Remotasks Kenya

Remotasks Mystery: Online Gig Platform's Exit from Kenya Sparks Confusion

Find out why Remotasks has blocked access for Kenyan users and ceased operations in the country. What led to this sudden exit?

Remotasks, a well-known online gig platform, has left Kenyan users in confusion as it blocks access and ceases operations in the country. Users trying to access the platform have been met with restrictions, hinting at a potential exit from the Kenyan market. This move has left many gig workers uncertain about their future income prospects.

The sudden exit of Remotasks from Kenya comes amidst reports of President William Ruto's presence in Mosop, Nandi County for the upgrading of a Technical Training Institute. The timing of these events has raised eyebrows among Kenyan users, connecting the dots between the political visit and the platform's exit.

With Remotasks ceasing operations in Kenya, many users are left with pending payments, adding to the frustration and uncertainty surrounding the platform's exit. Thousands of Kenyan gig workers are now facing the reality of losing a source of income, amplifying the impact of the platform's decision.

In a surprising turn of events, Remotasks' exit from Kenya has highlighted the vulnerability of online gig workers and the dependence on such platforms for livelihood. The abrupt nature of the exit has sparked discussions about the risks associated with relying solely on online gig opportunities for income in developing countries like Kenya.