HUMAN CAPITAL
and LABOUR
RESEARCH
Africa on the rise
W
herever investors and companies are
discussing growth and expansion, Africa
is center stage. With a population in excess of
a billion and economic growth around 5.5% in
2014, this continent is becoming increasingly
attractive to investors. International companies
such as Barclays, Vodacom, Siemens, Unilever,
GE, Walmart and TATA have all increased their
presence. In addition, home-grown brands such
as MTN, Shoprite, Woolworths, Sasol, Econet,
FNB and Dangote Cement have also expanded
across Africa.
Africa’s richness and potential are not only
locked-up in minerals and commodities, but in
the opportunity and challenges diversity and
Interest in Africa is on the increase
human capital offer. Human capital is imperative
for economic success. Raising human capital
does not only refer to education and training,
but also to the improvement of health levels,
community involvement and employment
prospects. Despite the vast potential pool of
talent on the continent, a lack of high level
skills exists and this is where Africa is at a
disadvantage.
Despite the optimistic narrative of ‘Africa Rising’
which has been used to describe the continents
economic trajectory and the steady growth
of foreign direct investment, much has to be
done in terms of uplifting the human capital
and skills of its people. With 65% of Africa’s total
population under the age of 65, Africa’s youth
population is often considered to be the most
valuable asset to the continent. Over the past 20
years, Africa has accounted for 20% of the world’s
working-age population growth and according to
McKinsey Global Institute, if this trend continues
Africa will have the largest global workforce,
surpassing China and India.
To ensure investments become fruitful in
the short and long term, businesses need
to contribute to the progression of Africa’s
workforce by assisting individuals in developing
the necessary technical-, managerial- and soft
skills.
As a HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL do you have the most up-to-date and
relevant information to:
JJ Develop future business strategies when
expanding into Africa?
JJ Play a strategic role in expansion decisions
within the boardroom?
JJ Get a strategic overview of the human
capital and labour force context of each
African country?
JJ Understand the industrial relations and
collective bargaining framework of each
country?
JJ Keep abreast of employment trends in
relevant industries and occupations?
JJ Understand wage and salary trends?
JJ Get an in-depth analysis of the quality of
human capital from primary education to
higher education (including an overview of
the TVET system in the country)?
JJ Manage and utilise expatriates and diaspora?
KR’s HUMAN CAPITAL AND LABOUR RESEARCH provides an in-depth and comprehensive overview of the latest human
capital and labour trends and developments in Africa. Each country report provides the most up-to-date data available on
the state of human capital in that country and each chapter includes implications, challenges and recommendations.
THIS RESEARCH will PROVIDE YOU WITH A BETTER understanding and knowledge of the
context of human capital and labour in terms of:
“Count me among the growing number of people excited
and hopeful about what’s happening on the ground in Africa.
Markets are booming, and this time it’s not just gold mines and
oil rigs; it’s a new generation of workers and entrepreneurs.”
Mohammed A. El-Erian Former CEO / co-CIO • PIMCO
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JJ Inter-cultural challenges
JJ Training and skills development
JJ Wage and salary trends
JJ Economic indicators
JJ Skills shortages
JJ Industrial relations
JJ Standards of living
JJ Employment levels and trends
JJ Labour market efficiency
JJ Healthcare
JJ Unemployment and job creation
JJ Human resources profession and more.
JJ Education
JJ Expatriates, immigrants and diaspora
In addition, the research sets these developments in context and explains their significance. Data is benchmarked against South Africa and Nigeria to provide
context and perspective. This enables you to make better strategic decisions for your organisation.
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Ghana
Ghana is ranked one of the easiest places
to conduct business in sub-Saharan Africa.
Nigeria
Nigeria has more than
HUMAN CAPITAL Trends
250 ethnic groups.
eTHIOPIA
Angola
Between 2012 and 2013 eTHIOPIA’S economy grew by 9.7%,
making Ethiopia the 12th fastest growing economy in the world.
The Angolan government encourages
‘Angolanisation’ of the work force by urging the use of
Angolan suppliers of goods and services.
KENYA
KenyA is becoming one of the largest tech hubs on the continent and is the global leader in mobile
money transfers. In January 2013 the Government of Kenya launched Konzo technology city which
is expected to cement Kenya’s role as a regional technology leader in Africa. The project is expected
to cost US$10 billion but create more than 200,000 jobs in the country.
Botswana
Botswana is ranked 3rd in Africa in terms of governance
according to the Ibrahim Index of African Governance.
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Malaria continues to be a serious challenge for the labour force in the Democratic
Congo (DRC) – 97% of the population live in malaria areas.
Namibia
Namibia does not have a national minimum wage
policy, however minimum wage requirements exist for
farm workers, domestic workers and security guards.
Tanzania
Enrolments for higher education in Tanzania
increased by 222% since 2005.
South Africa
Mozambique
Since 2008, employers and own account workers (who form the backbone of entrepreneurs) in
South Africa, decreased from 2.19 million to 1.94 million, representing a decrease of 250,000!
ZAMBIA
Zimbabwe
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Brain drain in Zimbabwe is extensive – 50% of all professionals have emigrated since 2000.
Republic of
For the 2020 projection, the 15–64
year old age group will increase to 52%
of the total population in ZAMBIA
Mauritius
In Mozambique it is estimated that around 300,000
young people enter the labour market annually.
“KR’s Human Capital
and Labour Research
is a valuable source of
information on human
capital and labour
developments in various
African countries. The
country reports are the
most comprehensive and
integrated reports of its
kind and we have used the
various reports to analyse
labour market trends and
human capital business
risks. I would highly
recommend these reports
to HR and business leaders
with current business
operations in these
countries or who wish to
enter African markets.”
Pearl Maphoshe
Vice President:
Human Resources • South 32
Mauritius has one of the best
education systems in Africa, with
100% of teachers being trained.
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Each country report delivers
THE COUNTRY PROFILE
SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC ANALYSES
JJ Brief historical and geo-political overview
JJ Population breakdown
JJ Business and cross cultural realities
JJ S
tandard of living and human development indicators compared to
selected countries
JJ Governance
BROAD ECONOMIC INDICATORS
JJ GDP and structure of the economy
JJ Competitiveness and ease doing business
JJ Largest companies, foreign investment, and foreign aid
EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
JJ Poverty indicators and trends
JJ Structure and nature of healthcare
AN OVERVIEW OF THE LABOUR MARKET
JJ Economically active population
JJ Employment and unemployment trends
JJ Job creation strategies and programmes
JJ Qualifications profile of the population and workforce
JJ Expatriates, immigrants and diaspora
JJ National education and skills statistics unpacked
JJ Wage and salary trends
JJ Higher education – universities
JJ Industrial relations
JJ Training and skills development
JJ Labour market efficiency
JJ Quality of education system
JJ Human resources profession
“The Human Capital and Labour Reports are a must read for anyone involved in understanding human capital and labour statistics and
trends, and its impact on business and the economy in Africa. It has to be classified as a first of its kind, and be recognised as the most
comprehensive, rigorous, verifiable and cutting-edge research that is currently available in the market. I want to congratulate the authors
on this eminently invaluable, useful and insightful volume of reports.”
Professor Shirley Zinn Author of Swimming Upstream: A story of grit and determination to succeed | CEO • Shirley Zinn
Consulting | Former HR Director • Standard Bank South Africa | Deputy Global Head of HR • Standard Bank Group
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KR’s Human Capital and Labour Research
is unique in that it...
Integrates data
A team of researchers source the data from various credible and reliable
institutions. The information and data in the country reports are from a
number of reputable institutions and cross-checked and verified with objective
analysis.
Available in the
following formats
Specialises in Human Capital
A wide range of reports, research studies and various analyses exist that refer
to the economic and political dispensation of African countries. Information
about the human capital and labour force of any African country is, however,
fragmented. The aim of the research is to offer an integrated view and analysis
of the quality and quantity of human capital in African countries.
Hardcopy
E-book
Provides analysis and trends
The portal is not just a data bank filled with data. The data is analysed,
benchmarked and compared. Trends are provided and implications are
explored.
From Africa for Africa and the rest of
the world
Many international organisations that produce research on Africa do not
consider that Africa is not homogeneous. Each country is unique. KR’s
researchers are well qualified, have international exposure and deliver work
that is of an international standard whilst considering Africa’s unique context.
Subscription to digital platform
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Unbiased research from authoritative
and credible sources
The data has been compiled from a variety of credible and
publishable sources, including
JJ African Development Bank
JJ Mo Ibrahim Foundation
JJ World Bank
JJ Central banks
JJ Statistical bureaus
JJ World Economic Forum
JJ Government departments
JJ UNAIDS
JJ World Health Organization
JJ International Labour Organization
JJ UNESCO
JJ and MANY more
JJ International Monetary Fund
JJ United Nations Development Program
Some organisations who are already using THIS RESEARCH to grow and develop their
presence in Africa, include
“The KR team have produced what I believe
will be an indispensable reference source on
Human Capital and Labour in African countries.
Each report provides a country profile within
an African context, followed by sections on
the profile of the particular country being
researched, and then sections on the Economy,
Socio-demographics, Education and Skills
Development and the Labour market in that
country.
The research is thorough but concise,
with benchmarking where necessary and
each chapter concludes with a very useful
section on implications, challenges and
recommendations.
The report also concludes with a very useful list
of recommended resources.
I recommend these reports to Human
Resource and Organisation Strategists wishing
to enter or compete in these African countries.
They are excellent as well as being exceptionally
well priced for the value being offered.”
Dave van Eeden
Editor of The Role of the Chief Human
Resources Officer
Executive: Organisation Improvement • Libstar
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Not just recommended
for HR professionals
KR’s HUMAN CAPITAL AND LABOUR RESEARCH is not only an essential resource for HUMAN
RESOURCES PROFESSIONALS who wish to keep abreast of the human capital trends and
developments in African countries, but can also be utilised by marketing departments and academic
institutions.
MARKETING
PROFESSIONALS use THIS
RESEARCH to:
ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH
INSTITUTIONS use THIS
RESEARCH to:
JJ Develop more effective marketing
strategies when expanding into Africa.
JJ Access comparable, credible research and
trends for Africa.
JJ T
o overcome marketing barriers and
better understand perceptions at the
deepest cultural level.
JJ U
tilise unique data and significant
developments for articles, lectures and
papers.
JJ I dentify marketing opportunities and
product and service gaps in the market.
If your company has a presence in Africa, or looking to expand operations
in Africa, this research is essential for you to access!
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Country reports available
ANGOLA
KENYA
Rwanda
ISBN: 978-1-86922-401-1
eISBN: 978-1-86922-546-9
ISBN: 978-1-86922-407-3
eISBN: 978-1-86922-497-4
ISBN: 978-1-86922-414-1
eISBN: 978-1-86922-556-8
BOTSWANA
Malawi
SOUTH AFRICA 2015
ISBN: 978-1-86922-402-8
eISBN: 978-1-86922-547-6
ISBN: 978-1-86922-409-7
eISBN: 978-1-86922-552-0
ISBN: 978-1-86922-561-2
eISBN: 978-1-86922-562-9
DEMOCRATIC
REPUBLIC OF THE
CONGO (drc)
MAURITIUS
TANZANIA
ISBN: 978-1-86922-410-3
eISBN: 978-1-86922-553-7
ISBN: 978-1-86922-417-2
eISBN: 978-1-86922-495-0
MOZAMBIQUE
UGANDA
ISBN: 978-1-86922-411-0
eISBN: 978-1-86922-554-4
ISBN: 978-1-86922-418-9
eISBN: 978-1-86922-496-7
NAMIBIA
ZAMBIA
ISBN: 978-1-86922-412-7
eISBN: 978-1-86922-555-1
ISBN: 978-1-86922-419-6
eISBN: 978-1-86922-493-6
ISBN: 978-1-86922-403-5
eISBN: 978-1-86922-548-3
Ethiopia
ISBN: 978-1-86922-405-9
eISBN: 978-1-86922-550-6
GHANA
ISBN: 978-1-86922-406-6
eISBN: 978-1-86922-489-9
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NIGERIA
ZIMBABWE
ISBN: 978-1-86922-413-4
eISBN: 978-1-86922-499-8
ISBN: 978-1-86922-420-2
eISBN: 978-1-86922-558-2
KR’s Human Capital and Labour Research is available in the following formats:
E-book • Hardcopy • Subscription to digital platform
“The Human Capital and Labour
Report series published by KR
is the only high level work of its
kind in the world – from Africa
for Africa and the rest of the
world. The Human Capital and
Labour Reports are the most
comprehensive and integrated
reports on human capital in
African countries and therefore
constitutes the definitive piece of
work on African labour markets.
The integrated focus on the
demographics of the labour force,
education and skills levels in
countries depicted in colourful
graphs makes it a user-friendly
source and “must read” for all
business leaders contemplating
to do business in African markets.
No business leader should
pursue these markets without
reading the Human Capital
and Labour Reports in order
to gain a proper understanding
of strategic challenges, risks
and opportunities, and then to
prepare strategies for addressing
these issues.
The reports go beyond the
current rhetoric about lucrative
business opportunities, vast
potential and unlimited economic
growth in African countries to
provide a balanced perspective
and reality check about top
priorities for building human
capital in Africa. In essence, the
central theme in all the country
profiles is that human capital
development will be imperative
for business success and
sustainability in African markets.
In essence, the Human Capital
and Labour Reports provide a
one-stop solution to analysing
labour market and human
capital business risks in selected
African markets. Ignoring the
challenges outlined in the reports,
and its recommendations will
not only put your business at
risk, it may limit future business
and economic growth in these
countries. Fortunately, though,
addressing the challenges
from a strategic human capital
development perspective,
may offer a sound approach
to strategically position your
business in achieving sustainable
success in African markets.”
Marius Meyer
CEO • SA Board for People
Practices (SABPP)
Human Capital and Labour
Research now available on a
digital platform!
newly developed online portal offers the same in-depth knowledge on human capital and labour trends and
T hedevelopments
as the printed reports but is now available as an online subscription with regular updates. The portal
is not just a databank of data. It offers in-depth analyses of human capital in individual countries. The data has been
analysed, is up-to-date, verified and interpreted. Each section includes implications, challenges and recommendations
for HR professionals, talent and training managers, policy makers, researchers, investors, etc.
Additional benefits of the
online subscription
JJ U
sers are able to access the information from
anywhere at any time, from any device that is
connected to the internet. Information is supplied
faster with more convenience to the users. Offline
viewing available.
JJ H
ypertext links provide the users with additional
related information.
JJ T
here are no restrictions on the total number of
users or logins into the portal.
JJ V
arious authentication options are available such as
IP authentication and login passwords.
JJ A
ll the content on the platform is fully searchable by
search engines and discovery tools.
JJ O
n-demand user statistics are available to monitor
the usage of the platform by the users.
JJ No digital rights management (DRM).
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KR’s HUMAN CAPITAL AND LABOUR RESEARCH is the most cost effective
resource you could have on the respective country’s human capital and labour force.
Save your organisation months worth of work and
tens of thousands in research costs!
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