Most Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, has underscored the urgent need for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools in every region of Ghana.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 2nd National Catholic Education Forum in Koforidua, the Bishop of Sunyani highlighted the importance of TVET in equipping young Ghanaians with practical skills to combat unemployment and poverty.
The week-long forum, hosted by the National Catholic Secretariat, brought together policymakers, educators, and other stakeholders to address key issues in Ghana’s education sector.
In his remarks, Most Rev. Gyamfi presented a summary of key recommendations, which will be submitted to the Ministry of Education. He emphasized that nationwide access to TVET schools would create equal opportunities for youth, develop a skilled workforce, drive innovation, and foster sustainable economic growth.
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference reiterated its commitment to advocating for quality education and youth empowerment.
In addition, Most Rev. Gyamfi called for a review of the Free Senior High School policy to enhance academic excellence. He proposed introducing a cut-off point to ensure only qualified students are admitted to second-cycle institutions, thereby improving the quality of education.
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