dvbwitso/jowa-zambia

Zambian free-lance job market # JOWA - Job Opportunities Worldwide in Africa **JOWA** is Zambia's premier digital job marketplace that connects local talent with opportunities while supporting the growth of the Zambian economy. Built with modern web technologies and designed specifically for the African market. ## 🌍 About JOWA JOWA (Job Opportunities Worldwide in Africa) is a comprehensive platform that bridges the gap between job seekers, recruiters, and consulting companies in Zambia. Our platform operates with local currency (ZMW) and understands the unique dynamics of the Zambian business environment. ### 🎯 Key Features - **Multi-Role Platform**: Supports Job Seekers, Recruiters, and Consulting Companies - **Local Currency**: All transactions and pricing in Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) - **Trust-Based System**: User ratings and reviews for quality assurance - **Real-Time Matching**: AI-powered job matching for better opportunities - **Mobile-Responsive**: Optimized for both desktop and mobile devices - **Professional Profiles**: Comprehensive profile management for all user types ## 🚀 Live Demo Experience JOWA in action with our interactive demo showcasing: - Job seeker journey from registration to job application - Recruiter workflow from posting jobs to hiring - Consulting company service offerings and client matching **View Live Demo →** ## 🛠 Technology Stack ### Frontend - **Next.js 13.5.1** - React framework with App Router - **TypeScript** - Type-safe development - **Tailwind CSS** - Utility-first CSS framework - **Radix UI** - Accessible component primitives - **Lucide React** - Beautiful icons ### Backend & Storage - **Local Storage** - Client-side data persistence - **React Context** - State management - **Form Validation** - Zod schema validation ### UI/UX - **Responsive Design** - Mobile-first approach - **Modern Aesthetics** - Clean, professional interface - **Accessibility** - WCAG compliant components - **Dark Mode Support** - System preference detection ## 🏗 Project Str …