Tag: skills development
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Free Tertiary Education and the Vision 2023 Drive for Jobless Graduates
Introduction: A Bold Step Toward Accessible Higher Education Namibia’s government has announced a landmark shift: tertiary and vocational education will be free starting this year. Championed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the policy seeks to ease the burden of registration fees and loan debt for students and families while aligning higher education with the country’s Vision…
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Open trade, digital investment: AI-driven trade could boost global commerce by 2040, says WTO
Open trade, AI, and growth: a path to 2040 A new report from the World Trade Organization argues that embracing open trade rules, investing in digital infrastructure, and developing AI-related skills could unlock substantial gains in global commerce. By 2040, AI-driven trade could rise by as much as 40%, reshaping how goods and services cross…
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Open Trade and Digital Investment: The Path to an AI-Driven Trade Boom by 2040, Says WTO
Open trade and digital investment: unlocking AI-led growth Smarter, faster, and more interconnected global commerce hinges on a coordinated approach that blends open trade rules with targeted digital investment and workforce upskilling. The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently highlighted that adopting artificial intelligence (AI) in trade processes—while preserving transparent and rule-based markets—could drive almost 40%…
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Were their degrees wasted? From graduates to fishmonger, livestreamer, tyre mechanic
Are Degrees Somehow Wasted? Rethinking Graduate Paths For many graduates, a degree feels like a passport to a stable future. Yet in today’s economy, a growing number of graduates are carving out careers far from the traditional “career ladder” they studied for. From a fishmonger to a livestreamer, a tyre mechanic to a remote worker,…
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Namibia Advances Third National Employment Policy to Tackle Jobs Crisis
Overview: A milestone toward a comprehensive employment framework In November 2025, Namibia took a decisive step toward strengthening its labor market with the convening of a high-level technical workshop in Swakopmund. The gathering, which brought together national experts, social partners, and government representatives, focused on drafting Namibia’s third National Employment Policy (NEP). The workshop underscored…
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Namibia Advances Third National Employment Policy in Swakopmund Workshop
Swakopmund Hosts Key Step in Developing Namibia’s Third National Employment Policy At the start of November 2025, a pivotal gathering in Swakopmund brought together a diverse group of national experts and social partners to advance Namibia’s third National Employment Policy (NEP). The technical workshop, involving government representatives, business leaders, labor unions, and civil society, marks…
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Urgent reforms needed as workers face widening inequality, ILO warns
ILO Report Sounds the Alarm on Widening Inequality A new assessment from the International Labour Organization (ILO) warns that without rapid and targeted reforms, workers worldwide will face growing economic and social inequality. The report emphasizes that the dignity and rights of workers must be at the center of economic policy and business strategy as…
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The New Community Men’s Shed Seeks a Home in Waterford City: A Call for Space and Support
Overview: A Growing Community Initiative in Waterford City The New Community Men’s Shed is looking for a welcoming space in Waterford City. This grassroots initiative brings together men from the local area to learn practical skills, improve English, and contribute positively to the community. By hosting a shed, a premises owner can play a pivotal…