Voice of African Content Moderators

Shocking and heartbreaking. A Nigerian Teleperformance Kenya employee was found dead after being denied leave and a return ticket home. No welfare check was done. Now, workers striking over mistreatment face threats. Justice must be served! #StopExploitation

Documents obtained by 60 Minutes show OpenAI agreed to pay Sama, an American outsourcing firm, $12.50 an hour per Kenyan worker - far higher than the $2 an hour workers say they got. Sama says it pays a fair wage for the region.

one of our own @LAdykMalgwi at the European parliament in Brussels, Belgium shedding light on what content moderators go through to keep social media platforms safe.

Putting more pressure on these AI/big tech companies to take care and responsibility of their workers. Platform workers such as Uber/bolt riders, content moderators etc need to be recognized and be respected as a dignified job. @leilachaibi" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">left.eu/events/transna… @Left_EU @Foxglovelegal

Graphic and disturbing content is the daily reality for moderators. They navigate through it to keep our online spaces safe. Let's acknowledge their resilience and commitment to upholding digital safety standards. #ModeratorsMatter

Moderation policies vary across platforms, and understanding them is essential for users. Let's take the time to educate ourselves on the rules that govern online spaces and contribute to a positive digital culture #ModeratorsMatter

Mental health initiatives are crucial for moderators. Supporting and advocating for these initiatives can make a significant impact on their well-being. Let's champion mental health resources in the digital space. #ModeratorsMatter

Come to think of it most actually ni all of them hawa Content Moderators Lack of Recognition their work is often behind the scenes, leading to a lack of recognition for the crucial role they play in maintaining online safety. It's so sad #ModeratorsMatter

Companies should be more transparent about their content moderation policies and procedures. #ModeratorsMatter

Content moderators are at an increased risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and burnout #ModeratorsMatter

They are responsible for reviewing and removing harmful content, such as hate speech, child pornography, and terrorist propaganda. #ModeratorsMatter

Moderators face the delicate task of balancing free speech and safety. It's a fine line they navigate daily. Let's engage in conversations that explore ways to strike the right balance in online discourse. #ModeratorsMatter