Event Agenda Day 1/ recruitment
Day 1 of the event will feature a dynamic recruitment drive, providing companies with the opportunity to connect with exceptional talent across a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, applied
OVERVIEW OF THE EVENT
The “Skills 4 Afrika” is an annual recruitment forum aims to highlight the critical issue of sought-after skills in order to transform the DRC’s potential into wealth for sustainable development.
Key activities we had during the forum included:
- Professional Networking Sessions: Direct interactions between industry leaders, recruiters, and qualified professionals from both local and diaspora communities.
- Career Development Panels: Expert-led discussions on career opportunities and professional growth strategies in the DRC’s evolving job market.
- Recruitment Drive: Direct recruitment opportunities with leading companies operating in the DRC, featuring on-site interviews and CV reviews.
The 4th edition for skills4afrika took place in Kolwezi, the capital of the Lualaba province, on November 15 and 16, 2024, at Kampi Ya Boma.
The forum focuses on the problem related to the skills deficit within public and private enterprises and institutions in the country.
Its framework is marked by two fundamental axes: the return and recruitment of highly skilled diaspora as well as the retention of local talents through employment or entrepreneurship. In her speech, Miss Lorris Kassongo, the founder of skills4afrika emphasized the need to take actions to encourage the diaspora’s return to the country. She highlighted the experience and skills of these women and men acquired abroad as valuable assets for the development of the DRC. She stressed the importance of the diaspora’s contribution alongside the retention of talents.
L’Elite Agency is dedicated to developing talent and creating valuable connections between businesses and professionals. Skills4Afrika is an annual recruitment forum designed to identify, recruit and encourage the highly qualified Congolese diaspora to actively contribute to the emergence and growth of the DRC. The forum brings together a variety of companies that wish to invest in human capital and contribute to the growth of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This event also brings together industry experts, recruiters, migrant Congolese professionals, entrepreneurs and political actors, creating an environment conducive to exchanges, collaboration opportunities and the implementation of innovative solutions. We are delighted to announce that the Skills4Afrika program will take place in London from Wednesday 17 July 2025 to 19 July 2025.
“The AU has recognized the Diaspora community as the sixth region of the continent”
Skills4afrika event provides a unique platform for institutions to access internationally trained talent, connect with industry experts and explore opportunities to “promote and develop each sector the DR Congo” which fits perfectly with the President ‘s mission. We believe that the diaspora has a key role to play in the reconstruction and modernization of our country. This recruitment forum aims to combat the brain drain and mainly aims at the repatriation of Congolese nationals.
The forum’s initiator reminded everyone of the main objective: “to bridge the skills gap that hinders the country’s development.” The General Director of Elite Agency addressed the issue of unemployment in the DRC. She believes that the country should not face employment problems and pointed out the lack of local skills, human resource provisions, protection of local labor, and existing legal frameworks. She noted that there is a mismatch between the skills available and the needs of the market.
The African diaspora constitutes a pool of human capital and investment that can strongly contribute to the development of the continent, particularly in fragile states that have experienced a mass exodus of experts due to conflicts or economic difficulties. This brain drain which further weakens the capacity of countries can be slowed if steps are taken to improve governance in all aspects of social, economic and political life.
– Margaret Kilo, OFSU Head
Webinar series program on "the Future of Work in Africa"
LSE PFAL in partnership with Skills4afrika
The webinar series launched by LSE Pfal (Program for African Leaders ) in partnership with L’Elite Agency Ltd aims to explore and discuss the evolving landscape of work in the African continent. With the theme centered around the Future work landscape in Africa; this will provide attendees with more than just repeat opportunities for engagement before to truly dive into skills4afrika recruitment forum scheduled for the 15th to 16th of November 2024 – The series will cover multiple topics that may be of interest topic and provide actionable takeaways. The webinar series seeks to foster dialogue, share insights, and explore innovative solutions. It will feature a virtual participation to ensure inclusivity and accessibility. Renowned academics, industry leaders, LSE students and other universities students, Alumni from the last two years or so, policymakers, and successful entrepreneurs will be invited as speakers to provide their expertise and perspectives on the subject matter.Throughout the webinar, various sub-themes related to the future of work in Africa will be explored. These include technological advancements, skills development, entrepreneurship, policy integration and sustainable work practices. The aim is to address the challenges and opportunities that arise from these developments and to identify strategies for a prosperous future of work in Africa.
the Future of work series : careers in Banking
Our Masterclasses
Our Pre-Employment Master Class was an intensive two-day training program designed to prepare candidates to excel in their professional journey before the event. This premium training, led by HR experts and seasoned professionals, offers complete immersion in advanced job search techniques and professional development. Participants benefit from a comprehensive program including interview simulations, personal branding workshops, networking sessions, and personalized advice to optimize their professional profile. This Master Class was a unique opportunity to develop essential skills sought by employers while building a strong professional network, thus significantly increasing their chances of success in the job market.
Lubumbashi Masterclass
Kolwezi Masterclass
Start-up Seed Funding
The Skills4Afrika Conference 2024 presents an opportunity to fund the best start-up idea in Africa. We believe that African businesses/start-ups should grow and get the best coverage, funding and public support as possible.
This year, we aim to support 2 start-ups with £10,000 each to grow their businesses in Africa. We aim to choose from the following sectors:
- Digital/IT
- Agriculture
- Clean Energy
- Education
Entrepreneurs working in other sectors who believe their projects are making impacts are open to apply.
Diaspora is a hub
for the emergence of the African continent
We shall be focusing on the following Job sectors:
Agriculture
Agriculture is a critical industry for Africa's economic development and food security, but there is a significant skills gap in this sector.
Agriculture
Agriculture is a critical industry for Africa's economic development and food security, but there is a significant skills gap in this sector.
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Applied Science
The science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields are crucial to economic development and innovation, but there is a significant skills gap in these areas in Africa.
Applied Science
The science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields are crucial to economic development and innovation, but there is a significant skills gap in these areas in Africa.
Apply
Insurance
Insurance is a rapidly growing industry in Africa, but there is a shortage of skilled professionals to meet the increasing demand. A report by the African Development Bank states that there is a significant skills gap in the insurance sector.
Insurance
Insurance is a rapidly growing industry in Africa, but there is a shortage of skilled professionals to meet the increasing demand. A report by the African Development Bank states that there is a significant skills gap in the insurance sector.
Apply
IT/Computer Engineering
According to a report by the World Bank, Africa faces a significant skills gap in the technology sector, with only 1% of African students graduating with a degree in a technology-related field.
IT/Computer Engineering
According to a report by the World Bank, Africa faces a significant skills gap in the technology sector, with only 1% of African students graduating with a degree in a technology-related field.
Apply
FinTech/Finance
Despite Africa's rapidly growing economy, there is a significant skills gap in finance and financial technology (fintech). According to the World Bank, only 20% of African adults have a bank account
FinTech/Finance
Despite Africa's rapidly growing economy, there is a significant skills gap in finance and financial technology (fintech). According to the World Bank, only 20% of African adults have a bank account
Apply
Engineering Infrastructure / Mining
According to a report by the World Bank, Africa faces a significant skills gap in the technology sector, with only 1% of African students graduating with a degree in a technology-related field.
Engineering Infrastructure / Mining
According to a report by the World Bank, Africa faces a significant skills gap in the technology sector, with only 1% of African students graduating with a degree in a technology-related field.
Apply
Connecting The Right People To The Right Businesses:
In 2017, the World Economic Forum published a report on The Future of Jobs and Skills in Africa, revealing how employers in the region have identified an insufficiently skilled workforce as a major constraint for their businesses.
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OUR MISSION & VISION
OUR MISSION
The mission for the recruitment summit is to provide a valuable resource to discuss and address the issue of brain & capital drain in Africa. This program will also aim to encourage Africa and the African Diaspora to play their role for the emergence of the continent. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse event that brings together a range of industries and organizations, offering job seekers and professionals the opportunity to learn about career and investment opportunities as well as making connections with potential employers/businesses for the emergence of Africa.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to consider a new professional and business environment adapted to the African diaspora and young African descendants graduate around the world. This is in order to reduce migrants also in order to contribute to the growth of local businesses. In short, the project consists in completely mastering the phenomenon of "brain drain and capital drain ", the number one obstacle to the development of African Countries through the creation of an Ecosystem of the return of the African diaspora in their home country
Skilled Workers:
In 2017, the World Economic Forum published a report on The Future of Jobs and Skills in Africa, revealing how employers in the region have identified an insufficiently skilled workforce as a major constraint for their businesses. However, shortages in many of Africa’s major industrial regions are due to a lack of technical knowledge, insufficient or no training, or lack of a university degree. International graduates may find their skills crucial to a sector in need of expertise. With our recruitment summit event, skilled workers would be selected based on their education, work experience, country of origin, knowledge of French or English and other factors. We will work in collaboration mainly with the Universities of England, France and Belgium. At first, we are targeting African diaspora from Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Angola, Ghana, Egypt, Libya, Madagascar, Comoros, Lesotho, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Republic of Congo, DR Congo, Malawi, Seychelles, Sao Tome, Algeria, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Tunisia, Sao Tome and Principe and Eswatini
EVENT schedule
Event Agenda Day 2/ Networking and Interviews
Day 2 of the event, participants will engage in a dynamic program filled with various activities. They will have the opportunity to be interviewed by companies , interact with entrepreneurs,
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