By Agbaxode Emmanuel
Akatsi (V/R), Sept. 1, GNA – Some young people in the Akatsi South Municipality have undergone free practical skills training aimed at equipping them with skills in grilling, food safety and hygiene, and business development.
The programme, organised by Delmark Agro in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, was held under the theme, “Empowering Young People with Practical Skills to Create Sustainable Livelihood Opportunities.”
Mr Edem Ackuaku, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Delmark Agro, said the initiative was designed to expose young people to practical skills that could be transformed into sustainable businesses and sources of livelihood.
He said Delmark Agro remained committed to supporting young people and farmers through skills development programmes, noting that practical training was essential to helping beneficiaries identify opportunities, build their capacities and become economically independent.
Mr Daniel Dagba, Municipal Chief Executive for Akatsi South, urged the youth to take advantage of skills development opportunities to acquire practical competencies that could enable them to become self-reliant and build sustainable livelihoods for themselves and their families.
He encouraged participants to approach the training with seriousness and commitment, stressing that employable skills were critical to creating opportunities for economic independence, particularly among the youth.
Mr Dagba also cautioned the youth against illicit drug use and other forms of substance abuse, noting that such practices could undermine their health, productivity and prospects.
He said opportunities provided through practical training programmes should not be taken for granted but used as a foundation for establishing businesses, creating jobs, and contributing to the development of the Municipality.
The training covered practical grilling and food preparation, food safety and hygiene, and business development, with participants receiving certificates of participation.
Participants expressed satisfaction with the programme, describing the free training as a valuable opportunity to acquire practical skills that could be translated into income-generating ventures.
Some said the hands-on nature of the training had improved their understanding of food preparation, hygiene and the business aspects of grilling, and expressed readiness to apply the knowledge acquired to start or improve their businesses.
The initiative forms part of Delmark Agro’s broader efforts to equip young people and farmers with practical skills and knowledge to improve their livelihoods and promote entrepreneurship.
Over the years, Delmark Agro has undertaken various skills training programmes for youth and farmers in communities, providing beneficiaries with practical knowledge intended to enhance their economic opportunities and productivity.
The collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation has also provided an avenue to expand access to skills development and entrepreneurship opportunities among young people in the Akatsi South Municipality.
GNA
Edited by: Maxwell Awumah/Audrey Dekalu
Reporter: Agbaxode Emmanuel
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