I found the ATMs in Somalia, especially at Dahabshiil in the city, offer better value than whatever the airport counter posts. Just make sure your for...

Honestly, neither option is perfect in South Sudan, but if you have a working foreign card, the ATM will usually give you a way better rate. I only us...

Benin’s transport system mostly works on cash payments for taxis. I didn’t experience any taxis accepting cards or mobile payments. Have enough cash r...

I tried to use a payment app in Bujumbura, but the taxi driver wasn’t set up for it. So just plan to pay in local currency or dollars. ATMs are rare, ...

Taxi drivers in CAR want cash only. The banking system is limited, apps are almost nonexistent, and cards definitely don’t work for taxis. Bring local...

Nearly all public and private taxis in DRC only take cash. I didn’t see mobile payments or cards accepted, even in Kinshasa. It’s best to stock up on ...

During my stay in Eritrea, every taxi driver wanted cash upfront. No card machines or digital payment options. Plan to carry smaller bills though - it...

From my trip, always have enough cash for taxis in Gabon. Drivers don’t commonly accept credit cards or apps. ATMs are around but limited - better t...

In Guinea, definitely stick to cash for taxis. Most drivers won’t take cards or any kind of mobile payment. I frequently withdrew cash from Ecobank AT...