Remote People

Summary

Remote People (formerly Horizons) sells EOR from $299 per employee per month across 180+ countries and claims 24–48 hour onboarding. For Africa, that headline is only partly true: you get the lowest list price of any credible global EOR — about $300/month less than Deel and $100 less than Multiplier — but Africa coverage stops at five countries (South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Ghana), and the $299 often becomes $400–500 once you add benefits and country surcharges. If your hiring is confined to those five markets and budget is the main constraint, Remote People is the cheapest option that still handles statutory payroll and compliance properly. The trade-off is thinner Africa-specific compliance depth, variable support outside European hours, and no path to Tanzania, Ethiopia, Morocco, or the rest of the continent.

Ratings Breakdown

Remote People in Africa: Key Facts

What Remote People Does Well

Aggressive pricing

$299/employee/month undercuts Deel ($599) by $300 and Multiplier ($400) by $101. For 10 employees that’s $36,000 per year less than Deel and $12,120 less than Multiplier. The base price is not guaranteed for every African country or every benefits stack — country and benefits add-ons can push the real number to $400–500 — but even at that band Remote People usually lands below premium competitors. If the decision is driven by cost, Remote People sets the floor.

Fast onboarding

Remote People advertises 24–48 hour onboarding; in African markets expect 2–5 business days in South Africa and 5–8 in Nigeria. Local registration and document requirements dictate the floor, so no provider can deliver true 24-hour EOR in Lagos or Johannesburg. Within that reality, their workflow is built to minimise delay: standard hires with documents ready get on payroll in line with or slightly ahead of market. That’s a tangible advantage over slower, more manual EORs.

Global scale at budget pricing

One platform for 180+ countries at a starting price well below Deel and Remote. For teams that need South Africa plus a handful of European or Asian countries on a tight budget, Remote People avoids juggling multiple vendors and multiple price tiers. One contract, one dashboard, one invoice. The Africa footprint is narrow, but the global coverage at that price point is hard to match.

Pan-African workforce and reverse hiring

Remote People explicitly serves African companies hiring abroad, with outbound EOR from $199/month. A Nigerian or South African company hiring its first engineer in Germany or Singapore can use the same vendor. Most EOR content assumes US/EU hiring into Africa; Remote People supports the reverse flow, which matters for African-headquartered teams expanding globally.

Single contract and consolidated billing

One master agreement covers all countries; you don’t sign separate deals per market. Invoicing is consolidated, which simplifies finance and procurement. For companies with a few hires in SA, Nigeria, and Kenya, that’s one relationship and one renewal instead of three. The trade-off is that you’re locked into their five-country Africa list — no cherry-picking another provider for one country without adding a second EOR. For finance teams that hate managing multiple vendor contracts and PO lines, that consolidation has real value.

Where Remote People Falls Short

Only five African countries

South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Ghana. No Tanzania, Ethiopia, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal, or anyone else. Deel covers more African markets; GoGlobal has 30+; Africa HR Solutions reports 46+. If your roadmap includes any country outside those five, Remote People can’t serve it. That’s the main reason to look elsewhere for Africa-heavy expansion. The cost of that limitation: you either use a second EOR for the extra country (double admin, two contracts) or you delay or drop the hire. For a single Tanzania or Ethiopia role, the “cheap” provider can end up forcing you onto a more expensive multi-vendor setup.

The $299 price has asterisks

$299 is the entry point, not the guaranteed price for an African hire. Country surcharges, health and benefits packages, and add-ons (visa, work permits, recruitment) routinely push all-in cost to $400–500 per employee. Get a country-specific quote before basing the business case on the headline number; otherwise the delta can be $1,200–2,400 per employee per year.

Thinner compliance depth in Africa

Remote People is built for breadth, not Africa-specific depth. They run PAYE, UIF, pension, and the usual statutory items correctly. For complex cases — multi-jurisdiction terminations, unionised roles, or disputes under Nigerian or Kenyan law — they don’t match the in-country bench of Safeguard Global (400+ in-country experts) or the 15-year Africa track record of Africa HR Solutions. Fine for straightforward hires; riskier when the situation is messy. If you’re hiring in a regulated sector or expect contentious exits, the cost you save versus Deel or Remote may not cover the extra risk.

Support quality and time-zone mismatch

Berlin and Singapore HQs mean support is optimised for European and Asian hours. African business hours are not the primary coverage window. A payroll or contract issue at 2 p.m. Lagos (1 p.m. Berlin) often gets same-day attention; the same issue at 5 p.m. Lagos may slip to the next day. Reviews mention inconsistent response times. If you need same-day resolution during African business hours, factor that in.

Platform still maturing

Founded in 2018, Remote People is younger than Deel and Remote. The dashboard covers contract generation, payroll tracking, and basics; advanced reporting, integrations, and workflow automation lag. You get a functional tool, not the polish of the top-tier platforms. Acceptable for cost-focused teams; a drawback if you prioritise platform depth.

Pricing Breakdown

Base EOR fee

From $299 per employee per month. That’s the global starting point; African countries may carry surcharges. Included: employment contracts, payroll processing, statutory compliance (PAYE, UIF, pension, etc. by country), and basic benefits where applicable. Contractor management is available at a lower tier.

Add-on costs

Health insurance above statutory minimums, visa and work permit handling, recruitment, and premium support. A typical “full” package with health and work-permit support can add $80–150/month per employee, which is why $400–500 all-in is common.

What’s NOT included

Health insurance above statutory minimums, visa and work permit handling, recruitment, and premium support. These are add-ons and increase the effective monthly cost.

Volume discounts

Discounts for larger headcount; enterprise pricing is custom. Don’t assume $299 at scale without a negotiated quote. At 20+ employees, push for a dedicated account and written volume terms.

How it compares

At list, $300/month less than Deel ($599) and $100 less than Multiplier ($400). The lowest advertised EOR price among credible global providers. Realistic all-in for African hires after typical add-ons: $400–500/month. Still usually below Deel and Remote; closer to or slightly below Multiplier depending on country and benefits. Against Oyster or G-P, Remote People remains the cheaper option; against niche Africa-only providers, compare country-by-country because some specialists undercut on a single market.

Remote People: Country-by-Country

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Starting at $299/month — the lowest credible global EOR list price.
• 180+ countries on one platform at budget-friendly rates.
• Fast onboarding (2–5 days in South Africa) competitive with market leaders.
• Serves African companies hiring globally (outbound from $199/month).
• Berlin/Singapore dual-HQ covers European and Asian time zones.
• Single contract and consolidated billing across all countries.

Cons:

• Only five African countries — the narrowest Africa coverage among major EORs.
• $299 is a starting price; real cost for Africa often lands at $400–500+.
• Thinner Africa-specific compliance depth than specialist or large global providers.
• Variable support, especially outside European business hours.
• Platform lags Deel and Remote on features and integrations.

How Remote People Compares

Case Studies

Real User Feedback

Total reviews across platforms: 400+

What users praise:

G2 and Trustpilot reviewers consistently cite competitive pricing and value for startups and SMBs — the ability to hire in South Africa, Nigeria, or Kenya at a fraction of Deel or Remote costs. Users praise fast onboarding when documents are in order and responsive support when issues arise. The single contract and one dashboard for multiple countries also get positive mention.

What users complain about:

Reviewers note that Remote People is a smaller brand with fewer integrations than market leaders, and that the $299 headline price often rises with benefits and country surcharges. Some mention partner entities in African markets and limited country coverage (e.g. no Tanzania), which forces multi-vendor setups for broader Africa expansion. Support response times are described as inconsistent in places.

Final Verdict

Who should use Remote People:

• Startups (1–10): Budget-conscious teams hiring in one or two of the five African markets (South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Ghana) who want the lowest list price and can accept add-on costs and variable support.
• Mid-market (10–50): Companies with a mix of African and global hires who want one platform and one contract at below-Deel pricing, and whose Africa footprint stays within five countries.
• Enterprise (50+): Less typical; enterprises often need broader Africa coverage or deeper compliance. Fit where Africa is a small share of global headcount and cost is the main driver.

Who should NOT use Remote People: Teams that need broad Africa coverage (Tanzania, Ethiopia, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal, etc.). Use GoGlobal, Africa HR Solutions, or another Africa-focused provider. Also avoid if you need deep in-country compliance support for complex or high-risk situations — Safeguard Global or Africa HR Solutions are safer.

Bottom line: The budget option that works when your Africa hiring is limited to five markets. At $299/month starting, no one else is cheaper; just lock in the real price with a country-specific quote before you commit, and skip Remote People if you need more African countries or deep in-country compliance support.

Best suited for: Budget-conscious teams whose Africa hiring is confined to South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, or Ghana and who want the lowest credible global EOR price, with optional use for African companies hiring abroad.

Visit Remote People: https://joinhorizons.com

Further Reading

• EOR Cost Guide — What You’ll Actually Pay in Africa
• Best EOR for Startups in Africa 2025
• How to Hire Employees in Africa Without a Local Entity
• EOR Pricing: The Hidden Costs Nobody Tells You About
• South Africa Payroll Compliance in 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the $299/month price real for African countries?

It’s the global starting price. African hires can cost more depending on country, benefits, and add-ons. Get a country-specific quote. Realistic all-in for Africa is often $400–500/month.

How many African countries does Remote People cover?

Five: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Ghana. For more African markets, consider GoGlobal (30+) or Africa HR Solutions (46+).

Can African companies use Remote People to hire globally?

Yes. Remote People offers outbound EOR for African companies hiring in 150+ countries from $199/month.

Does Remote People own entities in African countries?

Remote People uses a mix of owned and partner entities globally and reports owned entities in 100+ countries. Confirm for each African country whether the employing entity is owned or a partner.

How fast is onboarding in Nigeria?

Typically 5–8 business days for standard hires with documents ready. Competitive with market; slightly slower than Deel’s best-case 5–7 days in some setups.

Does Remote People handle 13th cheque or end-of-service gratuity in Africa?

In South Africa, the 13th cheque is not statutory but often expected; confirm with Remote People if it’s in your package. In Egypt, end-of-service gratuity is material and accrues with tenure — ask how it’s calculated and funded. In Nigeria and Ghana, statutory and contractual severance are handled as part of termination.

What’s not included in the base $299?

Health insurance above statutory minimums, visa and work permit services, recruitment, and premium support are add-ons. Country surcharges can also apply. Request a full quote for your country and benefits so you’re not comparing $299 to a competitor’s all-in number.

Can I add more African countries later if Remote People expands?

If Remote People adds countries (e.g. Tanzania, Ethiopia, Morocco), existing clients can typically add them through the same platform. Today, for a country they don’t cover, you need a second EOR or a contractor arrangement for that hire.