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Open-access research advancing entrepreneurship, skills development, and sustainable employment solutions for African youth.

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Maiden Edition
2021
ARUA-USD, CoE Official Journal
Journal of African Employment, Entrepreneurship & Skills Development
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Open Access · Peer Reviewed
Vol. 1 Issues 1&2
Dec 2022
Maiden Edition · Special Issue
JAEESD Special Issue — November 2021
Journal of African Employment, Entrepreneurship and Skills Development. Inaugural special issue featuring foundational research on youth unemployment interventions across Africa.
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Volume 1 · Issues 1 & 2 · December 2022
JAEESD Journal — Vol. 1 Issue 1 & 2
The first full volume of JAEESD, combining issues 1 and 2. Peer-reviewed research papers from ARUA network universities on entrepreneurship, skills development, and employment policy in Africa.
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Our Journal

Journal of African Employment, Entrepreneurship & Skills Development

JAEESD is the official peer-reviewed journal of the ARUA Centre of Excellence for Unemployment and Skills Development (ARUA-USD, CoE), published at the University of Lagos. It is the flagship publication channel for cutting-edge research on Africa's youth unemployment crisis and evidence-based entrepreneurship interventions.

The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, policy analyses, and case studies across the full spectrum of employment, entrepreneurship, skills development, and economic inclusion — with a specific focus on the African context and actionable policy implications.

Journal Scope & Topics
✓Youth unemployment in Africa
✓Entrepreneurship ecosystems
✓Skills development policy
✓Innovation & startup enablement
✓Labour market economics
✓Gender, inclusion & equity
✓Digital economy & future of work
✓SME development strategies
✓Pan-African economic research
✓Sustainable development goals
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Open AccessFree to read worldwide
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Peer ReviewedDouble-blind review
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Free to SubmitNo article processing fee
Policy Research

FUTUREWISE — Research Reports

FUTUREWISE is a research and policy initiative exploring how African youth can be best prepared for the world of work. These landmark reports synthesise stakeholder voices, expert analysis, and evidence-based recommendations.

November 2021
FUTUREWISE Youth Summit Report
Voices of the Youth
A comprehensive report documenting the outcomes and key insights from the FUTUREWISE Youth Summit. Captures the authentic voices, aspirations, concerns, and recommendations of African youth regarding employment, entrepreneurship, and skills development. Essential reading for policy-makers, educators, and development partners.
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December 2021
FUTUREWISE White Paper
5 Guiding Principles for Preparing African Youth for Work
A landmark policy white paper presenting five evidence-based guiding principles for equipping African youth with the skills, mindset, and opportunities they need to thrive in the evolving world of work. Draws on ARUA-USD research findings, international benchmarking, and consultation with governments, industry, and civil society.
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Archive

International Conference Proceedings

Full programme brochures and books of abstracts from all three ARUA-USD, CoE Annual International Conferences — freely available for download.

1st ARUA CoE-USD International Conference 2020
2020 · 1st Edition
1st Annual International Conference
"The Deepening Youth Unemployment Crisis in Africa Occasioned by COVID-19 Pandemic: What Options Available For The Rescue?"
📅 November 2020  ·  Blended (Virtual & Physical)
🇮🇳 University of Lagos, Nigeria (Hub) & Partner Universities
🏆 Best Papers Prize: £200 GBP awarded
↓ Programme & Book of Abstracts
2021
2021 · 2nd Edition
2nd Annual International Conference
"The Drive for Innovative Solutions to Youth Unemployment in Africa: Policy and Practice Imperatives"
📅 2021  ·  Blended International Conference
🇿🇦 University of KwaZulu-Natal & Univ. of Cape Town, South Africa
🇳🇬 Co-hosted with University of Lagos
↓ Full Programme & Abstracts
2022
2022 · 3rd Edition
3rd Annual International Conference
"Sustainable and Workable Solutions for Youth Unemployment in Africa"
📅 July 26–28, 2022  ·  Blended International Conference
🇰🇪 University of Nairobi, Kenya
Special Guest: Dr. Rose Ngugi, KIPPRA Executive Director
Sponsored by ARUA-UKRI Capacity Grant
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1st Conference 2020 — Gallery

The inaugural ARUA-USD International Conference brought together researchers, policy makers, and entrepreneurs from across Africa and beyond — entirely in blended format during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conference 2020 Opening Ceremony
Conference 2020 Parallel Sessions
Contribute to African Research

Submit a Paper to JAEESD

We invite original, unpublished research articles from academics across all ARUA member universities and beyond. Submissions are free, peer-reviewed, and published open-access.

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    Prepare your manuscriptOriginal research, review papers, policy analyses, or case studies. Must address unemployment, entrepreneurship, or skills development in Africa.
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    Format your submissionMicrosoft Word or PDF. Include title, abstract (250 words max), keywords, author bio, and full references in APA format.
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    Submit via the formFill in the submission form below, then email your manuscript file to us using the link provided — you'll receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours.
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    Peer review processAll submissions undergo double-blind peer review by our panel of international academic reviewers.
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    Publication & open accessAccepted papers are published in JAEESD and made freely available to readers worldwide at no cost.
Submission Guidelines
  • Original, unpublished research only
  • English language submissions preferred
  • Word limit: 5,000–8,000 words (excluding references)
  • Abstract: maximum 250 words with 5 keywords
  • References: APA 7th edition format
  • File format: .docx or .pdf
  • No submission or processing fees
Paper Submission Form
All fields are required. Submissions are acknowledged within 48 hours.
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