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Workplace sexual harassment

SILENT AGONY: THE TOLL OF WORKPLACE SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN AFRICA

Introduction  How can Africa hope to overcome poverty if sexual harassment remains rampant in its business environments? The International Labour Organization defines sexual harassment as any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that violates the dignity of both men and women. Sadly, despite being the poorest continent, Africa often turns

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Essential technical skills: The key to employability

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL SKILLS: THE SOLUTION FOR EMPLOYABILITY

INTRODUCTION  In Burkina Faso, as in many regions of the world, youth employability is an essential challenge to address. While the youth represent a significant portion of the population, the lack of formal job opportunities and appropriate professional skills creates major barriers. However, there is a glimmer of hope: Essential

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Workplace

THE VALUE OF MENTORSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE

INTRODUCTION  Although mentorship provides undisputed benefits for the mentee and mentor, research indicates that mentorship benefits the organization when it is implemented in workplaces hence top companies invest in mentorship programs. In this article, I share three top reasons why having mentorship programs in the workplace is important and beneficial. 

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