GYAN and Partners Empower Sabon Zongo Youth with Free Vocational Skills Training in Accra


ACCRA, Ghana — In a direct effort to curb youth unemployment and social vices, the Groom Young Africa Network (GYAN), in collaboration with Peach Skills Hub Africa and the WHY Foundation, has hosted a free vocational skills training program for young people in the Sabon Zongo community.


Operating under the theme "Powered to Build, Skilled to Shine: Transforming Zongo Youth into Independent Entrepreneurs," the initiative aimed to equip local youth with practical skills to foster financial independence and promote self-reliance.



Speaking to the press during the event, the President of GYAN, Rev. Michael Fiakofi Azaglo, emphasized that shifting the mindset of African youth from job seekers to job creators remains the core mandate of the organization. 


The President of GYAN, Rev. Michael Fiakofi Azaglo


He noted that providing sustainable opportunities in areas of personal interest is essential to tackling poverty and reducing crime across the continent.


"When young people are actively engaged with hands-on skills that generate steady income for their families, social vices drop significantly," Rev. Azaglo stated. 


"We move from schools to schools and community to community offering free practical training in electrical work, fashion, music, and other trades

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We charge nothing because financial barriers shouldn't prevent anyone from acquiring a valuable skill."


Rev. Azaglo called on the government, corporate bodies, and private donors to support the initiative, enabling GYAN to expand its reach across Ghana and other African nations. 




He stressed that equipping youth with market-relevant skills helps prevent irregular migration and reduces reliance on state employment.


Vocational Skills Coach Madam Ednora Abena Yobouet 


Adding her voice to the cause, Vocational Skills Coach Madam Ednora Abena Yobouet expressed her satisfaction in giving back to underserved communities. 




She facilitated practical sessions on manufacturing hair cream and antiseptic soaps, while also educating participants on navigating the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) registration process and accessing commercial markets.


Similarly, Amish Evans, President of the WHY Foundation, urged the youth to prioritize vocational craftsmanship over the exclusive pursuit of white-collar employment.


Amish Evans, President of the WHY Foundation,


Beneficiaries expressed gratitude to GYAN and its partners, pledging to leverage their new competencies to build businesses, support their households, and train others in the community.

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