When I started trading, there was nothing like DP2P. Back then, the only “peer-to-peer” platforms we knew were crypto exchanges like LocalBitcoins or Paxful. To fund my forex accounts, I relied heavily on Skrill and Neteller — and trust me, they were the lifeline for most traders across Africa. Then came 2021. That was the […]
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I’ve been a Deriv payment agent since the feature was first introduced in 2021, and I’ve helped hundreds of traders across Africa deposit and withdraw using local payment methods like mobile money, bank transfers, and even cash. In my view, one of the biggest reasons Deriv has become so popular across Africa is because of […]
Lot size mistakes are one of the biggest killers of small accounts on Deriv. Unlike forex, synthetic indices have different minimum and maximum lot sizes, and Deriv doesn’t use pips — it uses point-based movement pricing. That means 0.01 on V75 and 0.01 on Boom 1000 aren’t the same thing. In this post, I’ll break […]
When I first opened my Deriv account in 2016, I thought logging in would be just like any other broker. I was wrong. I tried to log in to MT5 directly — and got stuck. I used the wrong email on the mobile app — and got stuck again. If you’re facing the same issues, […]
Back in 2017 when I first verified my Deriv account, I uploaded a scan of my national ID and a utility bill that was not in my name.. Rejected. Twice. I thought it was Deriv being strict — but the truth is, I didn’t follow the exact document requirements. If you’ve had your Deriv verification […]
Before risking a single dollar, I always start by testing new setups and pairs on a Deriv demo account — especially for Volatility 75, Boom 1000, and newer synthetic indices. The truth is, many traders rush into live accounts and blow them in days. Demo gives you a safe environment to test how MT5 works, […]
Forex Guides, Forex Trading Tips, Synthetic Indices
How To Trade Synthetic Indices On MT5 📈(Updated 2025)
Synthetic indices are algorithm-based markets offered by Deriv that mimic real-world volatility—but without being affected by news or central banks. They’re available 24/7 and include assets like Volatility 75, Boom 1000, Crash 500, and Range Break 100. They’ve become hugely popular in countries like South Africa, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Botswana because of their constant […]
As long as you’re using Deriv, there will come a time when you need to contact support. Maybe your verification is stuck. Maybe a withdrawal hasn’t reflected. Or maybe something just isn’t working right. This guide walks you through the fastest and most reliable ways to contact Deriv support — depending on the issue. 📌 […]
When I first discovered synthetic indices back in 2016, I was deep in forex losses. I knew about spreads, slippage, and news spikes—but I didn’t expect Deriv’s synthetic charts to move 24/7 with zero news drama. Since then, I’ve flipped accounts on both sides. And here’s the truth: both markets can change your life—or blow […]
When I first joined Deriv back in 2016, I was completely lost on how to fund or withdraw. I didn’t know which method to use, what the limits were, or why my money sometimes took days to reflect. Fast forward to today — after years of trial, error, and flipping accounts — I’ve got the […]
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