COVID-19 And The World Of Work The Emerging Issues

In the face of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which is reported to have recorded over one million cases and over sixty thousand deaths around the world, several countries have been forced to take drastic decisions in a desperate bid to curtail further spread of the virus. The ravaging effect of the COVID-19 has had far reaching implications on the global economy, with several businesses temporarily shut down, movements restricted, and various economic activities placed on hold pending the containment of the virus. The world of work is not exempted. In the workplace, most employers have responded by adopting innovative and flexible approaches to work including remote working, virtual meetings, etc. However, these alterations in work dynamics are not without their limitations. Beyond the setbacks occasioned by lack of adequate infrastructure (work tools, access to constant electricity and internet), several sectors require physical presence of employers and