Fidelity Bank commits GHS1.32 million to DTI campus skills development

Fidelity Bank has committed GHS1.32 million (USD 100,000) to the Design and Technology Institute’s (DTI) new Berekuso Multi-Skills Campus. This funding will support the construction of a Student Centre. The centre is designed to provide a space for practical skills acquisition, industry connection, and entrepreneurial development.

Julian Opuni, Fidelity Bank's Managing Director, stated the investment aims to address a major gap. Many young people find it hard to get jobs after school. Businesses also struggle to find staff with the right skills. The World Bank estimates that 1 billion young people will enter the global workforce in the next decade. Only 460 million jobs are expected to be created. This shows a big challenge for employment.

The DTI Berekuso Multi-Skills Campus is a USD 28 million project. It focuses on technical and vocational training. This expansion will help strengthen skill development in Ghana. Constance Swaniker, DTI Founder and CEO, noted that over 60% of Africa's population is under 25. Equipping them with relevant skills is key for future economic growth.

Fidelity Bank sees its support as vital for Ghana’s economy. The bank believes a strong system is needed to move young people from education to work. This investment helps build practical skills. It also links students to industries. The goal is to prepare young people for jobs or to start their own businesses. Beyond the building, Fidelity Bank plans to offer financial literacy and entrepreneurship programs to graduates.