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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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How to Automate Your Agency's Operations with AI in 2026

How to Automate Your Agency's Operations with AI in 2026

The agencies growing fastest in 2026 are not the ones with the most headcount. They are the ones who have systematically replaced manual work with automated workflows. Here is where to start.
Greg Cooke
Greg Cooke
23
March 2026
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Freelancing on the rise for startups and SMBs

Freelancing on the rise for startups and SMBs

A look into the rise of the freelance economy and how platforms like Rafiki Works can help startups and SMBs leverage fractional talent solutions for product design, consultancy, development, and marketing support.
Rafiki
Rafiki
8
July 2024
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How are founders of UK startups hiring in 2024?

How are founders of UK startups hiring in 2024?

Hiring is one of the, if not the, most important part of a founder's journey. Done well, it'll save money and time in the long run, and improve defensibility, growth, and ultimately your chances of success. Done badly, and it may very well be the death of your business.
Rafiki
Rafiki
26
June 2024
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Hire product designers and fractional experts in the UK

Hire product designers and fractional experts in the UK

Hiring freelance product designers and developers in London, UK. Nearly 70% of UK businesses plan to expand their use of contingent workers over the next five years. How should SMBs hire and manage freelancers?
Rafiki
Rafiki
25
June 2024
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How To Present Client Work: A Guide For Freelance Designers

How To Present Client Work: A Guide For Freelance Designers

How should freelancers present client work? Presenting design work takes practice. It's not just about displaying your designs, but also about engaging your audience, providing context, understanding their needs, and gathering valuable feedback. Learn how to present your freelance designs to clients with Jackie Zhang.
Jackie Zhang
Jackie Zhang
14
June 2024
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Freelancing In Africa: What, How, Why?

Freelancing In Africa: What, How, Why?

Understanding the freelance landscape and opportunities in Africa: How to start freelancing, top freelance platforms and communities in Africa. Learn about freelancing in Africa from a top Webflow and social media freelancer.
Gabrielle Ndoro
Gabrielle Ndoro
10
June 2024
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Why Framer Is A Great Tool For Freelancers

Why Framer Is A Great Tool For Freelancers

Introducing Framer.com, it’s a no-code website builder that has been becoming a favourite among web designers. This platform not only enhances design capabilities but also streamlines the transition from design to development, giving you a more holistic service to your clients.
Jackie Zhang
Jackie Zhang
1
June 2024
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What is the freelance economy? Why does it matter?

What is the freelance economy? Why does it matter?

5 things to know about the freelance economy, the growth of gig workers globally, the skills gap in tech and the booming freelance workforce in Africa, and what this means for the future of work.
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
14
May 2024
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Top Accelerator Programs in Africa: How to choose the right one for my startup?

Top Accelerator Programs in Africa: How to choose the right one for my startup?

What are the top startup accelerator programs in Africa? What's the difference between incubators, accelerators, and venture builders, and how should founders select the right option for their startup?
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
11
April 2024
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Which African startups are Y Combinator (YC) investing in?

Which African startups are Y Combinator (YC) investing in?

YC investments into Africa. What's happening, and what other opportunities are there for startup founders in Africa?
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
5
April 2024
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What do founders need to know about no-code and low-code development?

What do founders need to know about no-code and low-code development?

How can founders leverage no-code and low-code for startups? What are the common misconceptions around no-code and low-code platforms?
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
Greg Cooke | Rafiki Works
4
April 2024
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