Decode 2.0: Sculpting a Future-Proof Workforce in Africa’s Digital Era

24Bit

In this thought-provoking discussion, Emmanuel Chenze together with our guests dive into what the future holds for the workforce in Africa, particularly within Kenya's burgeoning tech scene. Our esteemed guests, Donna Rege, Head of Safaricom Women in Technology and Senior Manager, Digital IT and Business; Maureen Mathenge, HR Cluster Lead for Technology; and Naisenya Mungai, Digital Delivery Lead at Safaricom, provide rich insights into several key aspects: 1. The Future of Work: With glimpses into the realms of automation, burgeoning skills, and the shift towards cloud technologies, they explore the nuanced move away from traditional certifications towards a focus on experience and tangible outcomes. 2. Influential Trends: Unpack the trends poised to shape the work landscape in the coming years – remote work, a tilt towards solution-oriented women in the workforce, advancements in UI/UX, STEM/STEAM initiatives, and the rise of remote learning. 3. Kenyan Tech Talent: Gain insights into the current state and future trajectories of tech talent within Kenya, exploring pivotal aspects like gender distribution and inclusivity. 4. Inclusive Initiatives: Learn about Safaricom’s progressive steps towards an inclusive workforce, incorporating more women and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and the impacts and challenges of these endeavours. 5. Remote and Hybrid Work: Engage with our guests’ perspectives on remote work, and the hybrid work model, navigating through its complexities and anticipations. 6. Talent Dynamics in Africa: In a continent where the talent wars and talent matching have been prevalent topics, hear firsthand experiences and views from our speakers on these phenomena. Join us to explore these compelling topics, understanding how organisations like Safaricom are navigating and potentially shaping the future of work, especially in the technology sector, amidst the vibrant digital renaissance sweeping across Africa.

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