Algiers – A recent international research report has identified Algeria as a rising destination for skilled professionals in Africa, projecting a significant increase in its attractiveness to talent by 2025. The study, a collaborative effort between the European INSEAD institute and the American Portulans Institute, ranks Algeria ninth on the continent in its ability to attract and retain skilled workers.
Mauritius, Seychelles, and South Africa currently lead the rankings, followed by Cape Verde, Botswana, Tunisia, Namibia, and Egypt. Algeria’s ninth-place position places it ahead of Morocco, which secures the tenth spot.
The report highlights the intensifying global competition for talent, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. It underscores the ongoing challenges faced by many African nations, including obstacles related to weak innovation, slow regulatory modernization, and insufficient training in advanced skills relevant to the modern job market.
The talent competitiveness index evaluates 135 countries, representing a substantial portion of the world’s population and economic output. The assessment is based on 77 indicators covering various aspects of talent attraction, development, and retention. These criteria include government effectiveness, regulatory frameworks, digital infrastructure quality, research and development spending, the presence of international students, social policies, digital skills levels, and the adoption of artificial intelligence.
The index is structured around six core pillars, with four focusing on “input” factors such as facilitation, attraction, development, and retention. The remaining two pillars measure the level of professional, technical, and general skills resulting from these efforts.
Despite progress in some African nations, the continent as a whole lags behind other regions in its ability to attract talent, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, where average scores remain low. The study suggests that current efforts to improve education and enhance employment opportunities are insufficient to close the gap with other parts of the world.
Globally, Singapore leads the talent competitiveness rankings, followed by several European countries renowned for their robust education systems and economies. DZWatch will continue to monitor Algeria’s progress in this crucial area.
