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March 19, 2026
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Over 50% of Kenyan Gig Workers Rely on It as Primary Income, New Bolt-Ipsos Report Finds

Over 50% of Kenyan Gig Workers Rely on It as Primary Income, New Bolt-Ipsos Report Finds

Over 50% of Kenyan gig workers now rely on gig work as their primary income, according to a new Bolt and Ipsos report, highlighting growth, challenges, and future opportunities...

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A new report from Bolt and Ipsos reveals that over 50% of Kenyan gig workers now depend on platform-based work as their primary source of income. This evolving sector in Kenya's labour market supports approximately 1.5 million workers.

  • Over 50% of Kenyan gig workers rely on the sector as their primary source of income.
  • The report highlights Bolt, in partnership with Ipsos, as key players in identifying these trends.
  • E-commerce leads Kenya's gig economy at 42%, followed by ride-hailing at 22%, with a significant gender imbalance noted in ride-hailing (97% male).

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