Welcome to Africa's Future Skills & Professional Development Survey 2026

Thank you for taking part in one of Africa's most comprehensive studies on the future of professional learning, workforce development and lifelong education.

This survey is conducted by The CPD Centre to better understand the skills, competencies and professional development needs of individuals, organisations and institutions across Africa.

Your responses will help us:

• Identify Africa's most in-demand future skills.
• Design high-quality professional development programmes.
• Support employers in developing their workforce.
• Inform governments, development partners and professional bodies.
• Build evidence-based learning solutions that contribute to Africa's economic growth and competitiveness.

The survey should take approximately 10–15 minutes to complete.

Your responses will be treated confidentially and analysed in aggregate unless you choose to provide your contact details for future engagement.

As a participant, you may receive:

• Early access to the Africa Future Skills Report 2026
• Invitations to complimentary webinars and professional development events
• Updates on scholarships, executive education and certification opportunities
• Information on new CPD programmes relevant to your interests

Thank you for contributing to the future of professional development in Africa.

The CPD Centre

Empowering People. Transforming Organisations. Advancing Nations.