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Why We Invested: Mon Artisan, connecting artisans with work opportunities
By Salma Nkusi & Carmen Merab Across many West African countries, the informal service sector relies on traditional methods like word of mouth or small roadside signs to advertise their work. In this context, skilled artisans often struggle to secure decent...
What is ‘a job’? How to measure job creation on jobtech platforms in Africa
By Chris Maclay When I started my career in youth employment over a decade ago, a prevailing narrative pervaded the NGO space: “This is Jessica. She used to be unemployed. Now she has a chicken. And she is therefore employed.” This narrative wasn’t true then and it...
Why We Invested : Tana, filling the global digital skills gap with African talent
Jacob Winiecki Africa is experiencing a massive youth bulge: over 100 million young people are expected to enter the workforce by 2030. Unfortunately, there is a severe shortage of formal jobs to absorb this influx of labor. This lack of economic opportunity is one of...
Why we Invested: Tendo, a digital platform dedicated to creating jobs for women
Joshua Ebinabo War & Wairimu Gitahi Informal channels, like WhatsApp and Instagram, serve as a significant conduit for online commerce. This way of doing business has gained considerable traction, especially among the youth, owing to its minimal initial...