President Mahama says government will build three new technical universities to boost skills development and tackle youth unemployment.
In his 2026 State of the Nation Address to Parliament, he said the initiative is intended to address skills deficits and reduce youth unemployment, stressing the importance of technical universities in delivering practice-oriented, industry-relevant training.
“Technical universities play a critical role in closing the skills gap and reducing youth unemployment by delivering high-quality, industry-aligned and practice-oriented training within a broader policy framework that stimulates labour demand,” he stated.
President Mahama further noted that the move forms part of a broader strategy to align education with national development priorities and the needs of the labour market.
He also stressed government’s commitment to improving conditions within the education sector, adding that partnerships in education and skills training demonstrate a collective resolve to enhance outcomes.
“This partnership demonstrates our collective dedication to enhancing teachers’ living conditions and boosting retention, especially in rural and remote areas,” the President said.
The proposed technical universities are expected to expand access to hands-on tertiary education, support industrial growth, and equip young Ghanaians with employable skills to compete effectively in the job market.
