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On Wednesday, 23rd September 2026, the Skills & Employability Roadshow continued with an engaging second day focused on one important question: Are young people truly prepared to take on the world of work? The day began with opening remarks from Alberta Brown-Orleans, setting the tone for a practical and interactive session centred on career readiness. Rather than simply talking about interviews, participants got the opportunity to experience them. Through interview simulations, they practised answering questions, presenting themselves with confidence, and communicating their skills and experiences effectively. A key highlight was learning how to use the STAR approach to structure interview responses. Participants also explored SWOT analysis, CV development, and the growing importance of being prepared for virtual interviews. The session

The Skills & Employability Roadshow officially kicked off yesterday, 22 September 2026, at Duapa Werkspace in Takoradi, bringing together students, young jobseekers and graduates for a day of practical career development and employability training. Day 1 focused on helping participants better understand the labour market and prepare themselves for real-world opportunities. Sessions covered job search strategies, personal branding, CV preparation, and what employers look for when assessing potential candidates. Beyond the presentations, the day created room for engaging conversations, questions and practical learning as participants explored how to better position themselves for employment and career opportunities. It was a day of learning, reflection and preparation — equipping young people with the knowledge and confidence to take the next step in

Some moments during a training program remind you that real impact is happening right in front of you. One such moment took place during the Climate Innovation & Entrepreneurship Training at Agona Nkwanta, when participants presented their business ideas using the Business Model Canvas (BMC). What stood out was not just the quality of the presentations, but the way participants were thinking about the challenges around them. Throughout the program, participants had been encouraged to identify climate-related problems affecting their communities and explore how innovation and entrepreneurship could help address them. During the presentation session, they demonstrated just how much they had absorbed. One after another, participants shared ideas aimed at tackling real environmental and climate challenges. They carefully explained