George Asamani, MD Sub-Saharan Africa, Project Management Institute
When we commemorated Africa Industrialisation Day on November 20, we were reminded of the transformative potential of industrialisation in reshaping the continent's economic landscape, generating employment and raising standards of living for approximately 1,5 billion people. Yet, as we look toward a future driven by the fourth industrial revolution 4IR and the rise of automation, advanced manufacturing, digital transformation and artificial intelligence, the question emerges How do we best prepare Africa's workforce for this new age?
The answer lies in building a robust base of project management skills that are not just peripheral but central to successful industrialisation.
The history of industrial revolutions tells a compelling story. Each era of technological advancement from the age of steam to the advent of digital has been propelled not merely by inventions and resources but by skilled people capable of harnessing and managing those resources effectively. Each leap forward required new knowledge, execution and the ability to navigate complex projects clearly.
