From Skills to Industry: Skills for Progress Africa Fellows tour TOR

Skills for Progress Africa, in partnership with ELAF Industrial Automation Limited, recently hosted a cohort of ten Technical Talent for Industry Fellowship Fellows for an educational and industry tour at the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR). The visit aimed to provide the Fellows with a firsthand experience of the refinery's operations, practical insights into refinery processes, and direct interaction with seasoned professionals.

The delegation was welcomed by Edmond Kombat Esq., the Managing Director of TOR; Nana Amoasi VII, the Technical Advisor to the TOR Managing Director; Ing Richard Lamptey, the General Manager responsible for Health, Safety, Environment, and Risk Insurance; and Matilda Frempah, the Public Relations Officer. Kombat Esq. emphasized the importance of leadership in problem-solving, challenging the Fellows to focus on their potential to contribute rather than merely possessing certificates.

He also highlighted Africa's future as being shaped by engineering, urging the Fellows to become engineers. Skills for Progress Africa Executive Director Kwame Nyatuame expressed gratitude for the opportunity, while ELAF Industrial Automation Limited Managing Director Solomon Bekoe commended the visit for its eye-opening experience, particularly for the Fellows.

The tour is part of Skills for Progress Africa's initiative to cultivate technically skilled African professionals ready for industry roles. Through the Technical Talent for Industry Fellowship, Fellows receive technical training, industry exposure, mentorship, and personal development to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical careers.

The organization is keen on offering Fellows internship opportunities at TOR, further solidifying the bridge between theoretical knowledge and real-world industrial practice. Skills for Progress Africa extends its thanks to TOR's leadership and team for their openness and investment in Ghana's technical talent pool. Together, they aim to foster development and make a meaningful impact.