Education systems need to start taking a 'skills-first' approach

Sarah Mwenje takes Maturu Primary School pupils through a mathematics lesson in Lugari, Kakamega County. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]

The world of business and society are changing. Rising inequality, disinformation, the effects of climate change and rapid advancements of technology are just a few of the trends we're seeing.

And with this the skills children need to navigate life and work, are changing too. Yet, less than half of the world's children are on track to develop the skills they need to thrive, according to UNESCO.