How to Make Money on Jumia, Konga, and Amazon as a Nigerian
- Simon Zaku
- Oct 31
- 5 min read
Introduction (My Story)
I’ve always been fascinated by how people make money online.
Three years ago, I was that curious Nigerian who thought Jumia, Konga, and Amazon were only for buying things — not for earning from them.
But when I finally learned that ordinary people like me were quietly earning dollars and naira every single month through these same platforms, I decided to test it myself.
The results changed everything for me.
Today, I make consistent income using Jumia, Konga, and Amazon — not by selling my own products (at least not yet), but by partnering with them smartly.
And the best part?
You don’t need to be a tech genius, have a big following, or even own a shop to do it.
In this post, I’ll show you exactly how I earn from each platform — step-by-step — and how you can do the same from anywhere in Nigeria in 2025.
Perfect — let’s build it out.
“How I Make Money on Jumia, Konga, and Amazon as a Nigerian”
(2025 Step-by-Step Breakdown)
How I Make Money on Jumia Nigeria
Most Nigerians know Jumia as an online shopping site.
What they don’t realize is that Jumia actually pays everyday users who help them bring in sales.
I started with the Jumia KOL Program (KOL means “Key Opinion Leader”).
It’s basically Jumia’s affiliate program — they give you a special link for any product you promote.
When someone clicks your link and buys something, you get a commission in naira.
I signed up for free through their website.
Once I got my dashboard, I began sharing links on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter — but I did it smartly.
Instead of randomly dropping links, I made short reviews like:
“This ₦12,000 power bank lasted me two weeks without charging. Here’s where I got it 👇🏾”
Those small personal stories worked.
People trusted my experience more than generic ads, and the clicks began converting into earnings.
On average, I make between ₦30,000 to ₦70,000 per month just from Jumia referrals — especially during Black Friday and back-to-school seasons.
You can also go further by:
Creating product-review blogs or YouTube videos.
Sharing deals in Facebook or Telegram groups.
Running small sponsored ads (if you can afford it) targeting Nigerian buyers.
The secret? Talk like a real customer, not a marketer.
How I Make Money on Konga Nigeria
Konga has two main ways to make money: Konga Affiliate and Konga Seller (Marketplace).
I personally started as an affiliate, same idea as Jumia’s KOL — but the commissions were higher on some categories like electronics and home appliances.
Once my affiliate side was running smoothly, I took things up a notch and joined the Konga Seller Program.
This allowed me to sell real items on the platform, even if they weren’t mine.
How? I started dropshipping.
I partnered with small business owners in my area who sold items like phone accessories, fashion wear, and kitchen gadgets.
I listed their products on Konga, and when orders came in, they fulfilled them while I took a cut of the profits.
It felt like running an e-commerce store without owning stock.
Konga pays weekly, and I love that transparency.
With effort, you can easily cross ₦100,000+ monthly if you build trust with your buyers and stay consistent with product uploads.
How I Make Money on Amazon
Amazon is different. Most Nigerians think they can’t join because it’s a foreign platform — but that’s not true anymore.
I joined through Amazon Associates, their global affiliate program.
You can sign up from Nigeria as long as you have a working email, phone number, and payout method (like Payoneer).
Here’s what I do:
I write product recommendation articles and publish them on my blog, then add Amazon affiliate links. Example:
“Top 5 USB Microphones for Nigerian Podcasters” — every product listed there links back to Amazon.
Whenever someone from Nigeria or anywhere else buys through my link, Amazon pays me a percentage in dollars.
To receive my money, I connected my Amazon account to Payoneer, which gives you a U.S. virtual bank account.
Once my balance hits $10 or more, I get paid directly into Payoneer, and from there, I transfer it to my Nigerian bank.
Amazon also has a Merch by Amazon platform, where you can design T-shirts and get paid every time someone buys one — no inventory needed.
That’s my next experiment for 2025.
How to Combine All Three for Bigger Earnings
Here’s the strategy I use now:
Write or talk about problems Nigerians face — like finding reliable power banks, laptops, or cheap kitchen tools.
Recommend products that solve those problems — using your affiliate links from Jumia, Konga, or Amazon.
Share those reviews everywhere — WhatsApp, X (Twitter), YouTube, or a blog.
It’s not about being loud — it’s about being helpful.
The more your advice feels genuine, the more people buy through your link.
Quick Tips That Helped Me Grow Faster
Always shorten your affiliate links using Bitly — it looks cleaner.
Track what product links get the most clicks, and focus on them.
Create helpful content around trending shopping seasons (Black Friday, Valentine’s, Back to School).
Keep screenshots of your earnings to inspire trust in others.
What I Learned Along the Way
Making money online as a Nigerian isn’t about luck or connections.
It’s about consistency.
Most people try for two weeks and quit.
I’ve learned that if you treat affiliate marketing or e-commerce like a real business, the results will shock you.
Every platform — Jumia, Konga, or Amazon — rewards the ones who stay consistent and adapt.
Alright, let’s land this one powerfully.
What’s Next for You?
If you’ve read this far, you’re already ahead of 90% of Nigerians who keep saying “I’ll start tomorrow.”
Affiliate marketing and e-commerce on Jumia, Konga, and Amazon aren’t secrets — they’re open doors.
The only difference is that most people never walk through them.
You don’t need to be an expert. You don’t even need a laptop.
All you need is data, consistency, and the willingness to actually start.
Here’s what to do next:
Sign up for at least one affiliate program today.
Start small — but start. Share just one product link with your friends, WhatsApp groups, or Facebook page. Watch what happens.
Learn how to grow. I’ll be releasing a free IbiFoundry beginner guide on “How to Start Affiliate Marketing in Nigeria (2025 Edition).” It’ll include ready-to-use affiliate link templates, post ideas, and payout calculators.
If you’d like early access to that guide when it drops, sign up for free on ibifoundry.com.ng or join our IbiFounders-only community.
Because this isn’t just about earning — it’s about learning how to multiply your digital voice into real income.
About the Writer - Who is Simon Taki Zaku?
Simon Taki Zaku is the founder and CEO of IbiFoundry LTD.
He writes about creativity, entrepreneurship, technology, and the future of digital work in Africa.
Through IbiFoundry, he helps young Nigerians turn their ideas into brands, and their brands into income.
You can reach him directly via Instagram @realsimonzaku__ or X @realsimonzaku.
He believes that in the new economy, information isn’t power — application is.
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