Positioning TVET as a Strategic Response to Africa's Growth
Transforming challenges into opportunities through Technical and Vocational Education and Training
THE CHALLENGE & OPPORTUNITY
Africa's rapidly growing population presents both a challenge and an opportunity. As millions of young people enter the labor force each year, the continent faces rising unemployment and a widening skills gap.
To respond effectively, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) must be repositioned as a key driver of economic inclusion, innovation, and sustainable development.
TVET Empowers Youth To:
Current Challenges
Understanding the key challenges facing Africa's youth and labor market
Rapidly Growing Population
Millions of young people entering the labor force annually
Rising Unemployment
Widening skills gap creating economic challenges
Skills Mismatch
Gap between available skills and industry demands
Expected Outcomes of the
African International Conference
At the close of the AIC, we aim to achieve these high-impact outcomes that will transform TVET across Africa
Strategic Rebranding of TVET Across Africa
Develop and implement actionable strategies to reshape public perception of TVET—presenting it as a modern, dignified, and rewarding option for skills acquisition and career advancement.
Strengthened Industry-Government-TVET Collaboration
Build strong and lasting partnerships between the private sector, TVET institutions, and government agencies to ensure training is demand-driven, policy-backed, and industry-aligned.
Leveraging Technology and AI to Modernize TVET
Explore and showcase how emerging technologies—including Artificial Intelligence, virtual simulations, and digital platforms—can make TVET more engaging, efficient, and future-focused for African youth.
Promoting Investment in TVET Ecosystems
Present TVET as a viable and high-impact investment sector, encouraging private sector participation, donor funding, and innovative financing models that support scalable, results-oriented skills development programs.
Be Part of Africa's
TVET Revolution
Together, we can unlock Africa's demographic potential and create sustainable pathways for millions of young people through strategic TVET transformation.