How to Stay Compliant with Independent Contractors in Africa

Independent Contractors Compliance

Independent contractor compliance in Africa is a complex and often overlooked aspect of doing business across the continent. As businesses expand in Africa, many choose to work with independent contractors to gain flexibility and access specialised skills. However, hiring independent contractors in Africa comes with a range of legal considerations that companies must navigate to […]

Why Multinationals Use EORs for Expat Management in Africa

Expatriate Management

Expatriate management in Africa presents several unique challenges for multinational companies. As businesses expand into African markets, the need to hire skilled expatriates becomes increasingly important. However, managing expatriates across different African countries can be a complex process due to varying tax laws, labour regulations, and compliance requirements. This is where Employer of Record (EOR) […]

Employer of Record (EOR) Solutions for Africa Expansion Amid 2026 Labour Law Changes

EOR Solutions

Employer of record (EOR) solutions have become increasingly essential for businesses seeking to expand into Africa, particularly as the continent faces significant changes in labour laws by 2026. With its complex regulatory landscape, expanding into multiple African countries can be a daunting task. However, businesses can navigate this challenge effectively by utilising EOR solutions. These […]

Minimum wage in South Africa

Minimum wage in South Africa

Minimum wage in South Africa is one of those compliance topics that quickly becomes personal. An employee feels it in their monthly budget. A manager feels it when costs rise. HR feels it when a payslip question lands before payroll cut off. If you operate in South Africa, the wage floor is not a line […]

Kenya – Intl HR Solutions and Services

Kenya

Employer of Record in Kenya is often the fastest way for international organisations to build a team on the ground without waiting for entity setup. Kenya has a strong talent market, a growing innovation ecosystem, and a strategic position for East Africa operations. That combination makes it attractive for global companies. It also means competition […]

9 Employment Laws in Nigeria That Sketch the Labour Landscape

9 Employment Laws in Nigeria

Employment laws in Nigeria shape how you hire, pay, manage people, and handle exits. If you are running HR for a growing local business or supporting a global team entering Nigeria, the goal is not to memorise statutes; it is to understand the rules that most often affect contracts, payroll, employee relations, and compliance evidence. […]

A Complete Guide to 13th Month Pay for Employees in Africa

13th month pay in Africa

13th month pay in Africa can look like a simple year-end “extra”, but it often sits at the intersection of policy, labour expectations, payroll accuracy, and employee trust. If you manage HR or payroll across one African country or several, you need clarity on three things: what it is, when it is required, and how […]

Why Companies Should Consider Contractors of Record for Expanding into Africa

Contractor of Record Africa

Contractor of Record Africa is the option many companies wish they had discovered earlier. It sits between two common extremes: hiring contractors informally and hoping nothing goes wrong or setting up entities everywhere just to engage a handful of people. For organisations expanding across African markets, both extremes can be costly. Contracting can be a […]