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Ghana is one of the fastest-growing tourist locations in the 21st century. Both Africans and people in the diaspora have been swarming into the country to get a taste of their culture and traditions.  The food, the parties, historical sites, their music, etc. There is so much that can be explored in Ghana. Another growing […]

We can thank technological advancement for the creation of gift cards. These digital assets serve as a direct replacement for cash at their designated store and make our everyday lives easier.  They can be used to purchase items in person, or online, track your spending, and also serve as an awesome present for your loved one. […]

The Nigerian debit card seems to lose value internationally by the day. Not too long ago, you could use your debit cards outside the country, and also on international websites as long as you had enough money to fund your transaction.  As individuals, we all have different tastes and needs. And because of how much […]

Created by the geniuses at Google, the Google play gift card allows you to purchase all your favourite applications, games, and digital content without needing cash or a debit/credit card. It’s like a magic portal to a world of endless entertainment and productivity at your fingertips. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a good […]

It is commonly said that even if Apple releases a piece of bland paper with its logo, it would sell out within months. The brand name “Apple” carries a lot of weight across households and companies globally. Although I take my hats off to their marketing team, the reason they have been able to maintain […]

Steam is a very common name among gamers. They are one of the biggest video gaming distribution companies in the world. What may surprise you is the fact that all transactions on Steam are online. You can play, interact, purchase, and download millions of gaming content without leaving your comfort zone. This is heaven on […]

Macy’s gift card is a preloaded digital asset created by Macy’s to provide an alternative method of payment for items at the brand. Items such as; clothing, footwear, furniture, bedding, etc. This digital asset takes the term convenience shopping to a whole different level.  Asides from being the perfect alternative for cash or debit/credit cards […]

Gift cards are very resourceful at their designated brands, and they help make the payment process in general much easier. However, the major reason for their buzz in Nigeria is not necessarily what they can do at their brand but rather outside the brand. The resale of gift cards for cash, popularly known as “gift […]

Gift cards are a brilliant marketing tool created by brands to ensure customer retention and give them a convenient method of shopping at their brand.  Both small and large-scale businesses incorporate them. They are good to look at, and it also guarantees you would be coming back to the brand to patronize them. In reality, […]