How Can We Unlock Decent Jobs for Underserved Young People in Africa? Hosted with Standard Chartered This Insights Paper explores how Africa can unlock decent jobs for its fast-growing youth population, a demographic shift that represents both a historic opportunity and a pressing risk. Each year, 12 million young people enter the labour market, yet only 3 million formal jobs are available. By 2050, 42% of the global workforce will be African, highlighting the urgency of coordinated solutions. The discussion, held across New York, Nairobi and online, stressed the importance of market-responsive training, enabling infrastructure, inclusive policies and entrepreneurship. The paper underscores that only through partnerships can scalable, sustainable solutions be built for Africa’s youth.
