In 2025, making money doesn’t always require a shop, website, or massive startup capital. With just a smartphone, mobile data, and WhatsApp Business, you can generate up to $100 (₦150,000 or ₵1,400) weekly or even more.
Whether you’re a student, stay-at-home parent, or side hustler, this article shows you how to turn WhatsApp into a mini money machine – step-by-step.
Why WhatsApp Business Works
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Over 2 billion users globally, with heavy adoption in Africa.
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Most customers are already online and comfortable using WhatsApp.
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Free broadcast, catalog, and automation tools.
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Builds trust and quick communication with local buyers.
What You Need to Start
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A smartphone (Android or iPhone)
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Download WhatsApp Business
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Stable internet connection (daily data plan)
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$0–$50 for a small inventory or digital product
7 Proven Ways to Make $100 Using WhatsApp Business
1. Resell Phone Accessories or Fast-Moving Products
Buy affordable items like:
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Chargers, earbuds, power banks
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Perfumes, skincare, fashion accessories
How to sell:
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Post on your WhatsApp Status daily.
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Share clear photos, prices, and short reviews.
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Offer “payment on delivery” or mobile money options.
Where to buy cheap:
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Computer Village (Lagos), Circle (Accra), Aliexpress, 1688 (via agents)
Profit per item: ₦1,500–₦5,000 or ₵30–₵100
Sell 20 items/week = $100+ profit
2. Offer Digital Services
If you can:
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Design flyers
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Edit videos
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Create CVs or proposals
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Manage social media
Promote your service using:
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Status updates
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Referrals and group broadcasts
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Before-and-after samples
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Charge $5–$25 per project. Just 5–10 clients a week = $100+
3. Sell Educational PDFs or Courses
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Sell exam past questions, business eBooks, or JAMB/WASSCE prep guides.
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Find or create PDF products and upload to Google Drive or Paystack file links.
How to market:
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Join student and parent WhatsApp groups
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Share testimonials and success stories
Tip: Offer bulk pricing (e.g., ₦500 for one, ₦1,500 for five)
4. Become a VTU/Data Reseller
Sell:
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Airtime
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Data bundles (MTN, Airtel, Vodafone, Glo)
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TV subscriptions (DStv, GOtv, StarTimes)
Use platforms like:
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Nigeria: VTpass, Clubkonnect, Recharge2Cash
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Ghana: Slydepay, Hubtel, ExpressPay
Profit: ₦50–₦200 per sale
Add mobile money fees, earn from volume
5. Start Affiliate Marketing
Promote products from:
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Jumia Affiliate Program
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Konga Affiliate
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Paystack, Binance, or local info products
How to earn:
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Share your affiliate link via WhatsApp status
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Educate followers with tips + reviews
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When someone buys, you earn a commission
Tip: Use Linktree or Taplink to organize multiple affiliate links.
6. WhatsApp Bulk Broadcast + Dropshipping
How it works:
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Get supplier product pictures
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Upload to your status + catalog
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Collect orders, forward to supplier
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Supplier delivers, you keep profit
No inventory needed
₦1,000–₦5,000 per order in profit
7. Run Mini Paid Ads for Small Businesses
Use your WhatsApp as a local promotion tool.
How?
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Offer to post businesses on your WhatsApp status daily
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Charge ₦1,000–₦5,000 per week per business
This works great if you have:
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300+ contacts
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Strong engagement (views on status)
Target: tailors, salons, skincare vendors, food delivery, tutors
How to Scale to $100/week and Beyond
| Step | Action |
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| 1 | Choose one business idea and start small |
| 2 | Build a contact list (add 5–10 people/day from groups) |
| 3 | Post DAILY to WhatsApp Status with clear prices and contact info |
| 4 | Deliver fast and ask for reviews/referrals |
| 5 | Create a broadcast list and send 1 promo message per week |
| 6 | Track your weekly income and double down on best-selling items |
Pro Tips for Success
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Use Catalog to list products and prices professionally
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Turn on Auto Replies for quick customer service
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Use Labels (e.g., New Order, Paid, Delivered) to organize
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Post testimonials and before-after content to boost trust
Final Thoughts
WhatsApp Business is free but powerful—a complete tool to grow a small business without a website or shop. With consistency, smart selling, and audience building, it’s realistic to earn $100 or more each week.
All it takes is creativity, hustle, and the courage to start.
Want a full WhatsApp Business starter kit? I can help you:
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Pick the best product or service for your location
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Set up your WhatsApp catalog
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Design a weekly content plan
Just say: “Send me the WhatsApp Kit” and I’ll deliver it free.
Source: Thepressradio.com| Solomon Ogyem
