How to Become a Ride-Hailing Driver in Kenya
Driving for a ride-hailing platform can be a flexible way to earn in Kenya. Here's what you need to get started.
Documents you'll need
- A valid Kenyan driving licence (and PSV badge or motorbike riding documents where applicable).
- Vehicle registration and insurance.
- A Certificate of Good Conduct.
- A smartphone to run the driver app.
Signing up
- Download the eTaxi Driver app.
- Submit your documents and a live selfie for verification.
- Wait for approval — this usually takes a short review period.
- Go online and start accepting trips.
What to expect
Earnings are credited to your in-app wallet after each trip and can be withdrawn to your M-Pesa number. Commission rates and full terms are covered in our Terms of Service.