In a time where side hustles and digital income are becoming more important than ever, many Ghanaians are turning to online platforms to earn a living. One such story is that of Kwame, a 27-year-old graduate from Kumasi, who now earns an average of $500 per month on Fiverr, the popular freelancing platform.
Here’s how Kwame started, what services he offers, and how you too can follow his steps to earn from Fiverr—even with just your phone or laptop.
From Unemployed Graduate to Online Freelancer
After completing university in 2022 with a degree in Marketing, Kwame struggled to find a formal job. Like many young Ghanaians, he applied to countless companies with little success. In 2023, he came across Fiverr through a YouTube video about freelancing. Curious, he decided to sign up and offer one of his hidden talents: graphic design.
“I used to design flyers for church events and campus programs,” he said. “I never thought people abroad would pay me for the same thing.”
What Kwame Sells on Fiverr
Kwame started with just one gig:
“I will design eye-catching flyers and posters.”
He charged $5 per design and delivered within 24 hours using free tools like Canva and Photopea.
As his reviews and ratings improved, he added more gigs, including:
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Social media banners
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Business card design
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Instagram ad templates
Today, Kwame has over 200 positive reviews and earns between $400 and $600 monthly, depending on the number of orders.
How He Did It – Step-by-Step
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Created a professional Fiverr profile
Kwame wrote a short bio, uploaded a clear profile picture, and made his gig descriptions simple and attractive. -
Used free tools
Instead of expensive software, he used Canva Pro (with a free trial) and Photopea.com to design. -
Delivered fast and communicated well
Kwame responds to client messages quickly, always meets deadlines, and offers free minor revisions. -
Asked happy clients for reviews
This helped boost his Fiverr ranking, making him more visible to new clients. -
Promoted his gigs on social media
He shared links to his Fiverr profile on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook groups to attract extra traffic.
How He Gets Paid in Ghana
Fiverr pays through PayPal or Payoneer. Kwame uses Payoneer, which links to his Ghanaian bank account.
Tip: If you’re in Ghana, sign up for Payoneer and request a virtual card. You can withdraw funds to your local bank account safely.
Can You Do It Too?
Absolutely! You don’t have to be a designer. On Fiverr, Ghanaians are making money offering services like:
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Voice overs in Twi or English
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Writing blog posts
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Video editing
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Social media management
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Transcription and data entry
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Virtual assistance
All you need is:
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A skill (even basic)
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A smartphone or computer
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Stable internet
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Patience and consistency
Final Advice from Kwame
“Don’t expect to get rich overnight. I made just $25 in my first month. But by the third month, I was getting weekly orders. Focus on quality work, and the money will follow.”
Source: Thepressradio.com
