[New] IMF projects Africa's growth could surpass Asia in 2026 at 4.4% despite conflict and debt, driven by commodity prices and a weak dollar, though per capita gains remain modest; Rail investment surges as countries expand networks to cut logistics costs, boost trade and create jobs (Bloomberg).
The Africa Brief
Repetitive manual jobs could shrink by 10% to 15% globally within a decade, with low-skill workers in manufacturing, retail, and logistics facing the most exposure.
Richard van Hooijdonk Blog
In a bid to cut costs, Nestle will slash 12,000 white-collar jobs along with an additional 4,000 manufacturing and supply-chain positions, reducing 6% of its global workforce over the next two years.
Fortune
The block on nuclear meant Scotland is missing out on a massive jobs boost and supply chain opportunities.
Daily Record
Amazon announced plans to invest $35 billion in India by 2030, with stated goals including expansion of AI capabilities, boosting exports, expanding logistics infrastructure, and creating jobs.
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The development of modern trade corridors will require a skilled workforce, leading to the creation of thousands of new jobs across Canada's construction, transportation, and logistics sectors.
Travel And Tour World
Ego Shuttles will establish a local logistics and service hub, training Maldivian talent and creating new green jobs.
Electric Cars Report
Measures to increase storage and consumer led flexibility could support up to 55,000 jobs directly and across the supply chain by 2030.
GOV.UK
Chinese investment could accelerate the growth of the American domestic solar manufacturing sector and generate jobs, benefiting from the extensive experience Chinese companies have in factory construction and supply chain management.
illuminem
Amazon's commitment will create hundreds of direct jobs and supply chain positions and further cement Mississippi as a leader in American innovation.
Verdict
Tariffs could eliminate the cost advantages of foreign production and bring some manufacturing back to the U.S., potentially adding jobs and reducing global supply chain risks.
Forbes
The APEC region faces an array of issues, including strategic competition between the US and China, supply chain vulnerabilities, ageing populations and the effect of AI on jobs.
Al Jazeera
Last updated: 18 January 2026
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