A major investment in technical and vocational education is set to reshape opportunities for young people in Ghana, as the Design and Technology Institute (DTI) begins construction of its Berekuso Multi-Skills Campus in the Eastern Region.
The $28 million facility is designed to equip youth with practical, industry-ready skills, addressing long-standing concerns about unemployment and the mismatch between education and job market demands.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Julian Opuni, Managing Director of Fidelity Bank Ghana, emphasised that many young graduates struggle not because they lack intelligence, but because they are not adequately prepared for the realities of the workplace.
He noted that this gap leaves businesses unable to find skilled talent while young people face difficulty securing meaningful employment. According to him, DTI’s approach—focused on hands-on training and real-world application—offers a practical solution by preparing students not only for jobs but also for entrepreneurship.
Fidelity Bank is supporting the project with a $100,000 contribution towards a Student Centre, which will serve as a hub for skills development, industry interaction, and career preparation. The bank also plans to extend support through financial literacy programmes and access to financial services for graduates.
Founder and CEO of DTI, Constance Swaniker, described the campus as a critical step in harnessing Africa’s youthful population. She stressed that with over 60 percent of the continent’s population under 25, the key to unlocking economic potential lies in equipping young people with relevant, job-ready skills.
The new campus represents a broader push to align education with industry needs, offering a pathway for young people to transition more smoothly from the classroom into sustainable careers.
