Africa Rise and ShineImportance of skills development
The World Economic Forum has prioritised the reskilling and upskilling of a billion people within the next decade. They have invited nations like South Africa to join the movement by reviewing its education, training, and development plans with the intention on reskilling or upskilling the workforce. On the back of the impact of covid-19 on employment in South Africa, it is imperative to take a critical look at the importance of skills development in a tough economic climate, to assist in attaining the goal of upskilling and reskilling. To find out more on this, we speak to Francois Pulzone, Head of Business Development at the Skills Development Corporation
