The Making and Unmaking of the Working Class in the Platform Economy | Dr. Ruth Castel-Branco

In this episode of the Tayarisha podcast, Dr. Ruth Castelbranco discusses the e-hailing sector in Kenya and the relationship between the Digital Taxi Association and the Transport Workers Union. The conversation explores the nature and future of work in the platform economy, the role of unions, and the challenges faced by workers in the sector. The regulation of the e-hailing sector in Kenya is also discussed, highlighting the importance of collective bargaining and worker organization. The episode raises questions about the making and unmaking of the working class in the context of the platform economy.

Keywords
e-hailing sector, Kenya, Digital Taxi Association, Transport Workers Union, future of work, platform economy, regulation, collective bargaining, worker organization, working class

Takeaways
- The e-hailing sector in Kenya poses questions about the nature and future of work in the platform economy.
- Regulation is important in the e-hailing sector to protect workers and establish minimum standards.
- Collective bargaining and worker organization are crucial for addressing the challenges faced by workers in the platform economy.
- The making and unmaking of the working class is a dynamic process in the context of the platform economy.
- The sustainability and impact of the platform economy on workers and society need to be critically examined.