Tag: skills development
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Growth at 3% Fails to Feed Namibia’s Hungry Workforce: What’s Next for Jobs
Namibia’s modest growth sparks concern over jobs Namibia’s economy is forecast to grow by around 3% this year, a figure economists say is relatively modest given the country’s ongoing unemployment challenges. The projection has sparked debate among policymakers, business leaders, and labor advocates about whether such growth will translate into meaningful employment opportunities or simply…
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Higher Education Focus: PM Promotes Skills & Education
Pakistan’s Push for Higher Education and Skills Development The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has underscored a renewed government focus on elevating higher education and skill-building across the country. Speaking at a recent event, he emphasized that public investment in universities, research institutions, and vocational training centers will be a core pillar of…
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Pakistan’s Push for Higher Education: Government Accelerates Skills and Access
Pakistan’s Commitment to Higher Education and Skill Development The government of Pakistan, led by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has prioritized higher education and professional skills as keystones of national development. In a clear signal to students, parents, and educators, officials outlined a series of programs designed to strengthen the education system, expand access, and…
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Govt Focuses on Higher Education and Skills to Empower Pakistan’s Youth
Pakistan’s Strategic Push: Elevating Higher Education and Skills Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif announced that the government is placing special emphasis on advancing higher education and skill development across the country. This initiative aims to create an effective, modern education system that builds a stronger workforce for Pakistan’s future. By expanding access, improving quality, and…
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EU Consultations on Labour Mobility and Skills in Border Regions: Shaping Cross-Border Work and Qualifications
Overview: EU Public Consultations on Labour Mobility and Skills The European Commission has launched two public consultations that focus on improving cross-border labour mobility and the recognition of professional qualifications across Europe. These consultations target border regions where workers frequently traverse national lines for employment, training, or career advancement. By soliciting input from employers, workers,…
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Does Tanzanian Training Meet Global Standards? A Critical Look at Skills Development
Introduction: The question on everyone’s mind When readers ask whether Tanzanian training meets global standards, they are seeking a clear, evidence-based answer. In recent years, Tanzania has seen significant investments in vocational, technical, and professional development programs. Yet international benchmarks—ranging from OECD guidelines to international vocational education standards—reveal nuanced progress and persistent gaps. This article…
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Bridging the Gap: Namibian Youth Education and Unemployment Challenge
Overview: Education on the Rise, Jobs Hard to Find Namibia’s young people are increasingly pursuing post-secondary education, yet the job market has not kept pace. The latest Afrobarometer report highlights a troubling mismatch: nearly a quarter of Namibian youths have completed post-secondary education, but only a small proportion secure full-time employment. This gap raises questions…
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Namibian Youth Struggle with Unemployment Despite Rising Post-Secondary Education
Rising Education, Persistent Unemployment Namibia is seeing a notable paradox: more young people are obtaining post-secondary education, yet a surprisingly small share of this educated cohort holds full-time jobs. The latest Afrobarometer findings illuminate a widening gap between the country’s increasingly educated youth and the realities of the labour market. This trend raises concerns about…
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Making Africa’s Integration Work for Jobs, Scale, and Structural Change
Introduction: A critical push for regional integration Africa’s regional integration is not just a trade policy—it is a practical framework for creating jobs, unlocking markets at scale, and driving structural change across economies. With the continent welcoming roughly one million new entrants to the labor force each month, the urgency to connect businesses, reduce fragmentation,…
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Making Africa’s integration work for jobs, scale, and structural change
Why Africa needs integration now With a continuous influx of one million young Africans entering the labor force each month, the continent faces a common challenge: creating enough productive jobs that can sustain rising expectations. Regional integration offers a clear path to scale, productivity, and structural transformation. By harmonizing rules, improving cross-border trade, and pooling…