The future of work is unfolding across Africa, shaped by rapid advances in AI, evolving workforce expectations and changing business priorities. PwC's Africa Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2026 draws on insights from 1,733 workers across Algeria, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria and South Africa to explore how employees are navigating change and what organisations need to do to keep pace.
Findings from the report
- Workforce readiness: More than 8 in 10 workers are proud of their work and willing to go above and beyond.
- AI adoption: 71% of workers have used AI at work, while 37% say it helps them perform complex tasks better.
- Trust in leadership: 66% trust their direct manager and 55% trust senior leadership.
- Workforce transformation: More than half of workers are in roles well positioned to benefit from AI.
- Future of work: The findings highlight a workforce that is embracing AI, developing new skills and adapting to change.
To explore what these findings mean for your organisation and the actions that can help build a future-ready workforce, please get in touch with our team.
Contact us
Dr Dayalan Govender (PhD)
(Associate Professor) Africa Workforce Leader, PwC South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 11 797 4846
Marthle du Plessis
Partner | Workforce Lead, South Market Area, PwC South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 11 797 4075
Uzoaku Nwobi
Associate Director | Workforce Transformation Lead, PwC Nigeria
Tel: +234 802 230 5605
Karen Greyvenstein
Partner | Workforce Lead, East Market Area, PwC Mauritius
Tel: +230 404 5069