The Future of Work in Africa - Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for All

Jul 19, 2026

Africa Development Forum 2020 examines how work is changing across the continent and how digital technologies can expand opportunities for inclusive growth. The edited volume connects research and policy discussions to the broader World Development Report 2019 on the changing nature of work, focusing on practical challenges and prospects for Sub-Saharan Africa. It outlines the purpose and scope of the Africa Development Forum series and provides institutional context, publication credits, licensing information, and advisory committee profiles.

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Africa Development Forum

The Future of Work in Africa

Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for All

Publication and Licensing Information

Africa Development Forum Series

Advisory Committee Members

AFRICA DEVELOPMENT FORUM The Future of Work in Africa Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for All Edited by Jieun Choi, Mark A. Dutz, and Zainab Usman A Companion to the World Development Report 2019 on the Changing Nature of Work ub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized The Future of Work in Africa The Future of Work in Africa Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for All Jieun Choi, Mark A. Dutz, and Zainab Usman, Editors A copublication of the Agence française de développement and the World Bank © 2020 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433 Telephone: 202-473-1000; [Internet: www.worldbank.org](Internet: www.worldbank.org) Some rights reserved 1 2 3 4 23 22 21 20 This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent, or the Agence française de développement. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this work. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and other information shown on any map in this work do not imply any judgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries. Nothing herein shall constitute or be considered to be a limitation upon or waiver of the privileges and immunities of The World Bank, all of which are specifically reserved. Rights and Permissions This work is available under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 IGO license (CC BY 3.0 IGO) [http://](http://)[ ](http://)[creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/igo. Under the Creative Commons Attribution license](creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/igo. Under the Creative Commons Attribution license), you are free to copy, distribute, transmit, and adapt this work, including for commercial purposes, under the following conditions: Attribution—Please cite the work as follows: Choi, Jieun, Mark A. Dutz, and Zainab Usman, eds. 2020. The Future of Work in Africa: Harnessing the Potential of Digital Technologies for All. Africa Development Forum. Washington, DC: World Bank. doi:10.1596/978-1-4648-1444-0 . License: Creative Commons Attribution CC BY 3.0 IGO Translations—If you create a translation of this work, please add the following disclaimer along with the attribution: This translation was not created by The World Bank and should not be considered an official World Bank translation. The World Bank shall not be liable for any content or error in this translation. Adaptations—If you create an adaptation of this work, please add the following disclaimer along with the attribution: This is an adaptation of an original work by The World Bank. Views and opinions expressed in the adaptation are the sole responsibility of the author or authors of the adaptation and are not endorsed by The World Bank. Third-party content—The World Bank does not necessarily own each component of the content contained within the work. The World Bank therefore does not warrant that the use of any third-party-owned individual component or part contained in the work will not infringe on the rights of those third parties. The risk of claims resulting from such infringement rests solely with you. If you wish to re-use a component of the work, it is your responsibility to determine whether permission is needed for that re-use and to obtain permission from the copyright owner. Examples of components can include, but are not limited to, tables, figures, or images. All queries on rights and licenses should be addressed to World Bank Publications, The World Bank Group, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433, USA; [e-mail: pubrights@worldbank.org](e-mail: pubrig

FAQs

What is the main focus of The Future of Work in Africa volume?

The volume focuses on the changing nature of work in Africa and how digital technologies can be harnessed to support opportunities for all.

Which prior report is referenced as a companion in this publication?

The publication is a companion to the World Development Report 2019 on the changing nature of work.

Who edits and sponsors the Africa Development Forum series and the book?

The volume is edited by Jieun Choi, Mark A. Dutz, and Zainab Usman. The series is sponsored by Agence française de développement and the World Bank.

Jul 19, 2026

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