The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) and KNUST Career Services Centre (KCSC) in partnership with Design Technology Institute (DTI) are set to provide work-readiness skills to 15,000 students.

The initiative also seeks to create 31,000 job opportunities for graduates and youth, to bridge the academia-industry gap.

The project will involve conducting a comprehensive baseline survey and developing a sustainable plan to ensure the project’s long-term impact. 9,500 artisans and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) will also benefit from the training.

Participants will engage in a six-month precision internship programmes designed to equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to operate and maintain various systems and processes.

The project aims to transform youth livelihoods by offering training in demand-driven skills, while fostering a business-oriented mindset.

Founder and President of Design & Technology Institute (DTI), Constance Elizabeth Swaniker, emphasized the importance of self-employment, noting agriculture as a major sector for job creation.

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