The future of jobsThe creative disruption brought about by the Fourth Industrial Revolution presents both a challenge and unique opportunity for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)’s region workforce. Digital work is increasing across the world, including the MENA region. There is a significant skills mismatch among youth in the MENA region today. Opportunities for public-private collaborationThe MENA region is in a compelling need for investments and reforms to bolster its workforces for the future economy and labor market. Currently, few of the MENA region’s economies are ready for the imminent disruption brought about by the Fourth Industrial Revolution relative to the region’s exposure to these emerging trends.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 02, 2018 09:56 UTC