Digital Economy
Exploring economic values in the growing digital landscape in Africa. This blog covers personal branding, digital skills, freelancing, and more.
How Digital Skills Changed Doreen’s Life (Full Story)
We are all used to our formal education system, where a child doesn’t go astray from what is taught in the school syllabus. A child is only nurtured according to a defined path of education, not having the privilege to have other defined extracurricular activities....
How Digital Economy, Gig Economy, and Freelancing Relate?
Are you familiar with the buzz around the digital economy, gig economy, and freelancing? While these terms may be trending, understanding their relationships is crucial. Let's explore the connections and distinctions among these concepts. The digital economy is the...
3 Extra Tips You Must Have To Play Freelancing Game as A Pro
Being a beginner in freelancing, I had to search for articles on freelancing tips. About 99% of the articles opened were written about how freelancing is done; choosing a niche, securing ideal clients, setting prices, building a portfolio, and so forth. And I...
Why Tanzanians Struggle To Find Jobs In Digital Platforms Like Upwork ?
The narrative out there is that Africa is the next frontier for almost everything. And it is true. The question is what young professionals in the continent are doing about it? In 2019 Mohammad Amir Anwar of the University of Edinburgh estimated that there were...
The Value Of Time In The Age Of Youth – College Students
Young individuals has tremendous opportunities of trying many things before they turn 40s which could be better for them to discover their job early instead of succumbing finding jobs here and there, office to office while turing 40s. The only opportunity you have is...
5 Ways to Find Your First Job Before or After Graduation
Some days ago, I talked with a girl, a final-year student from the University of Dar es Salaam. She was curious to know how she could find a job after graduation. She asked me- How did you cope with the situation after graduation? Did you immediately find your dream...
The Role of Social Media in Building a Successful Personal Brand
Are you a web designer and want to be the person people think of when they need a website? Or an Author? Do you provide sound advice on freelancing? How can you make yourself known for what you're good at and secure a corner of the digital economy? The answer is...
How Business Registration is Made Simple in Tanzania?
Are you a business owner or intending to start one in Tanzania? Know these digital tools that helps in complying your business legally. And you don’t have to worry about hiring an experienced expert to undertake your business legal compliances such as business...
Starting Your Digital Journey: A promising pathway for African Youths in 2023 and beyond
“Now, with the internet, you’re either five years ahead or you’re five years behind, and the music game is catchin’ up right now” -Pitbull. Aisha went from poor, unknown and unemployed girl from Mgololo- Iringa to become the most respected and successful freelancer in...