🥤 1. Snacks and Drinks
•Homemade pastries (meat pies, doughnuts, cupcakes)
•Soft drinks, sachet water, juice
•Small chops or fries in the evening
âś… Sell in hostels, during lectures, or through pre-orders.
đź‘• 2. Thrift (Preloved) Clothes
•Curated second-hand clothing (clean and stylish)
•Shoes, bags, and accessories
âś… Buy in bulk from local markets like Kantamanto, then resell at a profit.
📱 3. Phone Accessories
•Earphones, chargers, screen protectors, phone cases
âś… Very affordable and always in demand among students.
đź’„ 4. Beauty Products
•Lip gloss, edge control, skincare oils, perfumes
•Hair bundles or wigs (start with preorders)
âś… Especially profitable if you target female students.
🖊️ 5. Stationery & Academic Materials
•Pens, notebooks, highlighters, A4 sheets
•Past questions, printed lecture slides, course handouts
âś… Buy in bulk and resell with a small markup.
🧺 6. Laundry and Ironing Services
•Offer to wash, dry, and iron clothes for busy or lazy students
âś… Use your hostel facilities and earn steady weekly income.
🍲 7. Meal Preps & Food Services
•Breakfast packs (bread & egg, waakye, rice)
•Evening food sales (jollof, noodles, fried rice)
âś… Cook in bulk and take orders via WhatsApp or Instagram.
đź’» 8. Digital Services
•Graphic design, CV writing, social media management
âś… If you have skills, you can charge per project and work flexibly.
📸 9. Photography or Videography
•Cover events, birthdays, or offer quick hostel photoshoots
âś… Charge per session or create affordable photo packages.
đź’… 10. Handmade Crafts
•Beaded jewelry, bracelets, tote bags, scented candles
✅ People love personalized items — especially for gifts.
🔌 Bonus Ideas:
•Sell airtime/data using apps or a mobile wallet
•Sell cosmetics or skincare from wholesale suppliers
•Offer assignment typing or printing services
•Sell SIM cards or register mobile money (if you’re allowed)
đź’ˇ Tips for Success:
•Start small with what you can afford
•Use social media to promote your products
•Keep track of your spending and profit
•Be reliable — word of mouth is powerful in school