Deliver Food. Earn Fast. On Your Schedule.

Join LocalEats Africa and start earning income your way — with no boss, no office, and the freedom to work when it works for you.

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LocalEats Africa

Drive on Your Terms

You’re in control. Choose when to go online, where to deliver, and how much you want to earn. With LocalEats Africa, there’s no office, no boss — just the freedom to work your own way while delivering delicious local meals.

Instant Start

Accept orders when it works for you, find high-demand areas nearby, and boost your earnings with special promos like Peak Hours and Bonus Runs — all from the LocalEats Driver app.

Start Earning Fast

Sign up in minutes and hit the road in no time. Once approved, you can start delivering right away and cash out your earnings instantly* — no long waits, just quick payouts.

*Subject to approval, availability, and activation of your LocalEats Wallet to access instant cashouts.
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Your Safety Comes First

We’ve got your back — with built-in safety features, responsive support, and tools that protect you every step of the way.

Earn Based on Your Hustle

Base Pay

Base Pay

For every delivery you accept, you’ll always earn a guaranteed Base Pay. It’s calculated based on distance, delivery time, and how popular the order is — so the more challenging the trip, the higher your base.

Tips

Plus Tips

Customers can tip you directly through the LocalEats app when you accept a delivery — and most of them do. You’ll always keep 100% of the tips you earn. No cuts, no sharing.

Promotions

Plus Promotions

Earn even more with extra incentives tailored to boost your hustle.

Peak Pay gets you paid extra for each delivery during high-demand hours.

Challenges let you complete a set number of deliveries within a time frame and earn bonus cash.

Delivery Streaks allow riders to accept and complete multiple orders back-to-back to unlock extra rewards.

Starter Kit: Ready from Day One

Hit the ground running with gear that keeps your meals hot, your deliveries smooth, and your hustle looking sharp.

Want to upgrade your delivery game? Our gear shop lets you choose the items that suit your hustle and keep you looking sharp on the move.

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Requirements

1
Age

You must be at least 18 years old.

*Some cities or regions may have additional age or permit requirements based on local regulations.

2
Vehicle

You can deliver using a bike, motorcycle, or car — depending on your city.

3
Documentation

You'll need a valid ID or driver’s license, bank or wallet details for payouts, and a smartphone (Android or iPhone) to access the LocalEats Driver app.

Frequently asked questions

You can sign up to become a LocalEats delivery driver by filling out a quick online application, uploading your documents, and once approved, receiving your starter kit to begin delivering and earning on your own schedule.

To get started as a LocalEats delivery driver, you’ll need a valid ID, a smartphone, a means of transportation (bike, motorcycle, or car), and to complete a brief online application.

You can start working with LocalEats within a few days — just complete the online application, upload your documents, and once approved, you’ll receive your starter kit and can begin delivering right away.

You get paid directly to your bank account through the LocalEats Driver App, with earnings calculated per delivery — and you can choose to receive payouts weekly or instantly, depending on your location and payment settings.

With LocalEats, you can work anytime you want — there are no set hours, so you’re free to go online and start delivering whenever it fits your schedule.

On average, LocalEats delivery drivers earn about ₦1,000 per delivery.

If you have an issue during delivery, you can contact LocalEats support directly through the Driver App — our support team is available to assist you with problems like order delays, customer issues, or app errors, ensuring you're never alone on the road.

No, the LocalEats delivery gear is not required. While it's recommended for visibility and professionalism, you're free to deliver without it unless specified otherwise by certain restaurant partners or local guidelines.

Local Eats Africa primarily serves Lagos, though they’re steadily onboarding more local restaurants across other Nigerian cities—aiming to bolster digital and financial inclusion for small and informal food businesses