How to Join
We know not everyone joining from Africa or the diaspora has the same internet strength, phone type, or time to troubleshoot. This page keeps the process simple.
Three Ways to Join
- Join directly through Zoom. If your app or browser works normally, use the published Zoom link on the event page.
- Get help through WhatsApp. If Zoom is confusing, your phone is older, or your connection is unstable, use the help path on the event page and ask for guidance before the event starts.
- Use the fallback path. If you cannot join live, check for the replay, audio recap, phone buddy option, or local watch hub information posted with the event.
Before the Event
- Open the event page early and save the Zoom details somewhere easy to find.
- Charge your phone and test your audio if possible.
- If you think you may need help, ask early instead of waiting until the meeting has already started.
Current Event
Upcoming Event
Fashion Trade Table 25
Fashion working session for reviewed Black2Africa partners on the Chicago to Dakar route.
Direct Zoom
Join directly if your phone or browser can open Zoom.
Add the Zoom link in event details.Help Through WhatsApp
Use a human support path if you need help getting into the room.
Add a WhatsApp help contact.Replay or Audio Recap
Use the fallback path if the app fails or the connection is weak.
Add the replay or audio recap link.Phone Buddy Path
Phone-first help will be posted after the host team confirms the support path.
Plain-Text Instructions
Draft seed event. Add final host, access link, and plain-text join path before publishing.
Support Guides
- Mar 18, 2026How to Join When Zoom Is Difficult
A starter guide for phone-first participants who need a simpler path into the event.