DTI students showcase innovative solutions at 2026 Capstone Projects Exhibition
Students also presented models of future cities and affordable housing, addressing issues around urbanisation, sustainability and human-centred design. Other projects explored the use of recycled materials to create fashion and functional household objects.
The Design and Technology Institute (DTI) hosted its 2026 Student Capstone Projects Exhibition on August 14 in Accra, displaying an array of projects that tackle real-world challenges. The event, under the theme "Creative Minds, Sustainable Solutions," showcased student work in robotics, smart assistive technology, digital art, sculpted metal art, futuristic city models, affordable housing, and upcycled fashion.
The DTI emphasized a technical education approach that combines practical skills, design, technology, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. Among the exhibits was a robot delivery device illustrating automation, and a smart assistive cane designed for the needs of visually impaired individuals.
Other projects focused on sustainable urban living solutions and the use of recycled materials for fashion and household items. DTI Founder and President, Ms. Constance Swaniker, highlighted that the projects exemplified young people's ability to develop practical solutions to problems, which is crucial for Ghana and Africa's development.
The exhibition aimed not only to test students' knowledge but also to build their confidence in thinking, creating, communicating, and solving problems. DTI, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, plans to support successful learners by providing seed capital and starter kits to help them transform their skills and ideas into early-stage enterprises.
The event gathered stakeholders, including students, parents, educators, and industry representatives, to witness the practical application of DTI's technical education model, which prioritizes what students can do with their knowledge. Such an education system is deemed essential for producing innovative individuals who can address future challenges, create meaningful work, and contribute to Ghana and Africa's development.
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