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Powering Africa’s Digital Economy | The Future of Work in Africa

In this final episode of the Future of Work Series, Prof. Joseph Nnanna and I examine how Africa is actively shaping its digital economy.

The Journey of an African Gig Worker | The Future of Work in Africa

In this episode, I share how I landed my first gig and what it has really been like navigating the digital economy—the wins, the challenges, and everything in between.

The Legal Side of the Future of Work

In the fourth episode of the Future of Work in Africa series, Josephine and I take a close look at Nigeria’s labour laws, the gaps that affect digital workers, and the reforms needed to better protect them.

How I Switched from Sonography to Fintech | The Future of Work in Africa

What does it take to transition from healthcare into the fintech industry? In this episode, Candice and I discuss her experience as a hybrid worker after making the switch from sonography to fintech. She also highlights the skills young people need to break into their dream roles in today’s evolving workplace.

Are Workplaces Ready for the Future of Work? | The Future of Work in Africa

The future of work is already unfolding: digital shifts, new skill demands, and changing employee expectations. But while we often ask whether workers are ready, we rarely ask the bigger question — are workplaces ready?

The Misconceptions of Tech Work | The Future of Work in Africa

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of the Brazen Exchange podcast! In this episode, Trae Zeeofor and I address the elephant in the room: tech as a get-rich quick scheme, and other misconceptions people have about tech work in Africa.