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The new shape of AI hiring in 2026: Why most businesses need three different people, not one AI team

The new shape of AI hiring in 2026: Why most businesses need three different people, not one AI team

Most businesses don't need an AI team. They need three different operators at three different phases. A field guide to fractional AI and growth talent.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
25
May 2026
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How to Pay South African Freelancers and Fractional Talent in 2026: The Real Guide

How to Pay South African Freelancers and Fractional Talent in 2026: The Real Guide

A step-by-step guide on hiring freelance and fractional specialists from South Africa for international agencies and startups in 2026.
Rafiki
Rafiki
27
April 2026
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How to Structure a Modern Team Using Fractional Specialists from South Africa

How to Structure a Modern Team Using Fractional Specialists from South Africa

What running a distributed agency for 3 years has taught us about hiring, managing, growing, and paying fractional and freelance agency teams between the UK, EU, US, and South Africa.
Rafiki
Rafiki
24
April 2026
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Freelancing in Africa is Booming: The New Norm & What It Means for Business in 2025

Freelancing in Africa is Booming: The New Norm & What It Means for Business in 2025

Freelancing is here to stay. Businesses that embrace this trend and adapt their talent strategies will gain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top talent in Africa.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
4
April 2025
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Streamlining Global Payroll for Contractors and Flexible Teams in 2025

Streamlining Global Payroll for Contractors and Flexible Teams in 2025

How to streamline Global Payroll for Contractors and Flexible Teams in 2025. Instant bulk payments for flexible teams and contractor workers.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
3
April 2025
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What is a Contractor of Record (COR)? Your 2025 Guide to Choosing the Right Partner

What is a Contractor of Record (COR)? Your 2025 Guide to Choosing the Right Partner

A COR isn’t just a vendor – it’s an extension of your team. The right partner becomes your compliance safety net, payment processor, and global expansion enabler.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
2
April 2025
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2025 Workforce Trends: Freelance & Fractional Teams On The Rise

2025 Workforce Trends: Freelance & Fractional Teams On The Rise

Top HRTech & workforce trends in 2025. Fractional work, freelance economy, contingent work, and flexible teams.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
1
April 2025
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What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? What should you know when choosing the right EOR provider in 2025?

What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? What should you know when choosing the right EOR provider in 2025?

An EOR is essentially your global HR partner, acting as the legal employer for your international team. They handle everything from compliant contracts and payroll to taxes and benefits, ensuring you stay on the right side of local laws.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
31
March 2025
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Rafiki: Shaping the Future of Work

Rafiki: Shaping the Future of Work

Let’s be honest. The way we work has changed. The infrastructure hasn't, and it’s holding us back. Enter Rafiki, the modern ecosystem for independent talent and flexible teams. We combine custom-built software with embedded expert and talent services to help flexible teams collaborate, contract, and get paid — instantly.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
26
March 2025
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Top 5 Software Platforms for Solopreneurs in Africa: A 2025 Guide

Top 5 Software Platforms for Solopreneurs in Africa: A 2025 Guide

What are some of the top tools and platforms for solopreneurs in 2025?
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
5
March 2025
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Embracing Fractional Workforces: A Strategic Advantage for Innovative Businesses

Embracing Fractional Workforces: A Strategic Advantage for Innovative Businesses

The global workforce is undergoing a seismic shift. Top talent is increasingly choosing independence, driving a boom in freelance and fractional work. This shift is reshaping how innovative companies structure their teams, moving from fixed to variable costs in talent acquisition and management, to stay agile and competitive.
Rafiki
Rafiki
13
November 2024
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How To Start & Grow A Fractional Career: Advice For Top Freelancers & Independents In Africa

How To Start & Grow A Fractional Career: Advice For Top Freelancers & Independents In Africa

How to start fractional work and build a fractional career with freelancing. Building a portfolio of fractional clients is increasingly recognized as an optimal way to work, providing numerous benefits for professionals and businesses.
Rafiki
Rafiki
6
November 2024
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2024 Trends in The Future Of Work & Freelance Economy, Africa

2024 Trends in The Future Of Work & Freelance Economy, Africa

HR Technology trends, future of work trends, and how blended workforces are resulting in freelance growth in Africa. But, managing and paying multiple freelancers can be difficult. With Rafiki, we make it simple, easy, and efficient.
Rafiki
Rafiki
7
October 2024
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