Checked 12 Sep 2026
Jumia 3.1Bronze 25 pts
Africa largest e-commerce marketplace, selling across Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, and more, with open seller registration and JForce sales agents.
Good for Online sellers and resellers
- Only in 8 countriesCheck yours below
- How you get paidBank transfer (local)
- Work from homeOnline, from anywhere
- Public companyNYSE: JMIA
- Since
- 2012 14 yrs
Based in- Lagos, Nigeria
- Web rank
- #48,272 worldwide
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Jumia is an online marketplace where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are Category commission ~5-20% + processing fee and you can withdraw via Bank transfer (local). Founded in 2012, Jumia is based in Lagos, Nigeria and is publicly traded (NYSE: JMIA). It is available in 8 countries.
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What people actually earn on Jumia
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Our rating
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Strong on track record. Weaker on getting paid.
- Fees3.5
- Getting paid2.3
- Access2.5
- Track record4.0
- Proof of earnings3.0
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Achievements
25 of 100 points from 4 of 14 achievements, Bronze tier. Earned from verified facts, never paid for
Verified earningsA sourced figure for what people earn or are paid there+10
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Jumia ~70,000 active sellers (2025)
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Jumia 5–20%
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Jumia Founded 2012
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Jumia NYSE: JMIA
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Jumia Africa
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Every platform with this badge →Low cutTakes 10% or less of what you earn10
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Jumia 5–20%
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Jumia #48,272 worldwide
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Jumia Founded 2012
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Can I join Jumia?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
Yes, if you live in one of 8 countries.
Enter your country and age in the quick check and we will tell you here whether Jumia accepts you. Your answers stay on your device.
Check with my countryNo special equipment listed.
No sign-up cost listed.
- Sign upFree
- Do your first workJobs, tasks or sales
Good to know: Jumia now runs in 8 African countries after leaving South Africa, Tunisia and Algeria, and seller requirements were not readable.
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Apps and support
Mobile apps, help channels, awards and press
How Jumia compares
Against similar platforms in our directory
- At 5%–20%, Jumia sits near the middle — the median fee across the 31 big marketplaces we track that charge a percentage is 11.5%.
- Launched in 2012, Jumia is newer than most big marketplaces — 25 of the 37 we track were founded earlier.
Compared with the big marketplaces in our directory. See them all →
Is Jumia legit?
What we could verify about the company
Jumia is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2012 (14 years)
- Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria
- Publicly traded (NYSE: JMIA)
- Has a Wikipedia article
- Its domain jumia.com was registered in 2005 (registry record)
- Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #48,272)
Listing last updated September 2026 · how we verify platforms · Missing or out of date? Tell us
Jumia in public records
Company filings, web traffic and app store data
- Website rank
- #48,272 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (jumia.com)
- Domain registered
- Sep 2005jumia.com, 21 years ago
- Industry
- Online shop
Sources: Tranco · RDAP registry · Wikidata. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Jumia timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Founded
Jumia founded by Jérémy Hodara
Headquarters today: Lagos, Nigeria
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Milestone
~70,000 active sellers
Jumia's 2025 annual report on Form 20-F says about 70 thousand sellers were active on its African marketplace in 2025.
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Milestone
$818.6M GMV in 2025
Jumia reported $818.6 million in gross merchandise value for full-year 2025, up 14 percent from $720.6 million in 2024.
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Guides
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Jumia
How much does Jumia charge?
Jumia fees: Category commission ~5-20% + processing fee. On a $100 payment that leaves you about $80–$95, before withdrawal or conversion costs.
How do you get paid on Jumia?
Jumia pays out via Bank transfer (local).
Which countries is Jumia available in?
Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal and Uganda. Its main focus is Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco and Kenya.
How much do people earn on Jumia?
Jumia's 2025 annual report on Form 20-F says about 70 thousand sellers were active on its African marketplace in 2025. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Jumia legit?
Yes, Jumia is a real, operating platform: operating since 2012 (14 years), headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and publicly traded (NYSE: JMIA). As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Jumia alternatives?
Similar platforms include Amazon, Tokopedia, Shopee and Takealot. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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Jumia alternatives
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