CORVID19 Pivot towards the Gig Economy

CORVID19 Pivot towards the Gig Economy

Author: Fostina Mani May 2, 2022 Duration: 24:37

CORVID19 without doubt has changed the world especially Africa forever. As if it was not bad enough that Africa has been dealing with high numbers of youth unemployment. The CORVID19 pandemic saw several mature professionals lose their jobs. There were very many instances many people simply could not handle living in the cities, especially during those times when lock down seemed eminent. Many simply left the urban cities and simply moved to their rural homes in the village.

The concept of working from home quickly eliminated several senior managers especially those who were accustomed to working with secretaries or rather had administrative assistants doing everything for them. Those who had never bothered to figure out how to schedule conference calls, let alone having a WiFi at home. Because they left the responsibilities of online communication to others, simply found themselves unable to access their official email accounts, because they had never learnt how to do so. There was no one from IT to help them log into your office networks from home. Many were simply left in the dark, as others continued to work. Guess who was let go?



Hosted by Fostina Mani, African Urban Professionals & Rural Farming-(Agricultural Markets that Favour Africa) explores the complex reality of a growing demographic: Africans who build careers in metropolitan hubs while maintaining deep, active ties to rural farmland. This connection, driven by family duty or a profound belief in the continent's agricultural potential, raises pressing practical questions. Each episode digs into the tangible returns on these investments, not just in financial terms but in social impact and food sovereignty. The conversation consistently ties these personal and business choices to the broader vision of Agenda 2063, "The Africa We Want," examining how modern market structures must evolve to truly serve African producers and economies. In this podcast, you'll hear from urban professionals navigating this dual life, analysts dissecting value chains, and innovators redesigning trade. Fostina champions a necessary revolution in how agricultural markets operate, arguing for systems that prioritize fairness, sustainability, and continental prosperity. The dialogue moves beyond theory, focusing on actionable insights for listeners managing farms remotely, investing in agribusiness, or simply passionate about a future where Africa's agricultural wealth benefits its people first. It’s a crucial look at the intersection of urban finance, rural livelihood, and economic policy.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 20

African Urban Professionals & Rural Farming - (Agricultural Markets that Favour Africa)
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