The Commission for Technical and Vocational Education (TVET) has reported a significant increase in student interest in vocational and technical education.

Deputy Minister for Education, Gifty Ampofo Twum, revealed a notable rise in TVET enrollment from 17,000 to 50,000 during a media forum.

As Africa, and specifically Ghana, faces a crucial need for a proficient workforce in various economic sectors, the surge in TVET enrollment is seen as a positive development. Deputy Minister Gifty Ampofo Twum emphasized the growing interest exhibited by students in the TVET industry.

Director-General of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET), Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah, stressed the importance of fostering collaboration between skilled sectors to meet the dynamic demands of the economy.

Sebastian Wenz, Senior Project Manager at GIZ, urged the active participation of the private sector in shaping the curriculum, emphasizing the alignment of educational outcomes with industry requirements to prepare graduates for the field.

The increased interest in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana signifies a positive shift in addressing skills gaps and building a skilled workforce that will contribute to the country's economic growth.