We have a comprehensive understanding of the
nuances in the African labour market
Africa holds enormous opportunity, but for many international companies it’s unknown territory, full of perceived risk.
If you’re interested in tapping into its potential without losing control, you will need a partner who knows the terrain.
At EOR In Africa, we specialise exclusively in Africa. Unlike global platforms that offer software or automated solutions, we provide real-people, in-country experts like HR and payroll professionals who live and operate in African markets.
Why work with us?
Our embedded understanding of the African labour market encompasses several decades of experience which is demonstrated through our country-specific legislature and regulatory knowledge. We ensure that your company is always 100% compliant.
Deep Local Knowledge
As EOR In Africa we have been active in Africa since 2012, navigating regulatory, payroll and workforce challenge you may not yet see.
Boots-On-The-Ground Support
No generic global platform, no one-size-fits-all software. We support you locally, side-by-side.
Rock-Solid Compliance
While Africa presents great growth potential, it also brings compliance and operational risk. We help you manage both, so that you can focus on the business of doing business and retain your agile advantage.
Focus On Your Core Mission
By handling payroll, benefits, HR admin, compliance, and risk-management locally, you’re free to focus on scaling your business and executing on your awarded project.
People-Centric Expertise
You get a team of local specialists, not a single hire or a standard SaaS tool), delivering quality recruitment, higher retention, and reduced admin burden.
Consolidated Invoicing & Payments
You submit one monthly payment, and our expert team will take care of the rest. This can be facilitated across multiple jurisdictions.
Competitive fixed-cost Pricing
We believe in transparent pricing. All fees are agreed upon and finalised up-front, allowing you to strategically manage your annual budget
Dedicated Account Manager
Each of our clients has a dedicated account manager, ensuring questions and queries are efficiently resolved.
Best-of-Breed Systems
EOR In Africa uses only the best, situation specific, payroll and HR software, supplier relationships that ultimately benefit you, our client.
Case Studies
EOR in Africa forms part of the landscape of the African countries where we work. Our team boasts an extensive footprint across Africa, providing unparalleled services wherever we are. On-site experience has seen us connect with local communities and clients, resulting in a nuanced understanding of various cultural norms and practices.
A European Renewable Energy company sought to establish a presence in South Africa and turned to us for assistance. We successfully recruited and onboarded their South African team, providing full end-to-end payroll support throughout multiple solar PV plants. Additionally, we offered ad hoc HR assistance, helping the client navigate local regulations and cultural nuances effectively. This partnership ensured a smooth integration of their workforce, enabling them to concentrate on its core business objectives while we managed the challenges of local labour laws and regulations.
A global investment firm aimed to enter the Namibian market by investing in the nascent hydrogen sector and partnered with us with us for Professional Employers Organisation (PEO) services. While navigating the registration process, they required immediate support for their payroll needs. We provided comprehensive payroll management, ensuring compliance with local regulations and facilitating cohesive employee onboarding. Our expertise allowed the client to concentrate on their core business activities while we handled the administrative tasks associated with payroll, enabling a successful market entry and establishing a strong operational foundation in Namibia.
An international solar company sought to implement two PV projects in Bobonong and Shakawe as an EPC but lacked a local registered entity. They partnered with us for Employer of Record (EOR) services, allowing us to employ personnel ranging from general labourers to site managers and HSE officers. We offered extensive HR and payroll support, along with workforce management services, overseeing timesheets and incident management. By managing all staff-related issues, including on-site injury management, we added significant value, enabling the client to focus on their project objectives with peace of mind.
Our team has supported multiple renewable energy initiatives across Zambia, providing retained recruitment management for large-scale clean energy projects. We have partnered with clients to deliver end-to-end recruitment support for technical and project-critical roles, conducting in-depth market analysis, candidate sourcing, and screening to secure the best-fit talent. By aligning closely with client timelines and project requirements, we’ve ensured the seamless delivery of skilled professionals essential to advancing Zambia’s sustainable energy goals.
A Global OEM wanted to initiate the Lake Turkana project in Kenya but did not have the necessary infrastructure to do so. They partnered with us for Employer of Record (EOR) services, allowing us to handle their staffing needs directly. We provided wide-ranging HR and Payroll support, ensuring compliance with Kenya’s ever-changing legislation while facilitating streamlined onboarding. In addition to that, we also managed the currency exchange for employee payments.
Mauritius facilitates the execution of our EOR services in all of the other jurisdictions as well as for the United Kingdom by acting as a central treasury hub for payments and processing of services. From Mauritius we can facilitate EOR & PEO services into any African country as well as the UK, Ireland and the European Union.
We were pleased to support GIZ’s first Career Workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, aimed at enhancing employability and professional development. The workshop focused on key themes including CV preparation, improving online presence through LinkedIn, proposal writing, active job searching, and effective use of job boards. Participants also benefited from sessions with external speakers and practical homework presentations.
We supported the Pan African University Institute of Water and Energy Sciences (PAUWES) by facilitating a Curriculum Review Workshop with Industry Practitioners in Tlemcen, contributing to the Career Services, Employability, and Strategic Partnerships Program. The initiative aimed to enhance graduate employability and strengthen collaboration between academia and industry, particularly within Algeria’s growing renewable energy sector. Our team provided full operational and logistical support, helping align training with market needs and promoting scalable, sustainable approaches to workforce development across institutions.
