16:00-18:30 (JST) October 9, 2024 （Hybrid)
Venue for in-person particiapants: World Bank Tokyo Development Learning Center (TDLC)
Fukoku Seimei Bldg. 14F, 2-2-2 Uchisaiwai-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Online participants: The Zoom link will be provided to the registered participants.
Language: English / Japanese (A simultaneous interpretation will be provided)
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【Overview】
The potential for growth in African countries and cities is significantly influenced by the population dividend and migration patterns. Attracting young, talented migrants to cities is a key growth driver, yet many African countries face challenges in improving their education and training systems to equip a burgeoning young workforce with the skills needed for a modern economy. Additionally, cities struggle to create environments that provide stable jobs and enable young talents to contribute to the local economy.
On October 9 2024, the World Bank Tokyo Development Learning Center (TDLC) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD Development Centre) are organizing a joint knowledge event focused on African development, in view of the TICAD9(Tokyo International Conference on African Development) held in August 2025 in Yokohama.
Join us for an engaging event featuring presentations and panel discussions on enhancing skills development, fostering competitive labor markets, and transforming urban environments to revitalize human resources and boost Africa's local economy.
Time | Title Description |
16:00 – 16:20 | Opening Session • Mr. Hiroshi Takami, Special Representative of Japan to the World Bank • Ms. Ragnheiður Elín Árnadóttir, Director, OECD Development Centre • Dr. Takeharu Yamanaka, Mayor of Yokohama • Mr. Hideki Kusakabe, Deputy Director-General, International Cooperation Bureau |
16:20 – 17:10 | Presentations Moderator: Ms. Shoko Tawara, Program Officer, World Bank Presentation of AUC/OECD Africa’s Development Dynamics: Skills, jobs and productivity 2024 report • Dr. Arthur Minsat, Head of Unit for Africa, Europe, Middle East, OECD Development Centre • Dr. Patrick Olomo, Head Economic Policy and Sustainable Development, Department of Economic Affairs, African Union Comission Presentation of African Cities for Jobs and Growth for the Future • Ms. Ayah Mahgoub, Senior Urban Development Specialist, World Bank • Ms. Aanchal Anand, Senior Urban Economist, World Bank |
17:10 – 18:20 | Panel Discussion Moderator: Ms. Setsuko Saya, Deputy Director, OECD Development Centre • S.E. IPO Gbolié Désiré Wulfran, Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire • Mr. Tomas Sales, Special Advisor for Private Sector and SDG Finance, Africa region, UNDP • Mr. Shuhei UENO, Deputy Director-General, Africa Department (JICA) • Mr. Osamu Kawanishi, Chief External Representation Office for Asia, African Development Bank (AfDB) • Mr. Hiroki Kawata, Chief Executive Director, Overseas Construction Association of Japan, Inc (OCAJI) |
18:20 – 18:30 | Closing Remarks |
This event is a TICAD9 Partner Project.
Last Updated: Sep 25, 2024