Stories, deals & updates from Near-U.
Long-reads on how to hire smart, plus Near-U product launches, partnerships and deals.
Near-U partners with BeBlack Tech Hub — and we have a launch date
We're announcing our first operating partnership and pinning a real date on the calendar. Near-U is teaming up with BeBlack Tech Hub Ltd in Warri to run platform operations as we prepare for our full public launch in July. Plus — we're open to partnerships.
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Behind the verification: how Near-U protects both sides of every booking
Trust isn't a slogan — it's a system. Here's exactly how every Near-U provider is vetted and how our escrow keeps clients and providers safe.
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From WhatsApp groups to verified pros: how we plan to change service hiring
Today, finding a tradesperson in Nigeria means asking a friend, a friend's friend, or scrolling a noisy group chat. Here's the future we're building instead.
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Why we built Near-U: Nigeria deserves trust in every hire
Finding a good plumber, tailor or tutor shouldn't feel like a gamble. Near-U is our answer to a country full of brilliant artisans and broken hiring chains.
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