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How to Verify a Chinese Supplier Before You Pay
A practical checklist African buyers can use to confirm a Chinese supplier is real, registered and able to deliver — before any deposit is sent.
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Supplier Verification3 min read
How to Verify a Chinese Supplier Before You Pay
A practical checklist African buyers can use to confirm a Chinese supplier is real, registered and able to deliver — before any deposit is sent.
Shipping & Logistics2 min read
Sea or Air? Choosing How to Ship from China to East Africa
How to decide between sea freight and air freight for cargo from China to East Africa, based on product type, urgency, budget and destination.
China Sourcing3 min read
First Time Sourcing from China: A Practical Guide for East African Buyers
A step-by-step introduction for East African entrepreneurs buying from China for the first time — from defining requirements to receiving cargo.
Quality Control2 min read
What Actually Happens During a Pre-Shipment Quality Inspection
Inside a pre-shipment inspection in China: what gets checked, how sampling works, what the report contains, and how to act on the results.
Business in China2 min read
Visiting Guangzhou to Source: How to Make the Trip Worth It
A practical guide for African business owners planning a sourcing trip to Guangzhou — markets, the Canton Fair, factory visits and follow-up.