Hire Top Kenyan Freelance Talent – Fast, Secure, M-Pesa Ready
Instant M-Pesa payments • Zero forex hassle • Trusted by Kenyan businesses & talent
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Why FreelanceKE?
1M+
Freelancers ready to work
50K+
Jobs posted monthly
99%
Client satisfaction rate
24/7
Support available
Connecting businesses in need to freelancers who deliver
Build your freelancing career on FreelanceKE, with thousands of jobs posted every week.
How it works
Posting jobs is always free
Generate a job post with AI or create your own and filter talent matches.
Create a jobGet proposals and hire
Screen, interview, or book a consult with an expert before hiring.
Explore expertsPay when work is done
Release payments after approving work, by milestone or upon project completion.
View pricingGet insights into freelancer pricing. We’ll calculate the average cost for freelancers with the skills you need.
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AI Services
"Rick is a fantastic AI/ML engineer with specialization in LLMs, delivering end-to-end solutions. We had a few concepts when we started the work; ultimately, he delivered a working solution. Looking forward to working with him again."
Work done by Richard C., LLM/RAG agent system development, Feb 1, 2026
Dev & IT
"Haris came in and helped us transfer knowledge from our departing developer, meeting a serious deadline, without fail. His knowledge and experience are exceptional."
Work done by Haris S., Full-Stack Developer, Feb 5, 2026
Design & Creative
"Ezzan did an amazing job editing my videos—fast turnaround, great attention to detail, and very easy to work with. He follows directions well and delivers high-quality work consistently. Highly recommend him!"
Work done by Ezzan S., Short form and long form video editor needed!, Feb 10, 2026
Sales & Marketing
"We loved working with Jibran and his team. They are very professional and know what they are doing. Very responsive and actually take the time to understand the project and are very methodical and thoughtful about how to approach each project. They are very knowledgeable and creative. We will definitely work with them again."
Work done by Jibran Z., Social media posts and marketing, Feb 15, 2026
Writing & Translation
"Michael is very skilled and highly professional. Understood the assignment, followed instructions, and was also able to be flexible and creative. One of the rare copywriters I've worked with who can come up with something outside the box, but still on brand. Would definitely hire him again!"
Work done by Michael L., Email marketing series to announce brand launch, Feb 18, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How does FreelanceKE work?
Clients browse freelancers, post projects, review proposals, and conduct interviews on the platform. Freelancers browse projects, submit proposals, or can be invited directly by clients. Freelancers and clients can collaborate on FreelanceKE’s trusted platform, which offers features like messaging, file sharing, time tracking, and secure payments. With millions of work opportunities posted across hundreds of categories, FreelanceKE helps people and companies work together seamlessly, no matter where they are.
Who is FreelanceKE for?
FreelanceKE is best used by companies of all sizes that need flexible, reliable freelance talent. While solopreneurs can use FreelanceKE for one-off projects, the platform really shines when businesses use it to build teams, scale quickly, or bring in specialized skills without the cost of full-time hiring. Freelancers use FreelanceKE to connect with businesses of all sizes around the world, find steady work, and grow their careers. It's also a great place for beginners to start freelancing and grow their career over time.
How much does FreelanceKE cost?
Free to sign up, post jobs, and create a profile. Client plans: Basic - One-time contract initiation fee: KSh 100 to KSh 1500 per new contract. 5% marketplace fee on all payments. Business Plus: No initiation fee (except fixed-price contracts ≤ KSh 10000). 10% Business Plus fee on all payments. Freelancer plan: Service fee: 0% to 15% deducted from earnings. Connects: Starting at KSh 15 each to submit proposals. Payout fees: KSh 0 to KSh 5000 depending on method and country. No minimum withdrawal amount. Some payout processors may charge additional fees.
How does FreelanceKE ensure safety and trust?
We use escrow protection for payments, verified freelancer profiles with skills tests, dispute resolution, real-time chat monitoring, and compliance with Kenyan laws for secure transactions.
How do payments work on FreelanceKE?
Deposits via M-Pesa STK Push (instant). Withdrawals to M-Pesa or PayPal (instant, no forex fees). Commissions auto-deducted, tax reports available for KRA.
Why choose FreelanceKE?
FreelanceKE offers a secure, local platform with instant M-Pesa payments, no forex issues, and a focus on Kenyan talent. With features like escrow, real-time chat, and dispute resolution, we ensure trust and efficiency for both buyers and sellers.
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Trust, Safety & Security
We use escrow protection for payments, verified freelancer profiles with skills tests, dispute resolution, real-time chat monitoring, and compliance with Kenyan laws for secure transactions.
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