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Globalization, changing work dynamics, and advancements in automation and AI are driving a critical need for a skilled and adaptable workforce. Governments must implement forward-looking skills policies, while education systems should embrace new technologies and prioritize digital skills. Employers need to invest in workforce training and reskilling to meet evolving demands, and workers must incorporate lifelong learning into their careers.

Skills training

increases participant’s likelihood of getting a job by 14%.

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86% of employers report more relevant skills from apprenticeships.

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could augment at least 13% of employment worldwide, with a similar impact across regions.

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Mainstreaming disability inclusion in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Africa
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Policy Brief

Mainstreaming disability inclusion in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Africa

Strengthening skills anticipation and matching in African Union member states
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Strengthening skills anticipation and matching in African Union member states

Digitalisation and blending of training programmes
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Digitalisation and blending of training programmes

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Skills anticipation

Skills anticipation

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Green jobs

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AI and digitalization

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Skills acquisition

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Youth employment

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Policies, governance and financing

Inclusive societies

Inclusive societies

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Private sector engagement and social dialogue

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Skills and Employability

Mainstreaming disability inclusion in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Africa

Policy Brief

Mainstreaming disability inclusion in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in Africa

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ILO's Africa Skills Hub
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ILO's Africa Skills Hub

Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification (STED)
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Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification (STED)

Quality Apprenticeships Hub
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Quality Apprenticeships Hub

ASEAN Year of Skills
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ASEAN Year of Skills

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