Accra: Deputy Education Minister Dr Clement Apaak has underscored the importance of leadership development in advancing Ghana's ongoing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) reforms. He emphasized the necessity of strong institutional leadership, effective management systems, and continuous capacity-building for administrators and principals to drive the government's efforts in transforming the TVET sector.
According to Ghana Web, Dr Apaak launched the TVET Leadership and Management Training Workshop under the Singapore-Africa Partnership Leading to Growth and Sustainability (SAPLINGS) Programme. He described the initiative as a significant step in Ghana's strategic efforts to establish a modern and responsive Technical and Vocational Education and Training system. The vision is to develop a skilled, innovative, and globally competitive workforce capable of driving industrial growth, creating jobs, and meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving economy.
Dr Apaak highlighted that leadership is central to achieving this vision, as institutional heads play a critical role in translating policies into meaningful outcomes. He pointed out that the success of TVET institutions depends on the quality of their leadership, not just on infrastructure and equipment.
The workshop, a collaboration between the Ghana TVET Service and the Government of Singapore, brought together TVET principals and leaders from Ghana and West Africa. Senior experts from Singapore's Institute of Technical Education are facilitating the 10-day intensive programme, focusing on institutional governance, quality assurance systems, curriculum delivery, policy implementation, staff development, and industry engagement.
Dr Apaak commended Singapore for its support in Ghana's TVET transformation agenda through knowledge-sharing and technical cooperation. He noted that Singapore's technical and vocational education system is a global success story, offering valuable lessons in skills development and industry alignment.
Additionally, Dr Apaak stressed the importance of regional collaboration in strengthening TVET systems across West Africa. He encouraged participants to engage actively in the training sessions, exchange ideas, and apply the lessons learned to improve institutional performance and graduate employability.
The Deputy Minister reiterated the government's commitment to investing in policies, partnerships, and leadership development to position TVET as a major driver of national growth.