Accra: Some artisans and students have called on the Government to strengthen Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) by investing in modern equipment, practical skills training, and entrepreneurship support to better prepare young people for employment and self-reliance. They emphasized that improving TVET would significantly contribute to industrialization, boost local manufacturing, and help address youth unemployment.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Kojo Boafo, a computer repair technician in Tema, highlighted the need for technical institutions to be equipped with modern, industry-standard tools and equipment. This would enable students to acquire relevant practical skills. He stressed the importance of focusing on hands-on learning and competency-based education to meet the industry's evolving needs.
Mr. Enoch Aheavor, a mobile phone repair technician, urged the Government to increase investment in TVET by providing graduates with start-up kits, financial support, and workplace attachment opportunities. He suggested integrating entrepreneurship, business management, and digital skills into technical education to better prepare graduates for establishing their own businesses and creating employment.
Madam Akpene Mawutor, a fashion designer, mentioned that strengthening technical education would help develop a skilled workforce capable of supporting Ghana's industrialization agenda. She encouraged young people to embrace technical and vocational education, noting that practical skills offer sustainable employment opportunities while reducing dependence on imported goods and services.
Master Evans Opoku Menu, a student of Kaneshie Technical Senior High School, appealed to educational authorities to improve workshop facilities and provide modern equipment to enhance practical training. 'We want a shift from lecture-based teaching to more workshop practice and field experience to prepare us for the world of work,' he said.
The stakeholders expressed hope that sustained investment in TVET would equip more young people with employable skills, stimulate entrepreneurship, and contribute meaningfully to Ghana's economic development.