By Kodjo Adams
Accra, July 3, GNA – The Zimbabwean Parliamentary delegation on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, in Accra to understudy Ghana’s education system, innovation ecosystem, and industrial development hubs.
The delegation comprises Members of Parliament, Committee Officials, and representatives from the Zimbabwean Embassy in Ghana.
Mr Iddrisu briefed the members on Ghana’s comprehensive education reforms, policy direction, and ongoing efforts to enhance access, equity, quality, and relevance at all levels of education.
He emphasised the Government’s commitment to aligning education with the country’s development agenda through technical and vocational training, STEM promotion, and digital transformation.
Dr Thokozani Khupe, the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, expressed keen interest in Ghana’s innovation centres and the linkages between education, industry, and entrepreneurship.
“We are eager to learn Ghana’s exemplary role in innovation and explore and forge partnerships for sustainability and reduce reliance on government funding,” she said.
Both parties engaged in a fruitful exchange of ideas on innovation in education, tertiary education governance, and strategies for harnessing science and technology as drivers of economic growth.
The visit reflects the growing cooperation between African countries in terms education and development, and both sides reaffirmed their commitment to fostering stronger bilateral relations, knowledge-sharing, and joint initiatives in the education and innovation sectors.
As part of the visit, the Zimbabwean delegation is expected to tour selected tertiary institutions, innovation hubs, and industrial enclaves across Ghana to gain firsthand insights into how policy is translated into practice.
This will further deepen their understanding of Ghana’s model and strengthen future engagements between the two nations.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe