How Sabalist Works

Updated 2026-06-30

Sabalist is a free classifieds marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across Africa. Whether you are after a used car in Lagos, an apartment in Nairobi, or a phone in Accra, here is how it works.

Browse by category or city

Explore listings by category — vehicles, real estate, electronics, phones, fashion, jobs and more — or narrow to your country and city to see what is for sale near you.

Contact sellers directly

Found something? Message the seller through the app to ask questions and agree a time and place to meet. There is no middleman — you deal directly.

Post a listing for free

Selling is free. Add a few clear photos, write an honest description, set your price, choose a category and your location, and publish. Your listing is visible to buyers right away.

Stay safe

Meet in public places, inspect items before paying, and never send money in advance. See our scam-prevention guide for the full checklist.

On your phone

Sabalist works on the web and as a mobile app, so you can browse, post, and message wherever you are.