The Future of Jobs and Skills in Africa Preparing the Region for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
This report examines the impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on jobs and skills in Africa, highlighting the need for education reform and investment to prepare for future workforce demands.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | World Economic Forum |
| Authors: | Saadia Zahidi, Richard Samans |
| Geographic focus: | Sub-saharan Africa |
| Page count: | 28 pages |
Methods
The research methodology involved analyzing data from various sources, including a partnership with LinkedIn, to assess education, skills, and job trends in Sub-Saharan Africa. It also considered the potential effects of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on the region's labor market.
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Key Insights
The report analyzes the future of jobs and skills in Sub-Saharan Africa, considering the region's young population and educational trends. It discusses the potential impact of automation, the importance of STEM and ICT skills, and strategies for future-ready education and lifelong learning.
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Categories: English publication language | Sub-saharan Africa geographic scope | africa | african development | african growth | african renaissance | automation | demography | development | economy | education | employment | fourth industrial revolution | globalisation | ict | jobs | jobs and skills | labor market | lifelong learning | poverty | regions | skills | stem | technology | workforce
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