The SPARKLE project conducts comprehensive analyses of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, with particular focus on Uganda and Sierra Leone. Our research examines the current challenges faced by these systems and their impact on economic and social development.
Through collaborative research with local partners, we identify the key factors limiting the competitiveness and attractiveness of TVET programs in these regions, which contribute to high unemployment rates, undeclared work, and migration flows despite high birth rates.
Our analysis particularly focuses on the electrotechnical sector, which has strong innovative potential but requires targeted capacity building to create decent and productive jobs aligned with national green and digital economic development policies.
Our research covers multiple dimensions of the TVET ecosystem in Sub-Saharan Africa, with particular attention to developing capacity building strategies.
Access detailed analysis reports on TVET systems and electrotechnical sectors in our target countries.
Analysis of the electrotechnical sector in healthcare, identifying key gaps to align training with job market needs and boost employment.
Assessment of electrotechnology in healthcare, highlighting skill shortages and training priorities to enhance workforce readiness.
SPARKLE employs a collaborative bottom-up approach to analyze and develop capacity building strategies.
Our capacity building activities are structured in 5 interconnected clusters:
Through twinning, coaching, and partnership activities between Programme Countries and Sub-Saharan TVET institutions, we ensure knowledge transfer and sustainable capacity development.
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