HR in Africa: Unique Challenges Ahead

Africa is undergoing an economic renaissance with economic growth recorded in Nigeria, Ethiopia, Algeria, Ghana and many other markets which are unfamiliar to some HR professionals.

Companies are adapting compensation and reward packages for local, national staff and benefits such as cell phones, personal loans and transportation are common. Health care clinics, recreation programs, and subsidized meals are also the norm among leading employers.

Learn about the challenges of conducting business in Africa at Africa Forum 2008: “Understanding Labour Market Dynamics in Africa”, sponsored by Birches Group LLC and the African Development Bank (AfDB), 6/10-6/12/08 in Accra, Ghana. For more information please email AfricaForum@birchesgroup.com