Workforce Development and Skilling Council
Purpose
Creating a Future-Ready Workforce
The Workforce Development and Skilling Council is powered by workforce and education expertise from members across Africa, whose views on skills and labour markets help bridge gaps and prepare young people for emerging industries. Africa’s young population is a great asset when it is trained and employed in making things. By promoting training, upskilling and fair labour policy, this Council helps businesses find skilled talent and communities find work.
Our Vision
Empowering Africa's Workforce
To make Africa a centre for workforce excellence by equipping people with the skills to thrive in modern industry and drive economic growth.
Our Mission
Driving Workforce Development
- Upskill Talent: Collaborate with training institutes to design and deliver effective skills programmes, backed by skills and research investment from partners.
- Advocate for Fair Labour Policy: Promote labour rules that balance the needs of businesses and workers and build an adaptable workforce.
- Foster Employment Opportunities: Host job fairs, career expos and workshops that connect skilled people with employers.
Expert Committee
Builders of Workforce Excellence
The Workforce Development and Skilling Committee includes:
- Training Experts specialising in workforce readiness programmes.
- Industry Leaders sharing insight on future talent needs.
- HR Professionals focused on employment trends and labour relations.
- Academic Institutions to align curricula with industry needs.
- Community Representatives addressing local workforce challenges.
Engagement with Authorities
Partnering for Progress
Local-Level Engagement:
- Collaborate with city authorities and local training centres to identify skills gaps and provide resources for workforce development.
Regional-Level Collaboration:
- Work with national skills agencies and labour departments to enhance training opportunities and skilling initiatives.
Continental-Level Representation:
- Engage with ministries of education and skills, ministries of labour, the African Union and UNIDO to advocate for workforce programmes and fair, flexible labour policy.
Council Convener
Leading Workforce Innovation
The Convener for Workforce Advocacy will:
- Oversee skilling initiatives and partnerships with training institutes.
- Represent Africa’s workforce needs in discussions with policymakers.
- Align industry demand with workforce capability.
Why This Council Matters
For Africa's Growth
Builds a sustainable economy driven by innovation, talent and adaptability.
Empower Africa's Workforce
Join the Workforce Development and Skilling Council to play a key role in shaping a future-ready workforce and creating opportunities for growth across Africa.
Become a Member Today and be part of the mission to empower the workforce and build a continental talent base!
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About
The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.