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  "@type": "FAQPage",
  "mainEntity": [
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What is the best HR and payroll software for small businesses in Africa?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Workpay, Achieve Payroll, and Bento are strong options for small businesses due to their affordable pricing, ease of setup, and SME-focused feature sets. Workpay in particular is popular with startups and remote teams across East Africa."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Which African HR software supports multi-country payroll?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "PaySpace Africa leads in this area, covering 43 countries with country-specific tax legislation. Sage Payroll and Africa HR Solutions also offer multi-country support."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Is cloud-based payroll software safe to use in Africa?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Yes, reputable platforms like PaySpace, Workpay, and Sage use enterprise-grade encryption and regular data backups. Always verify a vendor's data residency policy, especially if your country has local data protection laws such as POPIA in South Africa or NDPR in Nigeria."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How much does HR and payroll software typically cost in Africa?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Pricing varies widely. Entry-level plans start around $29 to $30 per month. Many platforms, including PaySpace and Workpay, use custom pricing based on employee count and features. Most also offer free trials."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Can HR software help with payroll compliance in Africa?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Absolutely. Most African-focused platforms automatically update for changes in tax rates, statutory deductions, and reporting requirements. PaySpace, for example, covers tax legislation across 43 countries, significantly reducing compliance risk."
      }
    }
  ]
}