This initiative aims to strengthen Industry-Academia collaboration in implementing Precision Quality (PQ) to enhance the delivery of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana.

Precision Quality is about mindset change to embrace the value of precision industries and quality products and services in job creation.

It focuses on precision in industry, services, and processes to ensure that goods and services meet world-class quality standards.

DTI, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation under the ‘Transforming Youth TVET Livelihoods’ project, is unveiling Accra Technical University as one of eight TVET institutions to be adopted to implement the Precision Quality (PQ) training programme.

DTI is committed to gender equality and disability inclusion. We will collaborate with four Technical Universities and four pre-tertiary technical institutes to attract more young women and individuals with disabilities into the project.

On 4th March 2025, DTI signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Accra Technical University to initiate the partnership between the two institutions.

The partnership focuses on the following key areas:
• Integrate the Precision Quality curriculum into relevant courses to support the transition of graduates into the workforce.
• Support unemployed alumni and young individuals aged 16-35 by providing a six-month upskilling programme to assist them transition into industry.
• Enhance the university’s Career Centre and offer resources and support to selected learners to establish small businesses.

Since then, fifteen Academic Scale Advisors (ASAs) and instructors have received specialised training to assist in the education of students following the PQ curriculum at the university.

About 766 students from various departments have enrolled into the precision quality programme for year one at ATU.

Upon graduation, these students will be prepared to meet global industry standards and transition smoothly into the workforce.

A total of 100 ASAs across four technical universities will be trained over the next three years as part of the project.

The ATU Precision Welding Demonstration Centre and Innovation Hub has undergone changes and now features state-of-the-art precision hand tools and facilitation rooms that will be utilised to teach Precision Welding and Fabrication over the next three years.

The project included the retooling of the Electrical and Electronics, Hotel and Hospitality Management, Welding and fabrication, Business Skills and professional Development, Fashion Design and Apparel, Kitting out and installations at an estimated cost of 2.1 million Ghana Cedis.

The Founder and President of DTI, Ms. Constance Elizabeth Swaniker, stated that the PQ curriculum is a product of the important collaboration between academia and industry professionals, carefully designed to equip young individuals with the essential skills needed for securing better job opportunities in the workplace.

The roll out of the curriculum and the handing over of a state-of-the-art welding demonstration and Innovation Hub to Accra Technical University marks a significant milestone in maintaining consistent standards in Technical and Vocational Education (TVET) delivery at our technical universities.

Ms. Swaniker further emphasised DTI’s commitment to continuing its work with stakeholders to develop programmes that address the evolving needs of academia and industry, thereby contributing to sustainable socio-economic growth and development.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University, Eng. Prof. Amevi Acakpovi, emphasised: “The commissioning of the Demonstration Centre and Innovation & Incubation Hub marks a pivotal moment in our journey to redefine technical education at Accra Technical University.

This collaboration with DTI, under the support of the Mastercard Foundation, is a direct response to our mandate under the Technical Universities Act (Act 922) – to deliver industry-relevant, competency-based training that meets the demands of Ghana’s labour market.

Through the Precision Quality curriculum, we are not only equipping our students with globally competitive skills but also creating a practical bridge between the classroom and the world of work.

We are grateful to DTI and the Mastercard Foundation for their visionary partnership, and we remain committed to ensuring that this facility becomes a centre of excellence for training, youth employment, and innovation.”

The ‘Transforming Youth TVET Livelihoods’ project aims to train 31,540 young people in inclusive dual TVET and quality training, with a focus on women and persons with disabilities.

Additionally, 50,467 youth will be supported in their transition to wage employment and entrepreneurship.

The controversy surrounding Prof. Odai’s reappointment centres on the alleged violation of the Technical Universities Act.

The ATU community, through an inter-union representing five groups, has raised concerns over the reappointment process, demanding the dissolution of the committee and the appointment of a new Council Chairman.

The staff’s discontent has manifested in silent protests on campus, with many seen wearing red bands as a sign of solidarity.

A banner displayed on campus reflects the discontent, indicating an “Imminent Mass Industrial Action” if their demands are not met.

The banner outlines key grievances, including the need for the former VC to adhere to the Technical Universities Act and to return ATU assets in his custody.

It also calls for an end to financial losses at the institution and the appointment of a new Council Chairman.

However, the Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum has intervened, urging calm amidst assurances to bring finality to the matter.

The situation at ATU remains tense as stakeholders await further developments.

Adom News continues to monitor the unfolding events as staff threaten mass industrial action if their grievances are not addressed by the Education Ministry.

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Basketball rivalries can bring a lot of intensity and passion to the sports community.

Rivalries often add an extra layer of excitement to games, with fans eagerly anticipating the matchups between the two (2)universities. Whether it’s a historic rivalry or a newer one, these games tend to have a special significance for both the players and the fans.

The air is charged with excitement, and a palpable buzz has enveloped the students, faculty, and fans alike. The rivalry between the University of Ghana (UG) and Accra Technical University (ATU) has reached a fever pitch, and the upcoming clash on the court promises to be nothing short of legendary.

In the last few weeks, Coach Eric Ofori, Technical Director of the Accra Technical University has hit hard at Coach Eric Ankamah, Coach of the University of Ghana calling UG a no-match for his institution. While I was away from ATU, I was told University of Ghana had a field day beating all the teams they met at the UPAC Basketball Championship. Their nemesis is back and they know we will beat them, he said.

Coach Eric Ofori added that, basketball goes beyond what happens on the day. University has enjoyed for too long and its time to end that reign. They have won three (3) out of the five (5) encounters and its time to equal the score.

In a sharp response, the coach of the University of Ghana, Eric Ankamah intimated that, “we know Accra Technical University very well. They are like our wives so they can shout and scream but they know how it will end. We are eagerly waiting for Sunday 17th December to silence them”.

Fans from both universities are expected to pack the Bukom Boxing Arena on Sunday 17th December from 3:pm, creating an electric atmosphere that will undoubtedly add to the intensity of the game. The rivalry extends beyond the court, with students, alumni, and supporters passionately displaying their school colours and rallying behind their respective teams. This clash promises to be a showcase of not only athletic prowess but also the vibrant spirit and camaraderie that define the collegiate experience. 

The 2023 Africa Basketball Festival has teams from Ghana, Nigeria, Togo and Liberia forming the Africa Contest and the USA, France and Great Britain forming the International Contest. The event takes place at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th December from 3:pm.

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The event is sponsored by Glico General, GOIL PLC, Caveman Watches, GoldGod Entertainment, Kenpong Travel & Tours and Lucozade. Partners include Beyond The Return Office, Ghana Basketball Association, GTV Sports +, Kwadwo Sheldon Studios, Lifestyle TV, Adom FM, KobbyKyei News, Nkonkonsa.Com, Celebrities Arena, Ghanaweb and Oman FM.

Following its inauguration by President Nana Akufo-Addo on December 6, 2018, students have been let into the campus for the first time.

The opportunity presented itself after a tree-planting exercise that was held on Friday June 25, 2021.

Vice-Chancellor of ATU, Professor Samuel Odai said the new campus which spans 160 acres will be, upon completion, an ultramodern school facility which houses five laboratories.

Currently, the Engineering and Technology blocks are near completion, and Prof Odoi assured in about a month, the students will be set to move in.

As a technical school, the Faculty of Engineering and Engineering and Built Environment will now have practical work with the standardised machines procured.

Mechanical Engineers will be privileged to have much of their needs met under the AVIC programme where two machine centres, lathe and milling machines, power hacksaws and sensitive drilling machines have been made available.

The laboratories at the Mpehuasem campus have been installed to be used by both Higher National Diploma and Bachelor of Technology (B Tech) students.

The government has also funded an electronic laboratory that has capacity for 30 students at a session and 75 students are expected to train daily.

Director of works, Engineer Mubarak, assured students that they will meet international engineering standard upon completion of the three-four-year course.

Some students, who were selected to be part of the outdooring, expressed excitement their wish of having a bigger, resourceful campus has seen the light of day.

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