Top 5 Platforms to Sell Online Courses for African Creators

So, you’ve got the knowledge, but how do you turn it into income?

You're a graphic designer, digital marketer, writer, fashion expert, or even a language tutor. 

You’ve helped friends, clients, or even strangers on social media, and now you're thinking

“Hold on a minute… I could teach this stuff and get paid for it!”

Good thinking.

Online courses are booming, and as an African creator, this could be a side hustle to make more money. 

More and more talented people across the continent are building digital empires by teaching what they know.

But here’s the tricky part: Where do you host your course? 

Which platforms work well in Africa? 

Which ones support your local currency? 

Which ones don’t make your students jump through hoops?

I’ve done the digging for you. 

Below are five top-tier platforms where African creators (yes, people just like you) are already making money teaching online.

1. GearUp

GearUp isn’t just a course platform; it’s also a marketplace, part creator network, part learning hub. It’s useful if you want to connect with other African creatives and get your name out there. 

Creators love it because…

• It offers access to learning resources and mentorship

• You can sell any kind of courses, videos, audios, and ebooks.

• Let's you teach and learn on the same platform

• And it’s built for African creative industries, filming, fashion, design, and more.

The best part? You can also rent equipment and find gigs in your city

It is perfect for creatives who want to grow their audience and business while staying connected to a supportive ecosystem.

2. Selar

Selar is a Nigerian-based platform designed for African creators who want to sell digital products, including online courses.

It’s fast, flexible, and super user-friendly.

Why Selar?

• Accepts local and international payments (Naira, Cedis, PayPal, etc.)

• Let you host video courses directly on the platform

• You can always schedule your content to drop over time (drip content)

• It also lets you sell ebooks, digital downloads, and services.

It is best for coaches, educators, and creators who want to set up and sell fast without dealing with tech headaches.

3. Nestuge

Nestuge is one of those platforms that quietly gets the job done and does it well. 

Built with African creators in mind, it offers a clean interface that makes setting up your course a breeze.

You would love this because…

• It supports multiple media types (video, audio, PDFs, etc.)

• Offers digital certificates for course completion

• Allows Google Drive, Google Calendar, Google Contacts, Mailchimp, and Telegram.

• It allows you to automate workflows 

Nestuge doesn’t just help you launch a course, it helps you look professional while doing it.

Are you a teacher, consultant, and creator looking to build a course library without limits? Nestuge is your best bet.

4. Kobocourse

If you’re looking for a place that feels like it understands the creator hustle, Kobocourse is it. It’s more than just a course-hosting platform, it's a digital business hub.

What makes Kobocourse stand out?

• Drag-and-drop course builder (easy even if you’re not tech-savvy)

• Built-in AI tools to help write your course sales page

• Sell coaching sessions, live classes, and even event tickets

• You can link multiple content formats in one smooth learning experience

It’s perfect for creators who want more control over their personal brand and customer journey. 

5. Udemy 

Udemy might not be African-owned, but it has a space for African creators with global goals. 

If you’re dreaming of reaching an international audience, this is where you start.

Why Udemy?

• You can reach millions of students across 180+ countries

• There is in-built analytics to track your performance

• They help with marketing, so your course can trend even while you sleep

• They handle video hosting, support, and structure.

Heads up: Udemy has strict course quality guidelines, and you share revenue with the platform. But the exposure can be game-changing and worth it.

It is best for creators looking to scale, build international credibility, and earn passive income over time.

Conclusion

A lot of creators delay launching a course because they think they need 10k followers, a fancy studio setup, or “perfect” branding

Truth? 

You just need something valuable to teach and a platform that supports you.

Start small. Pick the platform that fits your current level. You can always level up later.

Even if you’re teaching how to speak Igbo, build websites, style natural hair, or land clients as a freelancer, there are and will always be people ready to learn from you.