Trust

Verification (KYC) badges

Makola.market operates like an accountable institution. Verification reduces fraud and gives buyers confidence.

Basic

Phone/email verified. Required to contact sellers or list items.

Verified Individual

Government ID + selfie verification. Badge appears on profile and listings.

Verified Business

Business documents verified (recommended for dealers and vendors).

What we collect (typical)

  • Phone/email verification
  • ID document (e.g., Ghana Card) + selfie (where applicable)
  • Business registration documents (for businesses)

We use this information to protect the marketplace. See Privacy for details.