Ghana TVET Service engages BoG Governor on skills development and economic transformation

On a recent visit to the Bank of Ghana's headquarters in Accra, the Director-General of the Ghana TVET Service, Engr. Dr Eric Kofi Adzroe, engaged with the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama. This meeting aimed to strengthen discussions on the country's skills development agenda and explore a strategic partnership that places technical and vocational education at the forefront of Ghana's economic transformation.

Both parties acknowledged the pivotal role of high-quality, relevant, and accessible TVET in shaping national productivity, enterprise development, and employment outcomes, especially amidst the rapid transformation of the global labor market. Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama highlighted the economic value of skills development as an investment yielding far-reaching returns.

He explained that every skilled Ghanaian represents a potential business, and investing in TVET equips job creators, thereby strengthening the economic fabric of the nation. Additionally, Dr Asiama emphasized the necessity of extending access to certification to unlock the potential of the workforce, as many Ghanaians acquire skills through informal channels but remain unrecognised.

The Ghana TVET Service's Director-General, Dr Adzroe, echoed the importance of aligning training with industry demands to foster inclusive growth and economic resilience. The visit also invited Dr Asiama to participate in the National TVET Week 2026, a week-long gathering of stakeholders to address the evolving skills landscape and outline strategies for a workforce responsive to emerging economic demands.

The engagement signals a concerted effort to integrate skills development into the core of Ghana's economic policy, reinforcing TVET's role as a catalyst for productivity, enterprise growth, and long-term economic transformation.