WorldSkills International, through initiatives such as WorldSkills Africa, has been actively working to engage and support African nations in the global skills movement.

Chris Humphries, president of WorldSkills International, says the body aims to help countries understand what's involved in participating in the WorldSkills movement.

European and Asia-Pacific countries have already invested substantial resources in building systems and incentives in Africa. 

These investments aim to assist African countries in enhancing their vocational training systems, preparing their educators and students, and ultimately participating in international skills competitions.

Humphries says some countries on the continents of Europe and Africa have recognised the importance of vocational and technical education, while others are finding it challenging to implement TVET in their economies and educational processes.

The competition started on Wednesday, and Namibia has fielded 13 competitors in 14 skills.

Neville Uandara, a Wall and Floor Tiling expert at the ongoing WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France, shared insights into what is expected of competitors in this demanding skill set.

He highlighted the precision and expertise required in tasks like tile alignment, pattern creation, and grout finishing.

Namibia is represented in the Wall and Floor Tiling category by Undjivanga Murangi from the Windhoek Vocational Training Centre, showcasing the country's talent on the international stage.

Fashion technology, bricklaying, and cooking competitors were in their element when the nbc News team visited their booths.