African Platform workers Representatives

Calling all African platform workers and union/association representatives! Join the African Platform Workers Representatives by sharing your contact information and details via our DM or email at Africanplatformworkers@gmail.com and cc maiwega@gmail.com. fair.work/en/fw/publicat…

This gathering represents a significant advancement in empowering African platform workers. As the gig economy on the continent expands rapidly, unified advocacy through organizations like @ituc_africa @ITFAfrica , and partners such as FES /TUCC Africa linkedin.com/pulse/africa-r…

Advice from your data: Your Bolt performance is solid, but sustaining 2,400+ km/month is what endangers health and vehicle. Track true expenses (fuel logs, repairs) to see real profit. Joining driver unions or forums can help push for better base... Check linkedin.com/pulse/bolts-pa…

Read “You Can’t Bargain With an Algorithm. But You Can Organise the Workers It Tries to Control“ by AYOADE Ibrahim on Medium: @maiwega/you-cant-bargain-with-an-algorithm-but-you-can-organise-the-workers-it-tries-to-control-4e380025e2ca" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@maiwega/you-c…

Safe driving out there! If you’re a driver reading this, drop your go-to multi-app tips in the comments. Check linkedin.com/pulse/multi-ap…

Celebrating the achievements of workers in informal employment who are organizing and bargaining collectively, as recognized by the Global Labour University Certificate of Accomplishment. @Auaton_HQAbuja @PlatformWorkers

@Uber has recently increased ride-hailing prices in Australia, while maintaining the same rates in Africa despite global fuel price increments. This situation highlights the different arrangements and strategies companies may adopt in response to market conditions.

Unions, policymakers, educators, and forward-thinking companies are already laying the groundwork. The tools are here. The vision is clear. Now is the time to build an AI future that works for everyone starting with the workers who power it. Check linkedin.com/pulse/future-w…

I just published The Future of Worker-Centered Artificial Intelligence: A Vision of Empowerment, Collaboration, and… medium.com/p/the-future-o…

Read “The Gig Economy Market: A Labor Market Centered on Short-Term, Temporary, and Flexible Work…“ by AYOADE Ibrahim on Medium: @maiwega/the-gig-economy-market-a-labor-market-centered-on-short-term-temporary-and-flexible-work-6d9369609dcc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@maiwega/the-g…

@Ovietion2 @maiwega @Auaton_HQAbuja @AUATONofficial This is last year mayday check the date.

@maiwega @Auaton_HQAbuja @PlatformWorkers Funny enough the Union is unaware of all these plans for May 1st. How come this information is not communicated on the national WhatsApp platform? Or could this be FAKE ? @Auaton_HQAbuja Is @AUATONofficial aware of this ?

Operation off your Apps tomorrow. No pain no gain... @Auaton_HQAbuja @PlatformWorkers

Finally, he urged the union members to support an ongoing @ilo/ILC Conference in Switzerland which presents a historic opportunity to reshape the relationship between platform workers and app companies worldwide. technext24.com/2026/04/06/aua…

AI is undeniably disrupting entry-level jobs, as evidenced by steep declines in postings and hiring. The full story involves economic, structural, and adaptive elements. This isn't the end of work but a transformation........ Check linkedin.com/pulse/exploita…

I just published Never Settle for Being a Character in Someone Else’s Story medium.com/p/never-settle…

The draft already on the table addresses exactly our pain points: misclassification, fair remuneration (including piece-rate pay), occupational safety, social security on equal terms with other workers, freedom of association, and limits on......... Check linkedin.com/pulse/why-swit…

App drivers should think twice b4 you enter MM2 car park as from tomorrow as car park tariff has changed😩 @FAAN_Official why? @Auaton_HQAbuja take note

Our leaders must stop chasing symptoms and start treating the disease. The problem is not Uber, Bolt, or inDrive. The problem is a system that treats... Read “Beyond the Apps: The Systemic Crisis Plaguing Nigeria’s Gig Economy“ by AYOADE Ibrahim on Medium: @maiwega/beyond-the-apps-the-systemic-crisis-plaguing-nigerias-gig-economy-f6c5f1ad88c3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@maiwega/beyon…

Read “Why Switching Apps Won’t Fix the Gig Crisis: The Real Problem Lies in Unfair T&Cs – And Why We Must…“ by AYOADE Ibrahim on Medium: @maiwega/why-switching-apps-wont-fix-the-gig-crisis-the-real-problem-lies-in-unfair-t-cs-and-why-we-must-0f483cdebb17" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@maiwega/why-s…

Strategic Planning Coordinator Workers informal Employment Organizing and Bargaining Collectively, we move 💪

If no formal response from any of the three major platforms,@Uber @boltapp @inDrive confirmed that while the strike formally ended yesterday, drivers are now preparing to begin picketing unless meaningful dialogue begins immediately. @channelafrica1

Speaking to @channelafrica1 on Thursday, drivers have reached the breaking point. Fuel prices have gone through the roof. Their commissions are too much. At times, @boltapp takes 25%, other times up to 30%.We do not even know the actual commission because nothing is transparent