Made egusi soup in my dorm pot yesterday and my roommate won't stop asking for seconds lol. What's your go-to quick meal when cooking motivation is zero? 🍲

You really don’t have to be stupid because of religion

New in China? Know the signs before you pay anyone. 🚩

These are 5 scams newcomers run into most:
1️⃣ Fake landlords and agents
2️⃣ Too-good-to-be-true supplier deals
3️⃣ Cash swaps with strangers
4️⃣ Fake visa and job "fixers"
5️⃣ Phishing links and fake officials

Swipe for how to spot each one. Save this, and send it to someone who just landed. 🙏

Not sure about a deal? Ask before you pay, in your Hafrik Space. Your city is waiting on Hafrik.

#AfricansInChina #NewInChina #ChinaLife #StudyInChina #TradeInChina #Hafrik

New in China? Don't let a scam be your welcome gift 🚨

Many of us learned these the hard way. Here's what to watch for:

1️⃣ "Agents" who want a big deposit before you've seen the house. View it in person, and only pay against a signed contract.
2️⃣ Suppliers whose prices are far below everyone else's. Visit the shop or factory, or use a trusted agent, before you pay.
3️⃣ Anyone offering a "special visa" or work permit shortcut. Only trust official channels.
4️⃣ Strangers asking you to receive money or parcels for them. Say no.
5️⃣ Fake currency exchange deals on WeChat. Use banks or trusted platforms.
6️⃣ Pressure to "pay now or lose the deal." Real deals can wait a day.

When in doubt, ask people who live here. On Hafrik you can check a business or ask your city Space before you send a single yuan.

Stay safe, and share this with someone new 🙏

#Hafrik #AfricansInChina #ScamAlert #NewInChina

Just landed in China? 🇨🇳✈️ Welcome! We know the feeling: new language, new apps, new rules, and a hundred scattered WeChat and WhatsApp groups where the answer you need gets buried in minutes. 😅

That's why Hafrik exists. A good guide saves you time, money and stress, from finding your feet in a new city to knowing who to trust when you're buying, selling or settling in. Hafrik brings it all together in one place: city Spaces, real people, practical answers. 🤝

Now there's a fun way to practise too: ChinaLife 🎮, a free life-simulation game set in China. Create your character, find a place to live, work shifts, build skills and friendships, and explore city districts. Play as a guest straight away, or sign in with your Hafrik account and your progress syncs across all your devices. 📱

👉 Play here: https://china-life.hafrik.com

Our mission is simple: to be the trusted home for Africans in China, a community you can rely on wherever you are in the country. 💚

Tag a friend who just arrived! 👇

#Hafrik #ChinaLife #AfricansInChina #Guangzhou

Who is a stranger ? I believe you will be quick to answer “someone you don’t know. “

As I go about my daily activities, this thought of who a stranger is hit me hard , I notice a stranger is someone who is not suppose to be in your life . And I wondered how many things and people are presently on our lives that we’re not suppose to be .

In this context , That you don’t know know someone doesn’t necessarily mean the person is a stranger . who knows may he /she have to be in your life . You never can tell.

I pray and hope we will be guided in all we do so we don’t fall in the hands of strangers
Shalom
#avoid-strangers
#motivation
#business

I still remember my first weeks in China. New city, new language, no idea who to trust. I joined endless WeChat and WhatsApp groups, asked the same questions over and over, and still made mistakes I could have avoided: paying too much, trusting the wrong people, and learning things the hard way.

If I'd had a platform like this back then, a lot of that would've been different.

That's exactly why Hafrik was built. It's one place where Africans in China can find their people, get real answers from those who've been there, and trade and live with confidence. 🌍🇨🇳

If you're new here, welcome. You don't have to figure it out alone. Ask, share, connect. That's what we're here for. 💛

#Hafrik #AfricansInChina

I am Onyekachim Frank Eyiuche, popularly known as Kachi, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bellence Technologies Inc. My journey with Bellence represents more than entrepreneurship. It reflects my passion for engineering, my curiosity about how technology works, and my determination to build something meaningful that can grow beyond me.

I have always been interested in understanding things from the inside out. Whether it involves writing code, studying blockchain infrastructure, exploring cybersecurity, developing business concepts, or working on technical production systems, I am driven by the desire to understand problems deeply and find ways to solve them. I do not want to limit myself to one industry when there are opportunities to connect different fields through technology and innovation.

That mindset shapes my role at Bellence. I am responsible for the broader vision, strategic direction, and business development of the company. I work across ideas, technology, research, operations, and venture development, looking at how individual projects can become sustainable businesses within a larger ecosystem. For me, leadership is not simply about holding a title. It is about taking responsibility for the vision, making difficult decisions, identifying opportunities, and continuing to build even when the results are not immediately visible.

Bellence Technologies Inc. has roots dating back to 2017, with formal incorporation in 2025. What began as an entrepreneurial vision has developed into a broader ambition to build a multi-industry technology group operating across software engineering, fintech, blockchain, event production, electrical and technical engineering, and other areas where innovation can create practical value.

Through Bellence, I am also developing an ecosystem of ventures, including Arvotix Productions, our gaming production subsidiary. Every venture represents an opportunity to explore a different market, develop specialised solutions, and create value while contributing to the wider direction of the group.

My approach is hands-on, analytical, and forward-looking. I enjoy working behind the scenes, studying systems, refining ideas, researching opportunities, and thinking about how things can be built better. I understand that meaningful progress takes time, and I believe the strongest businesses are built through a combination of technical knowledge, discipline, sound strategy, collaboration, and consistent execution.

My ambition for Bellence is to build a company that does not depend on a single idea, industry, or market. I want to develop a strong foundation from Nigeria, build valuable ventures, create opportunities for talented people, and expand into international markets as our capabilities grow.

Ultimately, my position at Bellence is deeply connected to what I am trying to build. I am not simply interested in starting a company; I am interested in developing an enduring technology group, establishing systems that can operate and grow sustainably, and turning ideas into businesses that create measurable value.

I am Kachi, the founder and strategic architect behind Bellence Technologies Inc., building at the intersection of engineering, technology, and entrepreneurship with a vision that extends far beyond the present.

Just one day away 💃🏾, scan the QR code using your Wechat and sign up for a couple of Friday evenings with warm hearted people, lovely conversations and some good food.
#Tianjin #Explore_Faith #Alpha_course #prayer #Life_worth_living

Last year I remember wearing a thick sweater when boarding off the plane in Guangzhou, thinking it's gonna be cold in china at that time, but it was so hot. This same time last year was quite hot, but now I'm already dreading the winter ❄️🥶 coming up this year's December and thereafter because why in heavens is it so cold already? By this time last year I was sweating my brows out 😭

The kind of confidence you have to just standup and go take a walk at 4am in China 🇨🇳 is great because you know for sure that, you are safe.

Excellence and Success

Excellence is giving your best in everything you do, even when no one is watching. Success is not achieved overnight; it comes through consistency, discipline, learning, and perseverance.

When you make excellence a habit, success becomes a natural result of your efforts. Keep learning, keep improving, and never give up on yourself.

1 week to go💃🏾, use your Wechat to scan and sign up for either of the two programmes.

#Tianjin #Explore_Faith #Alpha_course, #Life_worth_living
#TCIF

Are you new in #Tianjin, wanna get some notes and tips on how to navigate life in China, you're welcome to join this lovely session organised by TCIF. Scan the QR code using your Wechat to sign up.

do you have any plans for Friday night? Why not gather around with a couple of interesting & warm people, and just share a meal while talking about faith, God, life etc
#Tianjin #faith #prayer

CNBC caught up with Aleese Lightyear, an American who swapped NYC rent stress for Chengdu and now lives on about $30K a year. $278/month for her downtown apartment, student loans paid off, and she's still banking up to $1,000 a month toward a future Mexico beach house. If you've ever wondered why so many foreigners land in China and just... stay, her budget breakdown makes it obvious. Worth watching for the real numbers, not just vibes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9v2wBwDXls

New Update for both IOS & ANDROID
Update your app now….

China’s New Exit-Entry Rules Take Effect September 15, 2026 – What Foreigners Need to Know

China’s State Council has issued new Regulations on Exit and Entry Administration (Order No. 841). They come into force on 15 September 2026.

Key changes for foreigners:

• Providing false materials or making false statements on a visa or entry application can now result in a 1–5 year entry ban.

• Common violations include: fake invitation letters, falsified education/work documents, concealing a previous stay in China, or claiming tourism when the real purpose is business/work.

• Anyone who issues a false invitation letter or supporting documents can be fined RMB 5,000–10,000 (individuals) or RMB 10,000–50,000 (companies), plus confiscation of illegal profits.

• Immigration consultants and visa agents in China face stricter registration and heavier penalties (fines, suspension, or licence revocation).

The rules mainly codify existing practices and close loopholes. Ordinary tourists and genuine business travellers following the rules should not be affected.

Stay accurate, avoid fake documents, and apply for the correct visa category.

Sources: Official State Council regulation + reputable English summaries (Straits Times, China Daily, immigration law firms).