“You Guys Are Making Money”: Uber Eats Driver Unveils Daily Earnings
- A delivery driver shared his daily routine and earnings, showing how he made over R500 in a single Monday, offering insight into gig work life
- The video highlighted strategies for maximising income, including timing orders as well as navigating busy routes
- Many viewers connected with the struggles and rewards of delivery work, sparking conversations about urban hustle and flexible income opportunities
- Briefly News spoke to Sibalukhulu, a delivery driver working with Uber Eats, who shared insight into how earnings in the industry actually work
A full day behind the wheel, from order to delivery, revealed just how much a determined driver can earn in Durban.
Source: TikTok
A Durban-based Uber Eats driver shared his daily earnings in a viral TikTok video posted by user @treasuresihle on 17 February 2026. He documented a full day of deliveries on a Monday, starting at 10 am and finishing late in the evening. He also showed viewers how much he made in just one day. The driver documented the process of receiving orders, navigating traffic, and ensuring timely deliveries.
By the end of his day, the driver revealed that he had made over R500, a solid earning for a single weekday in Durban. He also discussed tips for maximising income, such as choosing busy delivery zones, timing orders during peak lunch and dinner hours. The video provides insight into the growing gig economy in South Africa, where food delivery has become a viable side hustle for students, part-time workers, and those seeking extra income.
Inside Uber Eats delivery income
Many viewers related to the challenges of balancing work and personal time while trying to earn a decent living. People appreciated the transparency, as it gave a realistic picture of earnings without sugarcoating. The day-in-the-life style of the video also made it easy for viewers to understand the effort and hustle involved.
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Social media users flooded the comments section with reactions, praising user @treasuresihle's honesty and hustle. Many netizens appreciated the hustle plug, saying they will be considering it too.
Sibalukhulu told Briefly News that there is no fixed monthly salary when working in the delivery space because income depends on several factors.
“As an Uber Eats driver it is possible to earn more than R5,000 per month, but there is no fixed amount you earn per week.”
He explained that daily performance plays a major role in determining how much a driver takes home.
“It depends on how much you make per day, how many tips you earn, how fast you are, and how many hours you work in a week.”
According to him, seasonal demand can also influence earnings.
“It also depends on the month. If it’s quiet you’re going to make less, but if it’s busy you’re going to make more.”
The driver added that consistency and time spent on the road often determine whether delivery work becomes a reliable source of income.
Source: TikTok
Here’s what netizens said
Hophny asked:
“Sorry to bother you with questions, I'm really interested in that field. Is 10k or 11k enough to get myself a cool bike to start?”
Siviwe M wrote:
“Love this, my brother, keep pushing, sharing this information is possible, and I will be using your videos as well to spread the word.”
User wrote:
“Is it possible to work for Uber, Checkers or Woolworths?”
Thami wrote:
“Don’t share your personal stuff.”
Hophny asked:
“How many orders did you take? Is it 3 at the same time??”
Kayode Dickson wrote:
“Uber Eats is the most useless app; they rob drivers' trips and their tips also.”
Moh Luthuli wrote:
“My cousin was robbed; they took his phone, it’s not safe. 😭😭”
Lindiwesibanda0 asked:
“How do I report theft? Guy delivered things and took them, but he didn’t notice the cameras recording.”
Mvelaseh wrote:
“Hope criminals won't use this info to rob you 💔💔😥.”
Check out the TikTok video below:
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