Africa: The Future Hub of Skilled Labor?
Africa, with the world's youngest population, could become a global reservoir of skilled labor in the next 10 to 15 years, provided it invests heavily in training. According to the "Foresight Africa 2025-2030" report by Brookings Institution, by 2030, 230 million jobs in sub-Saharan Africa will require digital skills, generating up to 650 million training opportunities, with a market estimated at $130 billion.
This potential relies on strategic investments in education to prepare young people for digital careers, which will impact various sectors: technology hubs, online services, digital finance, and cutting-edge industries. This digital revolution will not only create direct jobs but also stimulate innovation, entrepreneurship, and Africa's global competitiveness.
However, without ambitious policies to strengthen training, these prospects risk evaporating, exacerbating unemployment and social inequalities. The digital transformation thus remains a crucial challenge to unlock the continent's economic potential and offer real opportunities to its youth.
