20 Biggest Gig Economy Companies In The World
The gig economy is a labor market that utilizes part-time and temporary roles. These roles are usually occupied by freelancers and independent contractors.
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The gig economy is a labor market that utilizes part-time and temporary roles. These roles are usually occupied by freelancers and independent contractors.
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The lender says gig economy now accounts for about 12 per cent of the global labour market, much higher than previously estimated.
There are about 17.5 million online gig workers in Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa, according to the World Bank’s estimate.
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