ECA-AfDB-OECD- latest "African Economic Outlook" report forecasts stronger regional economic growth in near future

Abstract

The Outlook examines the theme and concludes that technical and vocational systems in Africa remain influenced by multiple constraints that limit their expansion and impact. It observes that many programmes are not adapted to the needs of the economy and the responsibility for training is fragmented among different agencies. The report, however, notes some important positive developments in Ethiopia, the Gambia, Ghana, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda and South Africa. In order to improve the situation across the continent, Mr. Mahamat Abdoulahi of the ECA Trade, Finance and Economic Development Division, advised that “both governments and the private sector will need to respond to improve education, As well as train and upgrade skills of the workforce”.