President Hichilema aligns WorldSkills Africa with Zambia's Vision 2030 goals.
Lusaka, Zambia, (EPICSTORIAN) – Zambia has officially won the bid to host the WorldSkills Africa 2025, marking a pivotal moment for vocational education across the continent.
The Worldskills Africa event is slated to take place from April 7 to 12, 2025, in Livingstone, Zambia, a city renowned for its cultural and historical significance.
The upcoming competition will gather industry leaders, policymakers, and aspiring professionals from across Africa, aiming to reshape the continent’s vocational landscape.
This platform, focusing on skills excellence, is expected to ignite a transformation in how African nations approach technical education, particularly in the wake of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
President Hichilema aligns WorldSkills Africa with Zambia’s Vision 2030 goals
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema highlighted the importance of the event, aligning it with Zambia’s Vision 2030 and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
“Hosting this event places Zambia at the forefront of a transformative movement,” President Hichilema said.
“We are proud to partner with WorldSkills International, which has been a driving force in promoting global skills development and excellence.”
As Africa faces the growing demands of a rapidly changing global economy, WorldSkills Africa Livingstone 2025 is positioned as a critical intervention. The event, coupled with the WorldSkills Africa Conference, will not only showcase the continent’s top talent but also serve as a think tank for the future of vocational training across Africa.
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President Hichilema extended an invitation to all African nations to participate in the event. “This is an opportunity for the entire continent. We encourage every African nation to join this movement, fostering a legacy of skills excellence that will inspire our youth, students, and lifelong learners to address the challenges Africa faces today.”
The competition is expected to leave a lasting impact, serving as a cornerstone for skills development that will empower the next generation of African leaders and innovators.
The News Summaries:
- Zambia wins bid to host WorldSkills Africa 2025 in Livingstone.
- President Hichilema highlights WorldSkills Africa as transformative for vocational education.
- WorldSkills Africa 2025 to reshape technical education across the continent.
- Zambia’s WorldSkills Africa 2025 aligns with Vision 2030 and AU Agenda 2063.
