IT entrepreneurship training programme launched

The Ghanaian-European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development, in partnership with the Jackson Institute of Technology, has launched a transformative IT Entrepreneurship Training Programme.

The initiative is aimed at equipping aspiring entrepreneurs with essential skills, knowledge, and networking opportunities to excel in the rapidly evolving tech industry.

The six-month training programme, the third iteration, will run concurrently across five locations in Ghana – Accra, Kumasi, Sunyani, Takoradi, and Tamale, and provide about 100 participants with comprehensive training in IT entrepreneurship.

Key focus areas include idea generation, business model development, market analysis, product development and financial management.

The programme will also offer participants hands-on tools, resources, and mentorship to navigate challenges in starting and scaling IT businesses.

Additionally, participants would have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, investors, and potential collaborators, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of support and innovation, while promoting gender diversity in the tech space.

Job creation

The Head of the Ghanaian-European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development, Andreas Berding, said the initiative would help to address youth unemployment in the country.

“The German government and the EU are committed to supporting employment measures that create sustainable job opportunities for Ghanaian youth.

The programme is a testament to our ongoing efforts to equip young people with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy and to foster innovation-driven employment pathways,” he added.

Training

The President of the Jackson Institute of Technology, Dr Daniel Abbiw Jackson, also said that the participants would receive training in a range of specialised IT fields, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data analysis, Salesforce administration, web development and data science among others.

The curriculum is structured to address industry demands and equip participants with practical, job-ready skills.

Through hands-on experience with leading technologies and platforms, participants will gain real-world expertise that will enhance their employability and business prospects.

“At the Jackson Institute of Technology, we believe that helping young people build IT and entrepreneurial skills is key to driving innovation and economic growth.

“Our partnership with GIZ and the Ghanaian-European Centre aligns with our mission to provide hands-on training that prepares individuals to build sustainable careers.

This collaboration is a testament to the real impact of education and technology, and we are excited to see the lasting benefits it will bring to Ghana’s workforce and digital economy,” he added.