Skills shortage drives import bill, worsens current account

A recent analysis of the latest National Skills Audit report has revealed a direct correlation between the country’s critical skills shortages and the escalating import bill, leading to a worsening current account balance.

According to the report, Zimbabwe faces a significant skills deficit in various sectors, including engineering and technology (93.6%), natural and applied sciences (97%), agriculture (88%), medical and health sciences (95%), and applied arts and humanities (18%).

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