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South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, and Nigeria form part of an innovation quadrangle that hosts over 80 active tech hubs, mainly in cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.
The World Bank estimates that by 2030, Sub-Saharan Africa will require 230 million digital jobs, most of which will demand a workforce equipped with intermediate to advanced digital skills.
The pace of progress in building these skills varies, with some regions showing promising developments. South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, and Nigeria form part of an innovation quadrangle that hosts over 80 active tech hubs, mainly in cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.
These hubs have nurtured tech talent and provided much-needed infrastructure to support digital education. Examples like these show that the continent is rich with potential. We need better strategies to harness it.
Addressing the digital skills gap in Africa requires a coordinated effort from multiple stakeholders, including governments, private sector players, educational institutions, and NGOs. First and foremost, digital skills education must be introduced early.
AI presents an opportunity for African countries to innovate and compete globally. One could argue that it has the potential to stimulate economic growth in the continent. AI skills among young people can also be a catalyst to unlock this and drive innovation, creating a workforce that can serve Africa and the rest of the world.
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The continent must nurture its human capital to capitalize on its benefits fully. Beyond economic growth, AI can bring substantial organisational benefits, from automating processes to enhancing decision-making capabilities. However, these opportunities are only accessible to a workforce adequately trained to use these technologies.
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