Digital Workers, Analogue Laws: Why Labour Policy Must Catch Up with the Gig Economy
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Op-Ed Contest Spring 2026
By
Emmanuel Owosanni
Digital labour has created new economic opportunities for young professionals across the world, yet labour protections have not evolved at the same pace. Many workers operate across borders without clear legal safeguards, leaving them vulnerable to sudden termination, unpaid obligations, and limited access to justice. Governments must develop policy frameworks that recognize digital workers and provide minimum protections suited to the realities of the modern workforce.


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