Money, freelancing and side hustles

How to make money as a university student in Kenya without dropping out

Practical ways to make money as a university student in Kenya. Side hustles, freelancing, campus businesses and what to avoid so you graduate with skills.

Upwork for Kenyan students: is it worth it in first year?

A clear look at Upwork for Kenyan university students. What it takes to land a first gig, what pays, and whether first year is too early to start.

Tech side hustles for students: what pays and what wastes a semester

Tech side hustles for Kenyan university students ranked by income, skill-building, and time cost. What pays, what wastes your semester, and where to start.

How to price your first freelance website as a student in Kenya

How to price your first freelance website as a Kenyan student. What to charge, how to quote, what affects the price, and how to avoid working for free.

Building websites for local businesses as a student: a starter playbook

How to find, pitch, and deliver website projects for local businesses as a Kenyan university student. Finding clients, getting paid, and building a portfolio.

How to get clients to pay on time when you are 19 and they are not

How to get freelance clients to pay on time as a young student in Kenya. Deposits, clear terms, follow-ups, and what to do when someone ghosts after delivery.

Campus businesses that teach real skills, and the ones that only sell airtime

Which campus businesses build skills for a tech career and which just keep you busy. A ranked list for Kenyan university students who want income and skills.