Advancing TVET reforms for better employment in Senegal

Context

Every year, around 300,000 young Senegalese enter the workforce, yet companies in emerging industries still face challenges in finding qualified workers. Currently, Senegal's vocational and technical training system (TVET) does not equip individuals with the skills that match private industry needs. To address this, aligning training programmes with market demands is essential, as this will drive economic growth and improve job opportunities for young people.

Objective

Young people in Senegal have equitable access to vocational training aligned with labour market demands.

Approach

The project connects Senegalese and European private sector partners to help young people secure employment, particularly in the context of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games and its legacy. Within this framework, the project, co-financed by the German Cooperation and the European Union, focuses on:

• Ensuring equitable access to vocational training that aligns with labour market demands
• Promoting fairness in career guidance and training, with a focus on gender equality and vulnerable groups
• Expanding training in emerging professions through collaboration with private companies
• Integrating innovations, such as digital technology, ecology, and sports, into training programmes.

Last update: October 2024