Limited Access to Formal Skill Education: Some common issues that contribute to the technical skill gap in Cameroon and Africa include:

1. Limited access to quality skill education: Many parts of Africa, including Cameroon, struggle with providing quality education that is aligned with the needs of industries, which leads to a mismatch between the skills graduates have and the skills required by employers.
2. Lack of investment in technical and vocational training: There is a shortage of technical and vocational training institutions in many African countries, which limits the opportunities for individuals to acquire specialized technical skills.
3. Rapid technological advancements: The rapid pace of technological change means that many workers in Africa lack the up-to-date technical skills needed to compete in the global economy.
4. Brain drain: Many skilled individuals in Africa emigrate to other countries in search of better opportunities, leading to a drain of technical talent from the continent.
5. Limited infrastructure: Inadequate infrastructure, such as access to reliable electricity and internet connectivity, hinder the development of technical skills in many African countries.
6. Poverty and limited entry qualifications: Many lacked the financial resources or perceived academic qualifications to pursue mainstream education.                                                                    7. Stagnant Skill Development: Traditional apprenticeships programs offer limited opportunities for skill upgrades or formal global recognition.                                                                                     

Solution: PAIDMA offers a pathway for these individuals, providing them with the academic foundation, practical expertise, and industry-recognized accreditations and certifications needed to excel. Bridging this gap empowers the continent’s vast pool of talented, yet under-recognized, informal technical workforce – the street workforce honed through traditional apprenticeship programs.