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Here are my current top three, as I work on refining a more comprehensive top ten.

Keep in mind, these opportunities can be applied in nearly every African country. 

My number 3 – Events tents

High-quality venues are scarce across the continent, leading many to use temporary tents. With an investment of $10,000, you won’t get the largest tent, but you’ll have a decent one that helps establish your brand.

The opportunities are endless—weddings, ceremonies, festivals, and exhibitions. If there’s a crowd, there’s a need for a tent. It’s that straightforward.

To get started, simply train six people to regularly assemble and disassemble your tent. 

Here’s a breakdown of the initial investment:

Trend 2 – Digital nomad visa 

Tent purchase: USD8,000

Online marketing (Instagram, etc.): USD1,000

Staffing reserve: USD1,000

Once you start renting out your tent, you’ll see profits rolling in. Keep 20% for yourself and reinvest the remaining 80% into acquiring a new tent within 12 months.

My number 2 – Co-investing

This may sound more challenging than it is. Start by finding a niche that interests you and provides consistent income—like real estate.

You can find a decent one- or two-bedroom flat in cities like Nairobi, Durban, Lagos, or Douala for around $50,000 to $60,000. I purchased my first flat in Durban this way.

Next, team up with 4-5 others who share your vision and start scouting for properties. In today’s digital age, it’s easier than ever—just use trusted websites. Avoid Facebook ads and similar platforms. Ensure you know the seller, especially if you can’t visit the property yourself.

Once you find a suitable place, make sure it can be rented short-term. Investing in a property that only allows long-term rentals won’t help you generate consistent income from day one.

That’s pretty much it, now the marketing starts…

My number 1 – Leasing out a car

This approach is straightforward yet clever.

Buy a car along with a hidden tracking system and insure it. Then, find someone who wants to own a car but struggles to afford one outright.

Conduct thorough due diligence: request pay slips, a work contract, three months of bank statements, and a driving license. Once all documents are verified, you have your first client.

Next, agree on an upfront payment—aim for around 40% of the car’s purchase price—along with a monthly fee. Your goal is to achieve a return on your investment of approximately 30%. After recouping your investment and collecting your returns, you can hand over the car to its new owner.

The risks are low since the car is insured and equipped with a tracker. If the client defaults, you can easily repossess the car and lease it out again.

Congratulations, you are officially in business!

When will you start investing in Africa to earn an extra income?

P.S.: Let me know if you want to deep dive into investing in Africa. Simply drop me an email and we can chat.