2025 Organizational Learning and Development Report
The world of work is changing — fast. As organizations across Africa face technological disruption, shifting workforce dynamics, and evolving business needs, Learning and Development (L&D) has become a strategic imperative, not just a support function.
The 2025 Organizational Learning and Development Report brings together the voices of L&D professionals, employees, and managers to uncover the realities shaping the future of organizational learning. From challenges and expectations to ambitions and innovations, this report offers a comprehensive look at what lies ahead for the workforce of tomorrow.
Some Findings
L&D Teams' Challenges
The Report reveals that L&D and HR professionals are grappling with significant challenges. Chief among these are balancing workload with learning opportunities and measuring the return on investment (ROI) for learning programs. Many organizations also struggle with aligning learning initiatives to broader business goals while facing budget constraints.
Employees' Challenges
From the employees’ perspective, engaging meaningfully with learning programs is hampered by real-world barriers. Limited time and inadequate resources remain the foremost obstacles to participation. Employees also cite difficulties in adapting to new learning technologies and balancing work-life-learning demands.
Developmental Goal for L&D Teams
L&D teams are setting ambitious developmental goals for 2025. Needs assessment and fostering a continuous learning culture rank high on the list of priorities. There is also a strong emphasis on leadership development and ensuring that learning initiatives are closely aligned with business strategy.
General Aspiration
Looking forward, organizations are united in their aspiration to build future-ready workforces. Continuous learning cultures and accelerated reskilling/upskilling initiatives are central to these ambitions. Additionally, organizations are embracing AI-powered personalization, and data-driven learning insights.
This report captures a unique, Africa-centered perspective on workforce development. It’s a must-read for L&D professionals, HR leaders, business executives, and anyone passionate about shaping the future of work through learning.
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