Multiple choice
What is the main focus of the article?
A. Marketing strategies in Africa
B. Managing people and HR practices across Africa’s diverse contexts
C. The history of African politics
D. Technology development in Africa
B. Managing people and HR practices across Africa’s diverse contexts
The study was published in Canada
False
What institution or group are all the authors affiliated with?
The Africa Research Group
Why do the authors argue that traditional schooling alone cannot develop sufficient human capital in Africa?
A. Schools are too expensive for most families
B. School systems focus too heavily on science subjects
C. Education does not always translate into workplace skills or productivity
D. Students prefer to work instead of studying
C. Education does not always translate into workplace skills or productivity
The article states that Africa’s governments focus equally on education, health, and practical skill development
False
What percentage of Africa’s workforce is under the age of 25?
60%
Which key theme underlies the link between HR-led development and long-term economic success in Africa?
A. Higher education enrollment is the sole driver of productivity
B. Human capital grows only through government intervention
C. Enterprise-based learning and leadership development directly strengthen national competitiveness
D. Global organizations dictate all local HR strategies
C. Enterprise-based learning and leadership development directly strengthen national competitiveness
The concept Ubuntu was used to highlight how the HR can align with African cultural values
True
What are the four organizational competencies that the article identified?
Managerial, input-based, output-based, and transformational