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More cross-border payments platforms are springing up in Africa, but only a few are making specific efforts to focus on freelancers and remote workers. What makes the difference?
The current increase in layoffs is contributing to a higher unemployment rate, resulting in a surge in job seekers. Unfortunately, this situation has created an opportunity for employment scams to thrive. Here’s how to protect yourself.
This article answers some questions about the closure of Silicon Valley Bank, the role of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the possible impact on jobs in tech startup employees.
One way employers get back their investments in employees is through employee bonds. However, there are several arguments about its legality and how ethical it is. Is this a good way to go about employee retention?
Today on Expert and African, we delve into Dolapo Agbede’s incredible story as a woman in tech committed to creating inclusive workplaces for people living with disabilities.
African startups will continue to work on their brand image and perception, so public relations (PR) service providers will always be in demand. Find out what startups should consider before thinking of using PR and why anyone should consider a career in PR in 2023.
Love can be found anywhere, including where we work. However, dating at work is usually frowned upon for ethical and legal reasons. But the story might be changing with startups adopting a flexible work culture.
The terms describing what happens in the workplace are evolving as the concept of work evolves. From quiet quitting to desk bombing, here’s a list of popular workplace terms since 2022.
Tech Nation’s imminent shutdown raises questions about whether tech talent will continue to benefit from the UK’s Global Talent visa program if new backers don’t surface. Here are countries with similar programs for tech talent, innovators, and investors.
Nigerians make up a large part of Tech Nation Visa Alumni alongside India and Russia; however, from March 31, 2023, Tech Nation will shut down due to lack of funding, affecting African tech talents aspiring to work in the UK.
The subject of non-compete clauses has been largely questioned and criticised, but they remain common in employment contracts. With the US about to ban them, we look at how it impacts a country’s labour market.
What does it take to be a recruiter, especially in a constantly evolving space like the tech startup space? Chibuzo Ihentuge-Eric shares her view.
What does it feel like to live with a disability that’s barely noticed? This piece dives deep into the struggles of people living with invisible disabilities in Nigeria. It explores how they navigate work and what’s expected of employers.
Praise and criticism have trailed Klasha’s introduction of a menstrual leave policy that allows its employees to take up to five days of leave during their menstrual cycles. There’s more to it than meets the eye. Find
Softcom has allegedly laid off 10% of its workforce after owing salaries in December 2021 and November 2022.
Nigerian-founded mobility fintech startup, Moove has reportedly laid off part of its workforce. It is unclear how many employees were affected by the layoffs. This is coming after three funding rounds in 2022
This piece contains the opinions of professionals on Nigeria’s popularly-discussed talent migration trend. Among other things, we concluded that the current migration rate doesn’t imply a brain drain. Find out more.
A bill to make late and non-payment of salaries and pensions a criminal offence in Nigeria has passed the second reading at the House of Representatives. Owing salaries for more than 2 months can attract one month imprisonment for an employer.
Here are 4 HR software that Nigerian companies, startups, freelance, and individuals can use in 2022
Lagos State Government has begun enforcing a yearly safety audit on co-working spaces and tech hubs and this will cost these facilities ₦150,000 annually. Here’s what you should know.