Doing business in China requires a different digital toolkit than in Nigeria. Install these before you travel or start sourcing online.
Must-Have Apps
- WeChat (微信): Messaging, payments, and business communication — indispensable
- Alipay (支付宝): Mobile payments accepted almost everywhere
- Baidu Maps / Amap (高德地图): Navigation to factories and markets
- Pleco or Google Translate: Real-time translation for negotiations
- Didi (滴滴): Ride-hailing across major cities
- 1688 / Taobao: Domestic B2B and retail sourcing platforms
Logistics & Tracking
Use freight forwarder portals and container tracking apps to monitor shipments from port to Lagos or Apapa.