The huge gaps in economic opportunities that we witness on the continent, is mainly as a result of lack of skills and knowledge. What we must, however, remember is that it is no longer enough to provide education as a social service. In today’s world where international boarders are fast crumbling, it is education that will distinguish winners from losers.
As African countries, we have now to compete in the world market where competition is so fierce and only the fittest will survive. It is therefore critical that the education must be relevant and of high quality. 2  BIS Review 56/2007  Not only should the education be of high quality, but it must also be practical.