Insights from our Africa HR Solutions experts
Alex Daruty
Head of Commercial
Africa HR Solutions
Mauritius
Alex Daruty has over 15 years of international experience in brand strategy and business development, working across EMEA, NORAM, and Asia Pacific. Originally from Mauritius, he holds bachelor’s degrees in International Business, Finance, and Management from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Alex is a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council.
Expanding to North Africa? Everything You Need to Know About Doing Business in the Region
North Africa is a region brimming with opportunities for business expansion. Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco each offer unique advantages for companies looking to grow. From navigating labour laws to managing taxes, this guide covers everything you need to know. Explore how an Employer of Record (EOR) can simplify your expansion and help you succeed in these dynamic markets.
Expanding to Africa from the US: 8 mistakes not to make
Expanding into African markets presents exciting opportunities for US companies, but success requires more than just enthusiasm. From cultural missteps to regulatory hurdles, there are critical mistakes that can hinder growth and impact long-term success. In this article, we highlight eight common missteps that US businesses often make when entering Africa—and offer insights on how to navigate these challenges effectively.
4 popular African countries for expansion in the manufacturing industry
Discover 4 of the most popular African countries for expansion in the manufacturing industry. We tell you all about it in our latest blog.
M&As in Africa: How to boost employee retention with an EOR
When expanding your business to Africa, understanding the landscape of mandatory insurance is critical. We provide you with an in-depth analysis of obligatory health, life, and worker compensation insurances across African countries, detailing who pays for them and how they are managed.
Consider These 5 African Countries When Expanding in the IT & Telecom Industry
Discover 5 Countries in Africa Where the IT industry is currently booming and employers should definitely keep an eye on when expanding.
The healthcare industry is evolving in these 5 African countries…
The healthcare industry in Africa has long been snubbed by investors. And this is not entirely without reason: the odds have generally not been in the continent’s favour. Case in point: Africa houses 14% of the world’s population, and yet has less than 1% of the...
USAID funding in 2026: the requirements for companies & NGOs in Africa & maintaining compliance
American foreign assistance has shifted considerably since the start of 2025. A combination of executive action, legislative negotiation, and administrative restructuring has produced a foreign aid framework that looks much different from what existed just a year ago....
How good of an employer is your Employer of Record?
How good of an employer is your Employer of Record …to their own employees? Africa HR Solutions has won the Employer of Choice Mauritius 2023 – something we are incredibly proud of, and which matters beyond the superficiality of an award… Still, you may think that...
Scaling up in Africa: 6 ways EORs can help (that you didn’t already know about)
So, it’s time for your company to go big! Scaling your business in a country you know is already a daring venture, filled with bureaucratic demands and legislative complexities…Now imagine having to navigate these issues when you are overseas, in a foreign African...
A look into recent misclassification cases and the risks of worker misclassification for your business
“How bad can it be if we accidentally misclassify a few workers?”You may find yourself asking this question as you prepare to expand in an African country. Surely, worker classification is not so great a priority, especially when you have so much else to take care of...
How PEOs Can Make Your Company More Attractive to Investors During an Expansion
So, your spirits are high, and your enthusiasm is renewed: you have decided to expand to an African nation. But here’s the big blocker in your path: raising capital. Investors are notoriously difficult to convince – and can be especially more so when you are...
Business in Nigeria: 6 Industries Worth Investing In
Are you looking for profitable investment opportunities in Nigeria that are not related to the oil sector? With the oil sector being such a fundamental part of the economy and accounting for up to 6.33% of the country’s GDP in the third quarter of 2022; it can be...