Davos 2023: Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe on the need to reskill graduates for the jobs of tomorrow
CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters spoke with Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Chancellor of the University of Cape Town on Africa’s priorities at the World Economic Forum.
Tue, 17 Jan 2023 10:54:58 GMT
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- Dr. Moloi-Motsepe emphasized the impact of energy constraints on learning and business operations in South Africa, particularly for small businesses seeking to export goods.
- The importance of reskilling graduates for the jobs of the future was highlighted, with a focus on digital skills and opportunities in the green economy.
- Dr. Moloi-Motsepe discussed the need to embrace diverse energy sources such as solar and wind to attract investors and drive economic growth, as well as the challenges of making education more accessible and affordable on the continent.
The World Economic Forum in Davos has kicked off with discussions revolving around South Africa's energy crisis and the challenges facing the country in terms of education and reskilling the workforce. Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Chancellor of the University of Cape Town, shared insights on the impact of the energy constraints on learning and business operations in the country. With small businesses struggling due to unreliable energy sources, the need to reskill graduates for the jobs of tomorrow becomes even more pressing. Dr. Moloi-Motsepe emphasized the importance of embracing diverse sources of energy such as solar and wind to attract investors and drive economic growth. Additionally, she highlighted the need to make education more accessible and affordable to address the limited number of students obtaining degrees in Africa. Her participation in the Harvard Global Advisory Council signifies a commitment to fostering collaborations and advancing education on the continent.
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