African HR startup looks to take on global workplace software
After raising $10m at the start of the year, Nigeria’s SeamlessHR is looking at rolling out services not only in Kenya and South Africa but also in more developed markets.
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Africa’s subsidy debate rolls on
With Africans facing an unprecedented cost-of-living crisis, Kenya and Angola are reaching for contrasting remedies to boost their economies.
Time to rewrite the rules underpinning the world of work, says Gilbert Houngbo
It is in the interest of the ILO’s tripartite representatives – workers, employers and governments – that they embrace the process of overhauling the legal and regulatory framework for labour relations and workplace practices.
World Bank’s lack of diversity has implications for Africa
If the World Bank is to successfully target poverty alleviation around the world, a majority of its employees must come from the places it is trying to serve.
Africa will arrive at Cop27 with solutions
As the next UN climate conference approaches, African countries are playing their role in combating climate change, but industrialised countries must make good on their funding pledges.
How banks can help South Africa avoid grey list
South Africa faces the possibility of being grey listed. Wendy Murray and Chris Oliver look at how banks can face the identified challenges head-on.
Why Africa needs a stability and liquidity mechanism
Daniel Cohen and Ibrahim Elbadawi propose the establishment of a liquidity and stability mechanism for African countries. In an exclusive interview, they tell us why additional support is necessary amid widespread economic turmoil.
Bamboo sees growth on US investment platform, despite market downturn
Despite tough conditions, the number of users on the Bamboo investment platform has more than doubled in the last year. Its community engagement officer explains why.
Africa can educate the Covid generation by using accelerated learning
The pandemic has worsened the learning crisis for Africa’s youth, but “accelerated learning”, used across the continent over the past decade, could be the key to countries catching up.
Africa’s SMEs will make or break its food systems
Bold actions are needed to transform the way Africa produces and consumes food, write the CEO of IDH and managing director of the AGRF.