DEGLORY GH MEDIA

Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch) and the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) are calling for immediate and comprehensive reforms to enhance Ghana's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system. Their joint study highlights pressing challenges such as inadequate funding, limited hands-on training, and the sector’s weak alignment with modern technological trends, particularly those of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).

The report recommends allocating at least 5% of the national education budget to TVET and fast-tracking the implementation of relevant policies that prioritize 4IR and green skills development. It also emphasizes the need to improve digital infrastructure, promote gender inclusion through targeted support, and harmonize formal and informal TVET systems to ensure quality and consistency in training and certification.

Additionally, the study underscores the importance of effective governance, institutional autonomy, strong accreditation frameworks, and partnerships with industry players to build a robust and future-ready TVET ecosystem.

With nearly 70% of Ghana’s population under the age of 35, the proposed reforms are considered crucial for equipping the youth with employable skills and supporting the nation’s broader industrialization goals. The findings are expected to shape future education policies and inform the upcoming National Education Forum and Medium-Term Development Plan.