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Skills and lifelong learning
Globalization, changing work dynamics, and advancements in automation and AI are driving a critical need for a skilled and adaptable workforce. Governments must implement forward-looking skills policies, while education systems should embrace new technologies and prioritize digital skills. Employers need to invest in workforce training and reskilling to meet evolving demands, and workers must incorporate lifelong learning into their careers.
Apprenticeships
86% of employers report more relevant skills from apprenticeships.
Generative AI
could augment at least 13% of employment worldwide, with a similar impact across regions.
News and stories
Decent work country programme
Iraq launches a four-year programme for better jobs, skills and social protection
Labour migration and free movement
Beyond the headlines: ILO and IGAD strengthen media professionals’ skills to report on regional integration, free movement of persons and...
Ongoing and upcoming events
Regional conference
Africa Skills Week 2026
Masterclass Series “The skills bridge” - Episode 15
Innovative solutions for skills-based mobility across borders
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Technical and Vocational Education and Training
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Youth employment
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Apprenticeships
Lifelong learning and skills for the future
World of Work Series report 2026
Latest publications and documents
Kenya's fodder sector skills assessment
Skills gap assessment in the fodder sector that promotes inclusive decent employment and productive livelihood in Nakuru, Narok and Kajiado...
Publication
Changing landscape of skills in the age of AI
Publication
Employment, skills and economic inclusion in Cox’s Bazar: An analysis of labour market dynamics and trends
Initiatives
ILO's Africa Skills Hub
Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification
SPEED
Skills for Productivity, Environment and Economic Diversification
ILO initiative
DiSCo - Digital Skills Coalition
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