re you passionate about HR? Curious about the latest trends and best practices? Look no further! The GCHRA24 team is excited to be part of SHRM24, where we learned a great deal and dived deep into all things HR.
What to Expect At GCHRA24:
Our team had an amazing experience and brought back a wealth of ideas to enhance #GCHRA24.
An Enriching Experience
The SHRM24 conference was a melting pot of knowledge, innovation, and networking opportunities.
As representatives of the Global Conference on Human Resources in Africa 2024 Planning Committee, we immersed ourselves in a myriad of sessions, workshops, and keynote speeches. The event not only broadened our horizons but also provided us with actionable strategies and fresh perspectives that we are excited to integrate into GCHRA24.
What We Learned at SHRM24 and How GCHRA24 Will Change the Game
As Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP (keynote speaker for the upcoming GCHRA24) emphasized in his Main Stage address at the just ended SHRM24, that, the HR field is on the cusp of facing unprecedented challenges. We are grappling with a ‘polycrisis’—a convergence of critical issues such as declining employee engagement, fears of generative AI taking over jobs, rising incivility, an aging workforce, and growing mental health concerns. These challenges are directly aligned with the theme of GCHRA24, underscoring the urgent need for innovative solutions and discussions in the realm of AI and HR technologies in Africa.
Looking Forward to GCHRA24
The insights and experiences we gained at SHRM24 have ignited our enthusiasm for the Global Conference on Human Resources 2024 (GCHRA24). We are committed to hold a discussion that not only reflects the latest in HR innovation but also provides practical solutions and strategies for our attendees.
We invite you to join us at the Global Conference on Human Resources 2024 (GCHRA24), where we will delve deeper into these topics, share the insights we gathered from SHRM24, and explore how they can be applied to our local context.
Whether you are looking to enhance your HR practices, network with industry leaders, or simply gain new knowledge, GCHRA24 promises to be an event you won’t want to miss.
The GCHRA24 planning committee is thrilled to be attending SHRM24.
In the context of AI adoption and development, Africa is currently positioned as a region with immense potential but varying levels of advancement. While significant strides have been made in certain countries and sectors, Africa as a whole still lags behind other regions in terms of AI infrastructure, investment, and implementation.
Several factors contribute to Africa’s current standing in the AI landscape:
Overall, while Africa is still in the early stages of its AI journey, there is a growing momentum and commitment towards harnessing AI for sustainable development and economic growth across the continent.
According to a report by the McKinsey Global Institute, AI has the potential to create an additional $13 trillion in global economic output by 2030, with significant implications for the future of work and HR practices. AI technology has the potential to alter business operations and performance, enhance productivity across all sectors in Africa.
With Africa’s growing population of 1.4 billion people, 70% of whom are under the age of 30, strategic investment in AI, especially in building the capacity to harness its benefits, is crucial for sustainable growth and competitiveness across the African continent.
The GCHRA provides a platform for cross-sector collaboration for Africa to harness this resource for increased development. It is an avenue for organizations to showcase their products and services while promoting AI adoption in Africa.
Click to read the full report on “The State of AI in Africa” and be sure to join GCHRA in October 2024 as we position AI as a key driver of productivity through human resources and AI collaboration.
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