DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 9 -- WE must painfully admit a hard truth that some of our institutions are often preparing students for a world that no longer exists.

Todays employers- that is to say both local and international are hunting for skills, not just certificates. They want digital fluency, problem-solving minds, adaptability and technical competence. Yet, too many of our classrooms are still echoing with lectures on 1970s development theories, discussed with all the urgency of breaking news.

Universities and colleges must pivot. Instead of being wordy fortresses of outdated knowledge, they need to become nimble hubs of real-world training. We dont need more papers on “The Philosophy of Work.” We need young people who can wr...