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Nigerian Actor Pa James: My First Car Came From Papa Ajasco
Acts of KindnessMar 22

Nigerian Actor Pa James: My First Car Came From Papa Ajasco

Kayode Olasehinde, beloved as Pa James on Nigeria's hit sitcom "Papa Ajasco and Company," is setting the record straight about his 25-year career. While a co-star recently claimed poverty, Olasehinde shares a different story of fair pay and life-changing opportunities.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
DoorDash Pays Drivers to Train AI Between Deliveries
Acts of KindnessMar 20

DoorDash Pays Drivers to Train AI Between Deliveries

DoorDash just launched a way for delivery workers to earn extra money by creating content that trains AI models. Dashers can now take photos of restaurant dishes or record conversations in their downtime, with upfront pay based on each task's complexity.

Engadget2 min read
EU Parliament Backs Registry to Protect Artists from AI
InnovationMar 11

EU Parliament Backs Registry to Protect Artists from AI

European lawmakers just voted to create a system that would let artists control whether AI companies can use their work for training. The proposal includes a Europe-wide registry tracking copyrighted works and fair payment for creators.

Euronews2 min read
Walmart Pays $100M to Spark Drivers After FTC Settlement
SolutionsFeb 27

Walmart Pays $100M to Spark Drivers After FTC Settlement

Walmart will pay $100 million to delivery drivers who were misled about their earnings and tips. The settlement also requires new protections to ensure gig workers get exactly what they're promised.

TechCrunch2 min read
African Editors Unite in Nairobi to Save Journalism
InnovationFeb 8

African Editors Unite in Nairobi to Save Journalism

Africa's top media leaders are gathering in Kenya next year to tackle the biggest challenges facing journalism on the continent. The two-day congress aims to rebuild trust, secure fair pay from tech giants, and create sustainable funding models for newsrooms.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
IKEA Raises Pay to $29, Pressures NZ Retailers to Match
SolutionsJan 28

IKEA Raises Pay to $29, Pressures NZ Retailers to Match

IKEA just set a new standard for retail workers in New Zealand, raising entry pay to $29 an hour and adding 85 jobs with benefits other major retailers aren't matching. The move is pushing local chains to reconsider how they compensate their workforce.

Stuff NZ2 min read
35,000 Women Gig Workers Strike for Fair Treatment in India
SolutionsJan 26

35,000 Women Gig Workers Strike for Fair Treatment in India

Women-led gig workers across India are standing up for safer working conditions and fair pay. Their peaceful protest highlights growing momentum for worker protections in the digital economy.

The Hindu2 min read