15+ freelance websites for Africans
Upwork – Global freelance marketplace for writing, design, dev, marketing. (Upwork)
Fiverr – Gig-based marketplace where you list services (“gigs”) and set your price. (Fiverr.com)
Andela – Technology talent platform, focused on connecting Africa-based tech talent with global remote roles.
Guru – Freelance marketplace across many categories (design, writing, programming).
PeoplePerHour – Hourly & project-based freelance jobs, useful for ad-hoc gigs.
Toptal – Premium marketplace (higher vetting) with the potential for higher pay.
Dribbble – Design-focused community + job board: good for creatives to get discovered.
Hubstaff Talent – Free directory where freelancers list themselves; clients can find you there.
99Designs – Marketplace for design contests and client design work.
ProZ – Platform for translators and language-service freelancers.
Remote.co – Remote-job board with contract/freelance roles globally.
FlexJobs – Vetted remote & freelance role listings (subscription required for full access).
Jooble – Job aggregator where you can find freelance/contract roles globally.
Italki – Platform for language tutors; if you’re bilingual you can teach online.
Behance – While primarily a portfolio site, many freelancers get leads directly via Behance profiles.
- HireTalent Africa – Curated recruitment and staffing platform built for Africa’s top remote professionals.
Why it matters: Unlike generic marketplaces, HireTalent focuses exclusively on verified African talent — connecting them to global employers with compliance, verification, and long-term career support.
