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Ayenat Mersie
Verified
Freelance Journalist, Freelance
Nairobi
Beats
Non-Destiny 1st person shooters such as Call of Duty;
Content
By Ayenat Mersie Verified| Devex@ With foreign aid budgets under strain, everyone from governments to NGOs is rummaging through the metaphorical couch cushions for extra cash — and remittances are increasingly in the spotlight. In 2024, global remittances totaled around $685 billion, outpacing both foreign direct investment, or FDI, and official development assistance, or ODA. And that figure likely undercounts the true scale, with billions more flowing through informal channels.
By Ayenat Mersie Verified| Devex@ The global agricultural research network CGIAR closed out its first-ever Science Week on Friday with a mix of scientific ambition and cautious optimism. The event, held at the United Nations Office at Nairobi last week, drew over 8,000 people in person and another 2,000 online, with representatives from 1,000 organizations and 100 countries. CGIAR is a partnership of 15 agricultural research centers worldwide.
By Ayenat Mersie Verified| Devex@ With foreign aid budgets under strain, everyone from governments to NGOs is rummaging through the metaphorical couch cushions for extra cash — and remittances are increasingly in the spotlight. In 2024, global remittances totaled around $685 billion, outpacing both foreign direct investment, or FDI, and official development assistance, or ODA. And that figure likely undercounts the true scale, with billions more flowing through informal channels.
Company Info
Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
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