CTVET ENGAGES SURINAMESE TECHNICAL DELEGATION TO ADVANCE STRATEGIC TVET COLLABORATION

A high-level technical delegation from the Republic of Suriname was hosted in Ghana as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaboration in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and workforce development.

Facilitated by the Design and Technology Institute (DTI), the engagement formed part of the delegation’s official study visit to examine Ghana’s TVET ecosystem, with a particular focus on industry-aligned skills development, regulatory governance, and quality assurance systems. The session provided a comprehensive platform to highlight CTVET’s institutional mandate, including its roles in accreditation, standards development, certification, and the promotion of excellence across the sector.

The delegation comprised senior government officials, policymakers, and institutional leaders, including the Minister for Education, Science and Culture, as well as directors of vocational and higher education, alongside representatives from technical institutions and industry. Their participation reflects a shared commitment to strengthening human capital and aligning skills development with evolving labour market demands.

Discussions centered on enhancing collaboration between public institutions and private sector actors to deliver demand driven, competency based training programs. The engagement also explored opportunities for knowledge exchange, institutional partnerships, and the contextual adaptation of Ghana’s TVET model to support ongoing reforms in Suriname.

Reaffirming its strategic vision, CTVET underscored its commitment to positioning Ghana as a hub for TVET excellence and a benchmark for skills development on the African continent. Emphasis was placed on the importance of strategic partnerships in driving innovation, enhancing workforce readiness, and supporting sustainable economic growth.

This engagement represents a key milestone in strengthening mutually beneficial partnerships and promoting international collaboration in technical and vocational education.