March 15, 2025
Last updated March 15, 2025
Did you know you can turn your social life into a side hustle? With Istoko’s unique features, South Africans now have a way to earn money while meeting new people. Whether you’re in Cape Town, Durban, or Johannesburg, Istoko offers tools to host monetised hangouts, collaborate with venues, and guide tourists around your city—all while building income.
When creating a hangout on Istoko, you can now set a ticket price. For example, if you’re hosting a paint-and-sip evening in Durban or a movie night in Braamfontein, users who request to join your event will be prompted to pay a small attendance fee. This is perfect for creators, social butterflies, or anyone with a knack for bringing people together.
Let’s say you charge R50 per person and 20 people join—you just made R1,000 for one evening. Whether it’s a rooftop chill session, a beach picnic, or a book club meeting, you control the vibe and the price.
Planning a hangout at a venue? Use Istoko’s platform to access partner discounts at restaurants, BnBs, and hotels. When you book through the app, you not only save on costs but also increase your event’s profitability. Some venues even give you a cut for bringing in guests.
South Africa is a top tourist destination. If you know your city well, you can create “Meet & Greet” hangouts to help tourists navigate and enjoy their stay. Whether it’s showing off the nightlife in Cape Town or a daytime city tour in Durban, you can charge a guiding fee and provide them with an authentic local experience.
This is a great way to build passive income while doing what you already love—exploring your city. Many locals are earning from tourists looking for fun, affordable, and real experiences with locals instead of expensive tour companies.
With Istoko, you don’t need to be famous to earn. You just need to be social. Host an event, connect with tourists, or bring your community together—get paid for your time, knowledge, and effort.
Ready to earn from socialising? Visit Istoko.co.za and sign up. Start creating hangouts, set your price, and make your next event profitable.