Job Market Insights

Self-Employment or Formal Employment? What is the Right Path for Artisans, Craftsmen, and Technicians?

Self-Employment or Formal Employment?

Africa’s growing population of trained artisans, craftsmen, and technicians faces an important choice after graduation or skills acquisition: Should I start my own business or seek employment? The truth is, both options are valid and each offers unique benefits and challenges. Let’s explore why both paths matter and how skilled professionals can choose wisely. Why …

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Why skilled youth need networks

Why Youth Need More Than Just Training – They Need a Network

Skills without networks equals potential without impact. In recent years, thousands of young people across Africa have enrolled in TVETs, workshops, and apprenticeship programs to gain practical, employable skills. From masonry to mechanics, tailoring to plumbing, youth are increasingly stream in and out of these TVETs. According to Education News, Nation Africa and The Star: …

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