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ARCH combines practical experience with strategic insight — translating data, delivery, and design into meaningful lessons for Africa’s development economy. Explore our latest thought pieces and project case studies shaping the future of inclusive growth.

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Perspectives shaping the future of work and impact.

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Real impact. Real outcomes.

For more than two decades, ARCH has partnered with corporates, funders, and government to deliver large-scale skills and workforce programmes. Each case study shows how we convert compliance and intent into measurable, sustainable results.

SANAC & Dept. of Social Development
SANAC & Dept. of Social Development

OVCY II Soft Skills & Work Readiness

Challenge

Youth unemployment and social reintegration across 17 community centres.

Solution

A national soft-skills and technical training programme linking young people to employability pathways.

R100mProject value
34,000Youth trained
17Centres strengthened
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Gibela
Gibela

Artisan, Technical & Soft Skills Training

Challenge

Creating a pipeline of skilled artisans for South Africa’s transport manufacturing sector.

Solution

A 10-year training and development programme delivering accredited qualifications and employability interventions.

19,500Learners trained
10 yrsMulti-sector partnership
AdoptedBy other projects
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Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency
Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency

Vocational Skills for Agriculture & Hospitality

Challenge

Youth unemployment and limited local enterprise development in Mpumalanga.

Solution

Accredited training in agriculture, food, and beverage management linked to new local economic initiatives.

200+Learners
4District partnerships
LocalEmployment created
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SASDC
SASDC

Business Development & Supplier Capacity

Challenge

Enhancing supplier competitiveness and transformation within corporate value chains.

Solution

Tailored capacity-building interventions and technical upskilling for small suppliers.

750+Suppliers supported
UpBlack-owned participation
MeasurableBusiness sustainability
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