“The world is changing, and the way people are doing business is changing,” says Joseph Owusu-Badu, Chief Operating Officer of Kreek Africa. “The last few months have been unprecedented due to the enormous impact of the coronavirus pandemic. This has certainly shifted our perception of how we can work, but it has also highlighted the need to create something that would empower people to earn an income.”
He added that there was a necessity for a platform that would give professionals from across Africa and beyond an opportunity to showcase their skills to the world, and for clients to easily source this talent. “Most of the platforms out there are not for Africa and are not competitive in terms of the subscription and handling fees. Kreek Africa is here to bridge that gap.”
The freelancing industry is growing and diversifying across Africa in various sectors. Young adults want to manage their own working hours and carve out their desired career paths, which means companies are struggling to find and retain applicants who are willing to work within the parameters of traditional workplace practices. As a result, a number of companies and business owners are turning to self-employed professionals and online solutions when seeking to employ people for a specific job or service.
A thriving online culture has also forced existing companies and professionals to look at how they can grow their businesses and expand their offering by marketing themselves online. “If you want to be successful, you can be. All you need to succeed in your profession is the ability and drive to do well, a computer and internet connection. The opportunities are out there, and Kreek Africa can help you find them,” adds Joseph.
The platform itself is easy to use and will allow professionals and clients to interact and transact seamlessly. Professionals can select a subscription package that suits them, while clients or businesses pay a commission handling fee as and when they use it. This makes the platform cost-effective as it can be tailored to suit any budget.
Verification is an integral part of the onboarding process and all users will be required to provide the relevant documentation to prove their identity. Strict approval processes and security measures are in place to give users the best possible experience and complete peace of mind.
“This way of working creates opportunities by allowing people to showcase their talent, source talent and contribute to the growing African economy. We’re extremely proud of the talent we have in Africa and we want people to know they don’t have to look far – we have what you need right here,” says Joseph Owusu-Badu.
About Kreek Africa
Kreek Africa @ https://kreekafrica.com/ is an online community portal that connects independent professionals from across Africa to clients and businesses around the world. The platform gives professionals a safe, secure space to showcase their unique skillset, thereby giving them access to job opportunities. Clients or businesses can review the services on offer and select options based on their specific requirements.
The platform is segmented into various categories including; programming and development, design and art, writing and translation, administrative and secretarial, business and finance, sales and marketing, engineering and architecture, legal, education and training, home services, fashion, construction, agriculture, data science and analytics, and more.
Kreek Africa @ https://twitter.com/africakreek is proudly African, and their mission is to create a safe and secure space where professionals from across Africa can connect and find meaningful work opportunities to enrich their lives.
Kreek Africa headquarters are based in Mauritius, with offices in Accra, Ghana and Lagos, Nigeria.
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