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 […]
Forex Trading Strategies, Synthetic Indices
💸 How to Grow a Small Account Trading Volatility Indices on Deriv (2025)
👋 My Experience Starting Small on V75 When I started trading volatility indices, I was drawn to their 24/7 movement and crazy fast price action — especially Volatility 75 (V75). But like many beginners, I blew several small accounts trying to flip $10 into $100 overnight. The problem wasn’t the market. It was me — […]
When I first started trading synthetic indices years ago, I stuck to one platform — MT5. Not because I had done any research, but simply because it was the only one I knew. Fast forward to now, Deriv offers four different platforms, each with its own setup, strengths, and ideal use cases. If you’re new […]
When I first ventured into trading synthetic indices on Deriv in 2016, I was overwhelmed by the multitude of options. With over a decade of forex trading experience, I still found myself uncertain about which index to start with. This guide is designed to help beginners avoid that initial confusion and set them on the […]
Synthetic indices are available 24/7 — but that doesn’t mean every hour is equal. Timing your trades can make a real difference in volatility, entries, and results. In this guide, I’ll break down the best times to trade synthetic indices like Volatility 75, Boom & Crash, Jump Indices, and more — based on how these […]
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 […]
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 […]
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