NSDC International, a wholly owned subsidiary of National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sub – Saharan African Skills & Apprenticeship Stakeholders Network (SASASNET) to develop the skill ecosystem across Sub-Saharan Africa countries.
The partnership aims to address the skill gap, boost workforce mobility, and drive regional economic growth by establishing Sector Skill Councils and sharing NSDC International’s best practices on skills development strategies. It also focuses on enhancing youth job readiness and employability skills through technology advancements. The MoU was exchanged between Mr.Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International and Hon. Ousman Sillah, Secretary General, SASASNET. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International said, “I am certain that our partnership with SASASNET will drive positive transformation across member countries and pave the way for a resilient and an inclusive future for all”.
NSDC International will share the best practices and lessons learned from the development of the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) and other Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) with SASASNET for enhancing the TVET systems through digital platforms in the member countries.