10 Legit Online Jobs for Kenyan Students That Pay via M-Pesa (2025 Edition)

 Are you a student in Kenya looking to make money online without needing a bank account? Good news — it’s 2025 and M-Pesa is accepted by most digital platforms! In this post, I’ll share 10 legit online jobs that you can do right from your phone or laptop — and get paid via M-Pesa.


1. Online Writing (Article, Blog, SEO Content)

Many websites and businesses pay students to write content. If you can write in English or Swahili clearly, you’re ready to start.

Pay: Ksh 300–1,000 per article  

Tools: WriterBay, iWriter, Facebook groups (e.g., Writers Arena KE)  

M-Pesa Payouts: Most Kenyan clients or agencies use M-Pesa


2. Graphic Design  

Are you good with Canva or Adobe Illustrator? Start designing posters, logos, or social media content.  

Pay: Ksh 500–3,000 per gig  

Tools: Canva, Figma, Adobe Express  

Tip: Market your services on WhatsApp, Instagram & X (Twitter)


 3. Video Editing (Shortform for TikTok, YouTube, Reels)  

Many small creators need editors. If you know CapCut or VN Editor, this is for you.  

Pay: Ksh 200–1,500 per video  

Start small and grow as you build a portfolio


 4. Transcription Jobs  

Listen to audio and type what you hear. Easy, but needs focus.  

Websites: TranscribeMe, Rev, GoTranscript  

Pay: $0.30–$1.00 per audio minute  

✅ Kenyan transcription accounts sometimes buy jobs in bulk and pay via M-Pesa


5. Online Tutoring  

Are you good at a subject like Math, Chemistry, or Kiswahili? Tutor other students online.  

Platforms: Learnamic, Facebook tutoring groups  

Pay: Ksh 500–2,000 per session  

 M-Pesa is the most common payment method


 6. Affiliate Marketing  

Promote other people’s products using your link. You earn when someone buys.  

Sites: Jumia Affiliate, Kilimall Affiliate, ClickBank (use PayPal to M-Pesa)  

 Share links via blog, WhatsApp status, Telegram, YouTube


7. Filling Paid Online Surveys  

Yes, some legit surveys work in Kenya. Not all are scams!  

Websites: Swagbucks, TimeBucks, Surveytime.io  

Pay: $0.50–$5 per survey  

Use PayPal then withdraw via M-Pesa


8. Virtual Assistant Work  

Help people with simple tasks: replying to emails, posting on social media, data entry.  

Find jobs on: Upwork, Freelancer, Kenyan Facebook groups  

Ksh 5,000–15,000 per month part-time  

 M-Pesa used by most local clients


9. Selling Digital Products  

Make a PDF guide, eBook, or templates — and sell on Instagram, WhatsApp, or Shopify.  

Ideas: KCSE Revision Notes, How to Start a Hustle  

Instant M-Pesa payments via STK push


10. Playing & Testing Mobile Apps or Games  

Some apps pay you to test features or play games.  

Try: Honeygain, TimeBucks, Mistplay  

Most pay via PayPal → withdraw using M-Pesa


Final Thoughts  

As a Kenyan student, you don’t need to be rich or have a laptop to make money online. You only need:

- Internet access (Wi-Fi or bundles)

- Consistency

- Patience


Start small. Choose 1 or 2 online jobs from this list and commit. Before long, you’ll be loading that M-Pesa balance and maybe even helping your folks out!

 Have you tried any of these jobs? Want help starting one? Drop a comment or reach me on the contact at johngregory6400@gmail.com

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