An initiative aimed at improving the employability of young people in Tabou, Côte d'Ivoire, has been launched by the Agence nationale de la formation professionnelle (AGEFOP). On September 30, 2026, an AGEFOP team led by Dr. Claude Koutou, technical advisor to the Director-General, conducted a sensitization session on the Passeport-Compétences program. The event was attended by local authorities, directors and heads of service, business leaders, traditional authorities, and representatives of youth and women's associations.
The Passeport-Compétences program seeks to establish a comprehensive mapping of local businesses, their competency needs, and existing training infrastructure. It also aims to identify the training needs of the local population and catalog planned projects in the area. This data will inform the design of training programs and certification frameworks, ultimately facilitating professional integration through targeted support.
According to Dr. Koutou, the primary objective of Passeport-Compétences is to equip the population, particularly young people, with the necessary skills for better professional integration through training and certification. He likened the program's goals to those of a passport, which enables travel, stating that AGEFOP aims to enable young people to easily integrate into the professional environment.
The Passeport-Compétences program was developed by AGEFOP in collaboration with the Ministry of Technical Education, Vocational Training, and Apprenticeship. By aligning training programs with the needs of local businesses and the population, the initiative hopes to address the challenges of youth unemployment and underemployment in the region.
The launch of Passeport-Compétences in Tabou reflects a strategic effort to promote youth employability and economic development in Côte d'Ivoire. By focusing on skills development and certification, the program aims to bridge the gap between the skills acquired through training and those required by the labor market.
AGEFOP's initiative has garnered support from various stakeholders, including local authorities, business leaders, and community representatives. Their involvement is seen as crucial to the program's success, as it ensures that the needs and concerns of all parties are taken into account.
The implementation of Passeport-Compétences is expected to have a positive impact on the socio-economic development of Tabou and its surrounding areas. By empowering young people with relevant skills and facilitating their integration into the workforce, the program contributes to the country's broader efforts to promote sustainable development and reduce poverty.
Key points
- AGEFOP launches Passeport-Compétences to enhance youth employability in Tabou through skills mapping and certification.
- The program aims to establish a comprehensive mapping of local businesses, their competency needs, and existing training infrastructure.
- Passeport-Compétences was developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Technical Education, Vocational Training, and Apprenticeship.
