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DTI breaks ground on $28m Berekuso Campus to transform skills training in Ghana
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Key Points
- The Design and Technology Institute (DTI) has broken ground on a $28 million Multi-Skills Campus at Berekuso in the Eastern Region, aimed at transforming technical and vocational education.
- The campus, designed to be a future Centre of Excellence, will train up to 3,500 learners annually and accommodate 1,500 residential students, addressing Ghana's skills gap and serving as a Pan-African workforce development hub.
- The project highlights a persistent disconnect between education and industry in Ghana, with the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment stressing the need for practical, industry-relevant training.
- It is supported by a €3 million grant from the African Union’s Skills Initiative (KfW), significant backing from corporate Ghana including Fidelity Bank, and traditional authorities.
- The new campus will introduce advanced facilities and programmes, including the largest welding and fabrication workshop in Ghana, to equip young people with tools for meaningful employment.
Why This Matters
This initiative is crucial for Ghana as it directly addresses the critical issues of youth unemployment and the widening skills gap across key economic sectors. By establishing a Pan-African Centre of Excellence for technical and vocational training, Ghana is positioned to significantly enhance its human capital, attract investment, and foster sustainable economic growth and improved livelihoods for its youth.
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