Policies for productive and inclusive skills development in Africa

Abstract

This chapter identifies policy priorities for African policy makers to increase the supply of quality skills across the continent, in line with current and future demand, to support productive employment. First, it highlights the importance of national skill strategies driven by data. Second, it suggests ways to expand quality education in more cost-effective ways. Third, the chapter discusses innovative training formats with a wide reach. Fourth, it shows how technical and vocational education and training could be upgraded. Fifth, the chapter outlines the most important steps for the regional integration of African skills development policies, including the circulation of skills.

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