live there.
Communities that need faster updates than rumors and WhatsApp broadcasts.

Hafrik is where connection turns into opportunity.

A place where Africans across China, Europe, the US, and beyond can share knowledge, move information quickly, trade, collaborate, and grow together.

We’re not just building an app.
We’re building infrastructure for the African global community.

And this is only the beginning.

#Hafrik #AfricanCommunity #BuildingInPublic

Happy Chinese New Year!

To everyone celebrating, we wish you a year filled with good health, happiness, success, and new opportunities.

May this new year bring growth in your career, business, studies, and personal life. For those living in China, we hope this season brings peace, celebration, and meaningful moments with friends and family.

Thank you for being part of Hafrik. We’re grateful for this community and excited for what we’ll build together this year.

祝大家新年快乐，万事如意

— The Hafrik Team

Ready to start (or level up) your Chinese? You are in the right place.

This community is for learners at all stages, from complete beginners to confident speakers. Here, we practice together, help each other, and make learning Chinese easier and more fun.

🔗 Join and invite others here:
https://hafrik.com/groups/LearnChinese

New here? Introduce yourself in the comments:
1️⃣ Your country
2️⃣ Your Chinese level (Beginner / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)
3️⃣ Why you want to learn Chinese

Let’s grow together, one word and one sentence at a time

How Life in China Inspired Hafrik — A Community for Africans Abroad
https://youtu.be/qnb6aRpKA_I

How Life in China Inspired Hafrik — A Community for Africans Abroad
https://youtu.be/qnb6aRpKA_I

Hafrik started in China.
Not as a company, but as a response to confusion, isolation, and misinformation many Africans face when living abroad.
What began as a small community is growing into something bigger.

A home away from home for Africans abroad.

Wherever you land, Hafrik is home.

#Hafrik #AfricansAbroad #AfricansInChina #DiasporaStories #lifeabroad
https://youtu.be/qnb6aRpKA_I

Shenyang | West Tower “Fairy-Tale” BBQ Spot
If you’re looking for somewhere cozy and beautiful to eat in Shenyang, check out this Korean BBQ spot in West Tower (Xita). During blue hour, the wooden cabin lights up and the whole area feels warm and romantic.

The food isn’t just pretty. The beef is super tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The scallion, miso, and wasabi sauces really take it to another level.

What to try:
✔ Korean Bibimbap
✔ Thick-cut pork belly
✔ Beef with scallion + wasabi
✔ Miso flavored beef
✔ Grilled thick sliced beef
✔ Mango rice wine slush
✔ Lychee soju cocktail

Address (中文):
辽宁省沈阳市和平区瑰春南路9号

Taking a taxi? Show the driver this:
我要去：沈阳市和平区瑰春南路9号
（美香烤肥牛专门店）

Good for friends, dates, and small hangouts.

If you’ve been here before, tell us what you ordered.
If you go, share your photos so others in the Shenyang community can discover it too.

Happy New Year from Hafrik!
Wishing you growth, good health, new opportunities, and more wins this year.
Thank you for being part of our community. Let’s build bigger and better together.