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John Wills Njoroge is a psychotherapist and social diagnostician who
assists individuals and teams clarify their purpose in life and create a
philosophy of their existence and work. He is co-founder of Lead Global
Impact, Kenya.
flourish in an ever-changing world.
What is considered marketable today
will inevitably shift in the coming
years, but humanity’s fundamental
needs will endure.
This narrow view of marketable
courses is myopic and promotes a
fragmented approach to learning,
than solely the job market. leading students to compartmentalize
their knowledge rather than integrate it
Basing education on market trends not only into a comprehensive worldview.
fosters confusion within our society, as seen in
many African nations, but it also significantly Those advocating for this “skill set,
hinders the development of vital social skills. marketability, employ yourself”
Our greatest challenge as a nation is the narrative are often individuals who,
obsession with “marketable” options, rather despite their employment, are not
than prioritizing human dignity and holistic encouraging young people to study
development. In our agricultural sector, we and do not lead by example (Resign
often cultivate what is deemed marketable— and start a successful business as a
farm products we cannot consume but are model for the young ones to learn
meant for export. When droughts occur, we from).
lament the consequences.
As your child selects their field of
An education system that values dignity study, encourage them to share their
fosters a richer appreciation of diverse cultures true passions with you. Guard your
and prepares individuals for active civic and child’s time against the “marketable”
thinking engagement. It empowers society narratives and support them for eternal
to think critically, innovate creatively, and functions driven by purpose.
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