‎Ghana Launches 3rd Edition of TVET Report to Drive Evidence-Based Skills Development ‎


Story by Azaglo Michael 

The landscape of technical education in Ghana reached a significant milestone today with the convening of the TVET Symposium 2026 and the official launch of the 3rd Edition of the Ghana TVET Report.

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‎​The high-level event brought together a strategic coalition of policymakers, industry titans, development partners, and heads of training institutions.


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Held under the theme “Evidence-Based Policy Making in TVET,” the symposium served as a critical platform to discuss how data-driven research and innovation can fortify the nation’s TVET ecosystem, ultimately boosting employability and national productivity.


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Prioritizing Data for Quality Training
‎​Speaking to the press, Mr. Zakaria Sulemana, the Director-General of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET), emphasized that the 3rd edition is more than just a document,it is a roadmap for the future.
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 Mr. Zakaria Sulemana, the Director-General of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET), 


‎​"We are building on our previous successes with the specific aim of supporting policy-making and planning for relevant, high-quality skills training," Mr. Sulemana stated.
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‎​He further noted that a major focus of this year’s report is the National Qualifications Framework, particularly at the Higher National Diploma (HND) level.
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By providing clarity on these qualifications, the commission aims to better support learners and track institutional progress to ensure Ghana remains competitive on a global scale.
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‎​Government Pledges Continued Support
‎​The Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, delivered the keynote address, reiterating that technical education is the backbone of Ghana’s economic transformation.


Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu


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Highlighting the need to prioritize technical vocational skills to see tangible national progress, the Minister pledged the government’s unwavering commitment to CTVET’s mission.
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‎​While officially launching the report, Hon. Iddrisu commended the Commission for its consistency.
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"The annual publication of this report is a testament to CTVET’s dedication to transparency and excellence," he remarked, praising the team for providing the necessary data to guide the nation's educational investments.
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‎​Key Highlights of the 3rd Edition Report:
‎​Progress Tracking: Comprehensive metrics to evaluate the impact of TVET interventions over the past year.
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‎​National Qualifications Framework: Detailed insights into streamlining HND and technical certifications.
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‎​Industry Alignment: Strategies to bridge the gap between classroom training and the evolving needs of the Ghanaian job market.
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‎​As Ghana continues to position itself as a hub for industrialization, the insights from the 2026 TVET Symposium and Report are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping a workforce that is both skilled and future-ready.
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