Every money transfer tells a story.

It’s not just numbers on a screen — it’s school fees paid, hospital bills covered, groceries delivered, and dreams funded from afar. At Starweave, we believe in people over platforms, so we’re sharing real stories from African diaspora members making a difference from a distance.

These are the faces of the diaspora — and maybe, one of them sounds like you.

🌍 Meet David – UK to Nigeria

“It’s not just money. It’s love, in digital form.”

David, a nurse living in Wolverhampton, sends money to his younger sister in Ibadan every two weeks. It helps her run a small hair salon and pay her university fees.

“When I send that money, I feel like I’m still part of her life — even if I can’t be there physically. It’s my way of saying: ‘I’ve got you.’”

David uses Starweave to transfer both naira and airtime, keeping things flexible for his sister’s needs.

🇨🇦 Meet Esi – Canada to Ghana

“I left for better opportunities, but I carry my family in my heart.”

Esi moved to Toronto in 2017. Today, she works in tech and supports her parents in Accra with monthly bills and health insurance. But she also sends gift cards and flight tickets when her siblings visit abroad.

“Starweave makes it easy. I don’t have to call an agent or go to the bank. I can handle everything from my phone.”

For Esi, giving back is both a duty and a privilege.

🇫🇷 Meet Jamal – France to Senegal & Mali

“One app. Two countries. Same mission: support home.”

Jamal works as a warehouse manager in Lyon, but his heart is in West Africa. With parents in Dakar and cousins in Bamako, he splits his remittances across two countries.

“I use Starweave because I can send XOF, top up airtime, and even manage crypto when needed — all without switching apps.”

His favorite feature? eSIMs that keep him connected when visiting both countries without roaming charges.

💬 Why These Stories Matter

Behind every Starweave transaction is a family, a sacrifice, a hope.

Whether it's ₦5,000 or $500, the value isn't just in the amount — it's in the intention. And in the trust that it will get where it’s needed, when it’s needed.

These stories remind us that the diaspora isn’t just about distance.

It’s about connection, commitment, and care — across borders.

📸 Share Your Story

Are you a part of the diaspora sending money or digital services home?

We’d love to hear from you.

📩 Email us at stories@starweave.co.uk

📱 Or tag us on social media using #FacesOfTheDiaspora

Your journey could inspire someone else to give, to grow, or to start.

🔗 Stay Connected — Always

With Starweave, you don’t just send money — you stay involved.

From transfers and gift cards to crypto, eSIMs, and virtual cards — we help you take care of home, even when you’re far from it.

👉 Start your Starweave journey today